We list job, volunteer, internship, and fellowship openings with the independent literary magazines and publishers that are members of CLMP and other literary colleagues.
If you’re a CLMP Member and you’d like us to feature your opening, email us at [email protected].
Note: In addition to any compensation or course credit they receive, interns and students working for a CLMP member press or lit mag in the fall and/or spring will also have the opportunity to join CLMP’s Student/Intern Group.
POSTED NOVEMBER 2024
Volunteer
Cider Press Review is currently seeking a volunteer Managing Editor and a volunteer Editor-in-Chief/Co-Publisher.
The Managing Editor is responsible for coordinating the Editorial team, managing submission workflow, reading and evaluating poetry submissions to the annual journal, evaluating book review submissions, reading manuscript submissions and helping choose winners for CPR’s two annual book award contests, proofreading each manuscript in accordance with the Chicago Manual of Style, and acting as the single point of contact for award winners to ensure the publication process runs smoothly on both ends. The editor should have extensive knowledge of contemporary poetry, some experience with journal publication, exceptional proofreading skills, contacts among contemporary writers, and excellent people skills. No advanced technical skills related to book production or computer programming are required. This is a part-time, volunteer position, though there is a possibility of a small stipend in future. Interested applicants should email a cover letter detailing their interest and relevant experience to [email protected].
The Editor-in-Chief/Co-Publisher is responsible for helping run CPR’s poetry journal, its two annual book award contests, its website, and its ongoing project of digitizing the journal’s back issues. The ideal candidate would combine a commitment to excellence in poetic craft, experience establishing cordial relations with a wide range of authors without sacrificing the press’s own requirements, experience handling book orders from authors and bookstores, and the work ethic necessary to coordinate a small group of readers (and recruit others) to peer review near-constant submissions for the journal and book awards. Experience managing a nonprofit press is a plus, but not required. This position is part of CPR’s long-term succession plan, so the ideal candidate will be interested in assuming ownership of the press in future. Successful candidates will begin reading for the journal in January 2025, and assume Editor-in-Chief duties for the journal, website, and book awards under Founding Editor Caron Andregg’s guidance in April 2025. Interested applicants should email a resume/CV and letter of interest to [email protected].
These are remote, volunteer positions for which editors can live and work anywhere provided they have reliable internet access and sufficient computer skills.
POSTED NOVEMBER 2024
Volunteer
Dulcet Literary Magazine is currently seeking a volunteer Associate Editor and a volunteer Marketing Manager.
The Associate Editor is responsible for working with prose and poetry, completing both macro and micro editing tasks, and producing interviews with writers and artists. The editor should be detail-oriented and have a strong background in writing, editing, and/or publishing.
The Marketing Manager is responsible for using Dulcet’s social media channels, newsletters, and trade partnerships to drive readership and engagement; conducting promotional campaigns; applying for and submitting to industry awards; researching conferences and festivals; and making sure the website is up to date. The manager should be detail-oriented and have a strong background in marketing, writing, editing, and/or publishing.
These are remote, volunteer positions that require 5 to 10 hours of work per week. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
POSTED NOVEMBER 2024
Volunteer
Barely South Review is currently seeking volunteer Readers.
Readers are responsible for assessing submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction and should be committed to a fast turnaround for submissions and to producing an excellent magazine. Readers should have a firm understanding of their own taste and a desire to gain experience in the publishing world.
These are seasonal volunteer positions that require a few hours of work per week and will not extend past BSR’s submission periods in the fall and spring. Interested applicants should email a resume and brief cover letter to Editor in Chief William Blair at [email protected].
POSTED NOVEMBER 2024
Paid (Salary)
Orion Magazine is currently seeking a paid, full-time Publisher and a paid, contract Interim Director of Development and Communications.
