Volunteer Opportunity

Book Writer Assistant

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fresno, CA
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  • Details

    Schedule:Weekdays
    Time Commitment:Part time (10-30 hrs/wk)
    Recurrence:Recurring

    Description

    We are looking for a driven and experienced volunteer Book Writer Assistant/literary agent to assist our agency author in securing favorable publishing contracts. The literary agent's responsibilities include acting as the main point of contact between the author and publishers, guiding the author through the publishing process, and taking the necessary steps to protect authors' interests. You should also be able to manage the career of the author effectively.

    Literary Agent Responsibilities:

    • Developing and sustaining long-lasting relationships with Editors, Publishers, radio/TV stations and agencies.
    • Sorting through query letters to identify literary talent.
    • Requesting sample chapters or complete manuscripts from our Author.
    • Reading our Authors manuscripts to determine whether they have substantial market potential.
    • Responding to rejected queries by sending form letters to the respective agencies.
    • Working directly with Author to suggest necessary changes to their manuscripts and to ensure that their manuscripts are ready to be submitted to Publishers.
    • Pitching Authors’ manuscripts to suitable publishing houses.
    • Negotiating favorable publishing deals on behalf of the Author.
    • Offering the Author guidance, support, and encouragement.

    Please apply on Tuesdays or Thursdays between 9 am -12 pm

    We are looking for a driven and experienced volunteer Book Writer Assistant/literary agent to assist our agency author in securing favorable publishing contracts. The literary agent's responsibilities include acting as the main point of contact between the author and publishers, guiding the author through the publishing process, and taking the necessary steps to protect authors' interests. You should also be able to manage the career of the author effectively.

    Literary Agent Responsibilities:

    • Developing and sustaining long-lasting relationships with Editors, Publishers, radio/TV stations and agencies.
    • Sorting through query letters to identify literary talent.
    • Requesting sample chapters or complete manuscripts from our Author.
    • Reading our Authors manuscripts to determine whether they have substantial market potential.
    • Responding to rejected queries by sending form letters to the respective agencies.
    • Working directly with Author to…

    Location

    On-site

    Boys 2 Men Girls 2 Women

    4974 E Clinton Way, Fresno, CA 93727, USA
    Ste C210
    Directions

    2nd floor building C

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