OPPORTUNITIES
At 3 Keys Literary Agency, we believe in building a team that reflects our values: independence, creativity, and excellence in representing authors and creators. We are always interested in connecting with talented professionals who share our passion for storytelling, publishing, and amplifying voices that shape culture.
From experienced literary agents to dedicated support staff, we offer opportunities to grow within an independent, full-service agency environment. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven to make a lasting impact in the literary world.
Explore our current openings below and join us in shaping the next generation of influential voices.
LIterary Agent
Junior / Assistant Literary Agent
LIterary Agent
Literary Agent
About the Role
3 Keys Literary Agency is seeking a motivated, entrepreneurial Literary Agent to join our independent, full-service team. This role is ideal for someone with strong industry knowledge, a sharp eye for market trends, and a passion for championing authors across genres. You’ll work directly with authors to develop their careers, place projects with publishers, and manage client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Build and manage a client list of authors across fiction, nonfiction, or both.
- Identify, evaluate, and acquire new talent with strong publishing potential.
- Negotiate book deals, contracts, and subsidiary rights (in collaboration with our in-house teams).
- Provide hands-on editorial and career guidance to clients.
- Network with editors, publishers, scouts, and co-agents at book fairs and industry events.
- Collaborate with colleagues across global licensing, media rights, estate representation, and illustration divisions.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in publishing, agenting, or a related literary field strongly preferred.
- Strong editorial judgment and knowledge of current publishing trends.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and representing a wide range of voices.
What We Offer
Competitive commission structure.
Access to agency resources, including contracts, accounting, licensing, and media rights teams.
Opportunities to attend major international book fairs and industry events.
A collaborative, supportive environment within an independently owned agency.
To Apply: Please send your resume, cover letter, and a brief list of books/projects you admire (and why) to opportunities@3keysagency.com with the subject line: Application – Literary Agent.
Location: Remote (with flexibility for book fairs, conferences, and client meetings)
Compensation: Commission-based; Agent-friendly commission split
Benefits: Flexible hours; Work remotely
Duration: Full Time
Junior / Assistant Literary Agent
Junior / Assistant Literary Agent
About the Role
3 Keys Literary Agency is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Junior / Assistant Literary Agent to support senior agents while beginning to develop their own client list. This is an excellent entry point for those with a strong interest in publishing, editorial work, or rights management who want to build a long-term career in agenting.
You will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of the business, from reviewing queries and manuscripts to preparing submissions and supporting contract negotiations. Over time, you’ll be encouraged to seek out your own authors and establish yourself as an agent under the 3 Keys banner.
Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate incoming queries and manuscripts.
- Provide editorial feedback and notes for client projects.
- Assist with submissions to editors and track responses.
- Support agents with contract review, deal tracking, and client communication.
- Research market trends, publishers, and editors to identify opportunities.
- Attend industry events, conferences, and fairs to build relationships and experience.
- Over time, begin scouting and signing clients of your own with agency support.
Qualifications
- Some experience in publishing, editing, or literary-related work preferred (internships count).
- Strong editorial eye and writing skills.
- Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A demonstrated passion for books and storytelling across genres.
What We Offer
- Mentorship and training from experienced literary agents.
- Exposure to every stage of the publishing process.
- Clear pathway to developing into a full agent role.
- Access to agency resources, including contracts, accounting, licensing, and media rights teams.
- Opportunities to attend industry events and book fairs.
To Apply: Please send your resume, cover letter, and a list of your three favorite books (and why) to opportunities@3keysagency.com with the subject line: Application – Junior/Assistant Literary Agent.
Location - : Remote (with flexibility for events and client meetings)
Compensation: Commission-based; Agent-friendly commission split
Benefits: Flexible hours; Work remotely
Duration: Full Time