The Publisher is responsible for overseeing short- and long-term strategies toward financial and operational sustainability in partnership with the Chief of Finance, Operations, People and Culture and the Board Finance Committee; leading an inclusive and collaborative process to maintain and grow the business model that encompasses circulation, marketing, branding, fund development, and merchandising; overseeing and collaborating with the Editor in Chief on direction of magazine content; maintaining an effective team by providing guidance, coaching, and accountability; fostering a workplace dedicated to excellence, human agency, creativity, and professional and personal regard; supporting the interim Director of Development and Communications in fundraising strategy and execution; conceiving and organizing events that publicize the magazine, drive fundraising, and support Orion’s strategic goals; cultivating impactful working relationships and collaborations with community groups, funders, and other organizations; actively engaging Orion’s board of directors in supporting the organization and mission; and more. This is a full-time position based within driving distance of Northampton, Massachusetts. It pays a salary of $100,000. Interested applicants should submit a resume and thoughtful letter of interest to the board chair at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, though priority will be given to applications received by December 2.
The Interim Director of Development and Communications is responsible for leading, managing, and coordinating all fundraising efforts to increase the organization’s support from foundations, corporations, and individuals; overseeing the planning of Orion’s annual virtual gala; managing two full-time staff members, the Philanthropic Strategist and the Stakeholder Engagement Manager; deeply engaging current individual major donors and program officers at foundations; leading Orion’s grant writing and working with the Interim Executive Director on strengthening stewardship efforts for major donors; identifying and cultivating new major donors and corporate funders; developing and managing a marketing and outreach strategy; and more. This is a remote, contract position that pays $50,000 FTE for a 6-month term. The Director will be eligible to apply for the full-time permanent position within 6 to 12 months. Interested applicants should submit a resume, 3 references, a writing sample reflective of their development work, and a cover letter describing why working with Orion is a good fit for them and the minimum amount of hours they plan to dedicate to this role per week via Google form.
POSTED NOVEMBER 2024
Paid (Salary)
Feminist Press is currently seeking a paid, full-time Publicity and Events Coordinator.
The Publicity and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and executing publicity campaigns for 12 to 15 frontlist titles and authors annually; cultivating and maintaining relationships with contacts across print, digital, and podcast/radio media, independent bookstores, and independent publishers; writing and distributing press releases and media pitches; managing organized internal media databases and tracking publicity hits; collaborating with marketing and editorial teams on vision and execution of publicity, events, and marketing initiatives; curating and planning FP literary events programming; attending local FP book launches in New York City and representing the Press in a professional and positive manner at 2 to 3 annual conferences and festivals; overseeing events budget and communicating details with both internal and external stakeholders; maintaining internal records and databases of events for grants reporting; overseeing publicity- and events-related mailings; and more.
This is a full-time, hybrid position that requires at least two days per week of work at the Feminist Press office in Manhattan, New York. It pays a salary of $50,000 to $55,000, commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter including salary requirements, and one writing sample (preferably a press release) as PDFs to [email protected] with the subject line “Publicity and Events Coordinator – Your Full Name”.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Volunteer
Another Chicago Magazine is currently seeking volunteer Winter/Spring 2025 Interns.
Interns may be responsible for posting new work twice a week to the WordPress website, posting on social media platforms, assisting genre editors, editing and fact checking works, arranging readings, and more. Work will be allocated according to the magazine’s needs and the intern’s interests.
These are volunteer positions, but candidates may apply for academic credit at their universities if applicable. Interested applicants should submit a resume/CV with contact info for two academic or work references as well as a cover letter stating the types of tasks they’d like to support and what they’d like to learn during the internship via Submittable.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Volunteer
Trio House Press is currently seeking volunteer Submission Readers.
Submission Readers are responsible for assessing assigned poetry and/or creative nonfiction submissions in a timely manner with a rubric and attending bi-weekly Zoom meetings. Readers should have an understanding of and appreciation for the contemporary poetry and/or creative nonfiction landscape, have taken coursework in those areas, and/or have experience editing/reading for their campus literary magazine or an independent literary magazine.
These are volunteer positions that require approximately 10 to 20 hours of work per week and last from January to May 2025. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Google form. Applications close on December 1 or when positions are filled.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Volunteer
Contra Mundum Press is currently seeking a volunteer Future of Kulchur Fundraising Intern or Assistant.
The Fundraising Intern or Assistant is responsible for further developing the Future of Kulchur cultural initiative; attempting to secure donations or funds from alternative sources, including petitioning businesses or individuals in exchange for tax deductions; utilizing grant writing skills when applicable to secure funding; managing and enhancing Contra Mundum’s presence on Patreon and elsewhere; contributing to strong written copy for Patreon and translating this into content for social media platforms; and more. The candidate should have a keen interest in independent literature and the publishing industry as well as previous experience in grassroots fundraising.
This is a volunteer position that will require approximately 1 to 3 hours of work per week. Candidates will receive 3 free Contra Mundum books and may apply for course credit at their universities if applicable. Candidates may be based in New York or remotely. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “Fundraising Volunteer Assistant / Intern Application” in the subject line by October 31.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Volunteer
Oyster River Pages is currently seeking a Development Coordinator, a Communications Coordinator, an Emerging Voices Poetry Editor, a Creative Nonfiction Editorial Intern, a Visual Arts Editorial Intern, and Poetry or Fiction Readers.
The Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the growth of ORP’s fundraising efforts; researching and identifying prospective funding sources; assisting with the preparation and writing of documents for submission, including proofreading, editing, submitting, and follow-up; and more. This is a 12-month position with the availability of extension that will require approximately 10 to 20 hours of work per month. Learn more and apply by December 15.
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for promoting ORP’s programs and publications through regular social media (Facebook and Instagram) and periodic email blasts (MailChimp), managing the content and publication schedule for ORP’s Contributor Showcase, creating graphics, researching popular hashtags and crafting messages to expand awareness of ORP, and more. This position will require approximately 4 to 5 hours of work per week. Learn more and apply by December 15.
The Emerging Voices Poetry Editor is responsible for reviewing submissions, sending decline letters with feedback, engaging “possibles” in an editorial review process, copy editing and proofreading accepted poems, working with Poetry Editor to design content pages, highlighting poets and promoting journal through Facebook and Instagram, and more. This is a one-year position that will require approximately 15 to 30 hours of work per month. Learn more and apply by December 1.
The Creative Nonfiction Editorial Intern is responsible for evaluating essay submissions, attending weekly meetings with creative nonfiction editor as well as monthly all-staff meetings, assisting with editing and proofreading selected submissions, communicating with authors, formatting final pieces on website, and more. This is a 9- or 12-month position that will require approximately 10 to 15 hours of work per week. Learn more and apply by December 1.
The Visual Arts Editorial Intern is responsible for reviewing art submissions; attending check-in meetings with visual arts editor as well as monthly all-staff meetings; assisting with editing and proofreading artist biographies and alt text; composing an intern editorial statement for website; formatting final pieces on website; and more. This is a 9- or 12-month position that will require approximately 5 to 10 hours of work per month. Learn more and apply by December 1.
One Poetry Reader and one Fiction Reader will be responsible for reviewing submissions for ORP’s eighth annual issue, which includes voting, providing comments, and participating in monthly meetings with their respective genre editors to discuss. This position will require approximately 2 to 5 hours of work per week. Learn more and apply by December 1.
These are all remote, volunteer positions. Interested applicants should submit the required application materials for each position via Submittable by the required deadline.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Paid (Salary)
Haymarket Books is currently seeking a paid, full-time Editorial Assistant, a paid, full-time Programming and Events Coordinator, and a paid, full-time Production Coordinator.
The Editorial Assistant is responsible for providing editorial and administrative support to the editorial department (preparing P&Ls on prospective titles, assisting with manuscript transmittals, drafting tip sheets, catalog, and cover copy); assisting with scheduling, project management, and tracking deadlines; serving as a first reader for Haymarket’s unsolicited submissions, as well as a reader for proposals submitted to the editorial department; assisting in organizing editorial board meetings; in partnership with editors, providing occasional editorial support on projects by offering manuscript feedback and liaising with authors; preparing deal memos for new acquisitions and assisting with contracting; managing the awards submission process; working closely with other departments (marketing, publicity, sales, production, rights) to provide needed material for titles; monitoring and updating title information and metadata; registering books with the Copyright Office and Library of Congress; and more. This is a full-time position that pays a salary of $55,352 to $58,723, depending on experience. Remote candidates will be considered, especially those willing to relocate to Chicago within one year, but preference will be given to candidates based in Chicago or New York. Interested applicants should submit a resume and fill out an application via Google form by November 15.
The Programming and Events Coordinator is responsible for fielding inquiries and emails about the Socialism Conference from the public in a prompt, professional manner; assisting with guest speaker invitations, relations, and follow up for conference; developing long-term organizational partner relationships through collaboration and negotiation with a variety of left-wing organizations; providing logistical support as well as on-site conference A/V and tech support; assisting with activity and entertainment plans for the conference; assisting with digital marketing for the conference; coordinating the logistics of Haymarket’s presence at other book festivals, conferences, and similar events; attending about 20 book festivals and conferences per year to sell Haymarket’s books and build readership among new audiences; and more. This is a full-time position that pays a salary of $57,013 to $62,904, depending on experience. Candidates outside of Chicago but within the US will be considered, provided they are willing and able to travel as needed. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via Google form by November 17.
The Production Coordinator is responsible for participating in seasonal planning to coordinate with acquiring, managing, and production editors to establish transmittal deadlines; creating and maintaining timelines on multiple projects to keep all colleagues informed of each title’s progress; compiling and comparing printer estimates to reserve press time and ensure accurate and high-quality specifications; arranging synchronized initial print-runs in North America and the UK; coordinating with colleagues to set and follow through on advance copy printing and final printing deadlines; coordinating preflighting and QC checks by production artists and sending files to press; communicating on shipping and logistics with printers, warehouse staff, and trade distributors; managing reprinting of previously published titles as well as reprints of academic monographs; managing additional formats of each title, including ebook, library editions and accessible formats; updating title metadata as production specifications change; and more. This is a full-time position that pays a salary of $55,352 to 60,485, depending on experience. Remote candidates will be considered, especially those willing to relocate to Chicago within one year. Interested applicants should submit a resume and fill out an application via Google form by December 1.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Volunteer
The Upper New Review is currently seeking a volunteer Special Research Project Intern to support a critical special issue on Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) involving the curation of written and audiovisual works from the people of Myanmar.
The Special Research Project Intern will have the choice to complete any number of research assignments exploring the ecology, culture, history, and politics of Myanmar for the purpose of contextualization of the special issue, taking an “expanded time horizons” systems wisdom approach to this research. Responsibilities will include conducting archival research at the Library of Congress and any number of special collections at university libraries and public archives across the globe, accessed online or in person (as relevant); embarking on transdisciplinary exploratory pathways to gather primary source evidence supporting contextual perspectives of Myanmar within, across, and beyond the topic areas listed above, for the purpose of publication in future feature stories in The Upper New Review; performing categorical organization of findings, potentially curated as research reports, white papers, or multimodal presentations; and more.
This is a remote, volunteer position, but candidates may apply for course credit at their universities if applicable. Interested applicants should submit a resume and application via Jotform.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Paid (Hourly)
The Paris Review is currently seeking applicants to its Spring–Summer 2025 Editorial Internship.
Editorial Interns are responsible for assisting with every step in the production of two full issues of the quarterly magazine, particularly with fact-checking as well as reading and evaluating submissions and researching potential interviews. In addition, they will participate broadly across The Paris Review’s administrative, development, and digital departments.
This is a full-time, six-month, in-person position based in New York City that requires 40 hours of work per week and pays $20 per hour, with the option to enroll in health insurance. Applicants who are not currently located in New York should make their willingness to relocate clear in their personal statement. Interested applicants should email a resume and the additional required application materials to [email protected] by November 25.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Paid (Stipend)
Full Stop is currently seeking two Editorial Fellows for its paid Editorial Fellows Program.
Each Editorial Fellow will independently envision, commission, and edit an issue of the Full Stop Quarterly, with guidance from the Full Stop editorial collective on every step of the process. Each Fellow will receive a stipend of $1,250 and a budget to commission nonfiction essays and art. Proposals should be for imaginative projects that will investigate pressing questions about contemporary literature and culture; experiment with the forms that public literary criticism and engagement can take; and align with Full Stop’s core values of supporting the work of critics, small presses, and the aesthetically, linguistically, and socially marginalized communities of writers they represent.
This is a six-month fellowship that will require approximately 5 to 6 hours of work per week. Applicants should be curious, concerned, and excited about literary production and reception in our current moment, but need not have graduate school credentials or previous editing experience. Interested applicants should email a project proposal, bio, hypothetical table of contents, list of prospective contributors, and potential cover artist to [email protected] by November 15.
POSTED OCTOBER 2024
Paid (Salary)
Poets & Writers is currently seeking a paid, full-time Marketing Director.
The Marketing Director is responsible for developing and executing membership campaigns utilizing P&W’s online, social, email, and print outlets to drive member acquisition, engagement, and churn prevention; coordinating with external magazine circulation consultant PWX Solutions; developing and executing promotional campaigns for classes, programs, events, and awards utilizing P&W’s online, social, email, and print outlets to achieve project-specific goals; managing Constant Contact database; producing Weekly Update newsletter and periodic e-blasts; guiding development of P&W’s social media strategy; coordinating P&W’s participation in conferences and festivals; utilizing data analytics to inform strategy development and target improvements across email, social, and web; designing audience surveys in collaboration with colleagues and analyzing responses; and more.
This is a full-time, hybrid position based in New York City that requires at least two days per week of work in the office. It pays a salary of $75,000. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter in DOCX or PDF form to Executive Director Melissa Ford Gradel at [email protected] with “Director of Marketing” in the subject line.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Paid (Contract)
One Story is currently seeking a paid, part-time Assistant Editor.
The Assistant Editor is responsible for managing and assigning submissions to a team of dedicated readers; reading and evaluating 10 to 15 submissions per week; meeting weekly with One Story’s editor-in-chief to discuss submissions; attending biweekly staff meetings; leading and scheduling bimonthly readers’ meetings; assisting with One Story public events, such as the summer writers’ conference and Brooklyn Book Festival; and more.
This is a part-time, hybrid, contract position based in Brooklyn, New York, that requires one day of work per month in the One Story office and to provide occasional assistance at One Story public events. It pays $1,000 per month. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and CV to [email protected].
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Paid (Stipend)
Fonograf Editions is currently seeking a paid, part-time Development Coordinator.
The Development Coordinator is responsible for overseeing individual and event-based giving; developing and executing creative fundraising strategies; and managing social media and newsletter campaigns. The coordinator should have experience fundraising for a small nonprofit and be interested in small press publishing. There is room for this position to grow with the press.
This is a part-time position that requires approximately 15 hours of work per month, though the time commitment will vary depending on events, publishing seasons, and campaigns. It pays a starting stipend of $300 per month. The ideal candidate will be based in Portland, Oregon, though other arrangements can potentially be made. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Paid (Stipend)
Sinister Wisdom is currently seeking a paid, part-time Managing Editor.
The Managing Editor is responsible for supporting the publishing of the quarterly print journal; providing support for online communications publishing; providing support for the publicity activities for Sinister Wisdom book publications; developing an online publishing program; supporting Sinister Wisdom Zoom events and the Wild Shrew Literary Review as needed; and more.
This is a part-time, remote position that requires approximately 50 to 60 hours of work per month as well as weekday, daytime availability to meet with the Editor and Publisher. It pays $1,000 per month and starts in fall 2024. Interested applicants should email a resume/CV, a cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications for the position, and a statement about how this position fits within their current work life to [email protected].
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Paid (Salary)
Poets & Writers is currently seeking a paid, full-time Online Community Coordinator.
The Online Community Coordinator is responsible for administering Poets & Writers Groups; helping to build an engaged online writing community; providing moderation to ensure that Groups is a safe, welcoming online environment for all writers; helping attract writers to join Groups, to meet or exceed annual membership goals; assisting in tracking relevant metrics and conducting periodic surveys of members to gather feedback; administering the Poets & Writers Directory and maintain the integrity of its 10,000+ listings; maintaining the Literary Events Calendar and increasing engagement and visibility; answering written, phone, and e-mail queries from writers; providing feedback on online features, tools, resources, and databases; providing input on website enhancements and improvements; and more.
This is a full-time, hybrid position based in New York City that requires two days per week of in-person work, with the option to work from home several days per week. It pays a salary of $50,000 to $55,000. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Digital Director Jessica Kashiwabara at [email protected].
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Volunteer
Lit Fox Books is currently seeking a volunteer Book Marketer and a volunteer Web Designer.
The Book Marketer is responsible, for 3 to 6 books launching in 2025 and 2026, for doing market research and locating the books’ target markets; writing effective book descriptions; finding the appropriate promotional strategies to boost book sales; coordinating with the social media manager as necessary; creating and distributing press releases and other promotional materials; monitoring and analyzing the success of marketing strategies and adjusting as necessary; establishing and maintaining relationships with book reviewers, bloggers, and other influencers in the literary world; and more.
The Web Designer is responsible for refining the appearance of the website; making sure the website looks great on both desktop and mobile devices; assisting with formatting graphics provided for the website; and more.
These are both volunteer positions. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the position specified in the subject line.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2024
Volunteer
Bicoastal Review is currently seeking a volunteer Social Media/Communications Intern and volunteer Readers.
The Social Media/Communications Intern is responsible for doing outreach; managing Instagram, X, FB, and/or TikTok accounts; and occasionally posting relevant content with a consistent voice that is modern, minimalist, aware of current events, and passionate about poetry, literature, and nonfiction without being overly academic. They should be capable of scheduling content in advance; utilizing basic analytics reports; replying promptly to emails and direct messages; and using Canva, Adobe, and Wix. This position requires 5 to 10 hours of work per week.
Readers are responsible for offering feedback on general poetry, nonfiction, and visual art submissions as well as contest entries.
These are remote, volunteer positions, but candidates may apply for internship credit at their universities. Candidates must be based in the United States and be enrolled in or have completed a degree in English or Creative Writing. Interested applicants should read the journal and submission guidelines and email [email protected] explaining their interest in the position.
POSTED AUGUST 2024
Volunteer
Five South is currently seeking a volunteer Deputy Editor and a volunteer Senior Nonfiction Editor.
The Deputy Editor is responsible for assisting in managing the day-to-day operations of Five South, ensuring timely publication, supporting the Editor-in-Chief in strategic planning, participating in the selection and editing process of submissions, managing communications with contributors, contributing to the development and implementation of editorial policies and strategies, and more. Learn more.
The Senior Nonfiction Editor is responsible for curating and editing a diverse range of essays, memoirs, and literary journalism; collaborating with the Nonfiction Editor to ensure a cohesive editorial strategy; staying informed about trends and developments in the nonfiction genre to bring fresh and relevant content ideas; mentoring and supporting junior editors and interns as needed; and more. Learn more.
These are both remote, volunteer positions. Due to time zone compatibility, applicants must be based in North America, South America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand. Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and any additional required materials via the application form.
POSTED AUGUST 2024
Volunteer
The Common is currently seeking volunteer Readers.
Readers are responsible for reading and reviewing an average of 12 stories or essays per week, and quickly and thoroughly judging the literary merit of each submission and the rightness of its fit for The Common given its sense-of-place mission. They should be open-minded yet analytical; have demonstrated skill and experience in critical reading and comprehension; and be concise and articulate writers.
This is a volunteer position that requires approximately 3 to 5 hours of work per week. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining why the position appeals to you and any relevant experience via The Common’s website.
POSTED JULY 2024
Paid (Salary)
The Paris Review is currently seeking a paid, full-time Senior Editor.
The Senior Editor is responsible for working alongside the Editor in reading, selecting, and editing prose for the print magazine; ensuring that all submissions are given the time and thought they deserve, and that writers and agents are responded to in a timely manner; soliciting work from promising writers and gathering a diverse mix of exceptionally good prose for the magazine; coordinating the reading lists of the editorial team and managing the freelance readers; leading some editorial discussions; providing editorial support (e.g. top editing) to the Web Editors; helping the Editor with other editorial projects including the podcast, events, books, social media, and newsletters; and more.
This is a full-time, hybrid position based in New York City that pays a salary of $70,000 to $100,000 based on skills, training, and experience. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter describing your reading habits, literary tastes, and why you are suited to the role to [email protected], with the subject line “Senior Editor.”
POSTED JULY 2024
Paid (Hourly)
Poets House is seeking a paid Digital Archivist & Special Collections Associate.
The Digital Archivist & Special Collections Associate is responsible for developing strategies and processes for the accessioning, processing, and cataloging of both born-digital and digital assets derived from analog formats in the Special Collections; designing and implementing workflows, standards, and quality control measures for the digitization process; creating metadata and facilitating the organization, preservation, and accessibility of digital collections; assisting with planning for the integration of new tools or successive generations of emerging technologies, software, and media; assisting Library Director with managing the Library and Special Collections, including long-range planning, annual goal setting, policy and procedure development, and daily administration; fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for library users, providing assistance, guidance, and research support; and more.
This is an in-person position based in New York City that requires 40 hours of work per week and pays $36 per hour. It is a grant-funded temporary position and renewal of contract is dependent on fundraising. Interested applicants should email a resume to [email protected].
POSTED JUNE 2024
Paid (Salary)
The University of Tampa Press is seeking a paid, full-time Managing Editor.
The Managing Editor is responsible for performing recordkeeping and office management for the Press’s commercial activities, which include corresponding with vendors, managing payments to and from the Press, and fulfilling orders; collaborating with faculty editors to prepare materials for publication, including editing, typesetting, and delivering Press materials to its publishing partners; and contributing to Academic Writing and Professional Writing and Publishing curricula, with an expected teaching load of eight credits per year in Academic Writing. The Press publishes a scholarly journal, Studies in the Fantastic, and a literary journal, Tampa Review; solicits new projects; maintains an extensive backlist; and features a student press imprint with student-run publications and an art book imprint for university exhibition catalogs. The Managing Editor plays an important role in acquisitions and will have opportunities to shape future publishing initiatives.
This is a full-time, 12-month position based at the University of Tampa in Tampa, Florida. Interested applicants should fill out an application via the university’s employment website.
POSTED JUNE 2024
Paid (Salary)
The Kenyon Review is seeking a paid, full-time Managing Editor.
The Managing Editor is responsible for overseeing print and web production and scheduling of The Kenyon Review; coordinating with readers, editors, authors, designers, copyeditors, proofreaders, printer, and distributors; writing copy for and overseeing production of monthly newsletters; drafting grant and foundation applications and reports; assisting Editor in short-term and long-term strategic organizational planning; meeting weekly with editorial team to discuss work for inclusion in the journal and align editorial work with print production schedule; supervising Assistant Managing Editor, copyeditors, managing editorial intern, and three contest interns; working with Director of Operations and Operations Assistant to implement, maintain and evaluate information systems; working with Director of Operations on renewal and expiration communications and cadence, print runs, annual publishing budget, subscription promotions, and distribution of complimentary subscriptions; and more.
This is a full-time position, preferably with an in-person or hybrid work schedule based at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Kenyon College’s employment website.
ROLLING
Paid (Hourly)
midnight & indigo is seeking applicants to the paid, contract position of Writing Instructor for its online writing program, which serves Black women writers of all experience levels.
The program is interested in course proposals from Writing Instructors based on short story writing; novel writing; essay writing; craft; specific genres, especially speculative; editing; workshopping; analysis and discussion of books by Black and POC writers; and more. Classes must focus on craft, with the intention to help writers become more confident, skilled, and effective in their prose. They should include a combination of lecture/instruction, writing exercises, and in-class discussions. Courses should be formatted into one-day, two-day, two-week, three-week, or four-week seminars. Individual class sessions should run from ninety minutes to 3 hours each.
The program is open to instructors with a wide range of teaching, writing, and experience levels. This is a remote, paid position with a per-hour pay scale that will be determined based on instructor experience, course curriculum, and time commitment. Interested applicants should submit their course proposal and relevant experience via Submittable. If selected, applicants will be asked to submit a formal course proposal and participate in a truncated mock class as a component of the interview process.
Volunteer
Lucky Jefferson is seeking remote, volunteer Guest Editors to generate visibility for Black voices and increased accessibility to Black & African American Literature through its digital zine Awake. Applicants should be BIPOC identifying authors excited about poetry, especially new contemporary works, and our mission to reinvigorate publishing. Each position lasts for one to two months at 10 hours per month. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
