We list job openings with the independent literary magazines and publishers that are members of CLMP and other literary colleagues.
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POSTED SEPTEMBER 2023
The Upper New Review is seeking applicants to the part-time, volunteer positions of Nonfiction Editor, Visual Arts Editor, Nonfiction Reviewer, and Visual Arts Reviewer.
Nonfiction Editors are responsible for managing submissions and reviews on various submission platforms, including Submittable and Duosuma; interfacing with judges and otherwise assisting with essay contests; actively engaging with writers to increase audience and solicit submissions; and more. This is a remote, volunteer position that will require at least five hours of work per week, with flexibility for a proactive person to make the position their own. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Google form.
Visual Arts Editors are responsible for managing submissions and reviews on various submission platforms, including Submittable and Call For Entry; interfacing with jurors and otherwise assisting with juried shows; assisting with cover contests for print issues; actively engaging with creatives to increase audience and solicit submissions; and more. This is a remote, volunteer position that will require at least five hours of work per week, with flexibility for a proactive person to make the position their own. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Google form.
Nonfiction Reviewers are responsible for working with The Upper New Review leadership to strategize and execute plans for seeking out creative individuals writing nonfiction narratives anywhere in the world; engaging with these individuals through in-person and digital communications to solicit submissions, especially for a global essay contest; and serving as a first-round reviewer for the essay contest as well as all other nonfiction submissions. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Google form.
Visual Arts Reviewers are responsible for working with The Upper New Review leadership to strategize and execute plans for seeking out creative individuals producing visual art anywhere in the United States; engaging with these individuals through in-person and digital communications to solicit submissions, especially for a national juried visual arts show; and serving as a first-round reviewer for the juried show as well as all other visual arts submissions. Interested applicants should fill out an application via Google form.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2023
One Story is currently seeking applicants to the paid, part-time position of Assistant Editor.
The Assistant Editor is responsible for reading and evaluating ten to fifteen submissions per week for the literary magazine One Story, managing and assigning submissions to a team of readers, meeting weekly with the editor-in-chief to discuss submissions, attending bi-weekly staff meetings, leading and scheduling bi-monthly readers’ meetings, assisting with One Story public events, and more.
This is a hybrid, part-time position based in Brooklyn that requires eight to twelve hours of work per week and pays $1,000 per month. The Assistant Editor should be able to commit to one day of work per month in the One Story office in Brooklyn and to provide occasional assistance at One Story public events. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV to [email protected], with your name and “Assistant Editor” in the subject line, by October 3.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2023
Oyster River Pages is currently seeking applicants for the remote, volunteer positions of Development Manager, Fiction Editor, Creative Nonfiction Editor, Emerging Voices in Fiction Editor, and Visual Arts Editor.
The Development Manager will manage grant research and applications in conjunction with ORP’s Board of Directors; conduct active research, identification, and cultivation of prospective funding sources; develop and manage the individual giving program in collaboration with ORP’s Board; and more.
The Fiction Editor will review about 400 short stories per year; communicate with authors regarding declines, acceptances, edits, or revisions; edit and proofread accepted stories; upload and prepare proofed stories for publication; attend monthly Zoom meetings with other editors and ORP staff; and more.
The Creative Nonfiction Editor will review about 150 submissions per year; communicate with authors regarding declines, acceptances, edits, or revisions; edit and proofread accepted submissions; upload and prepare proofed stories for publication; attend monthly Zoom meetings with other editors and ORP staff; and more.
The Emerging Voices in Fiction Editor will review Emerging Voices submissions, about 100 to 125 short stories per year; send decline letters to each author with a few lines of feedback; provide “possibles” with more detailed feedback; copy edit and proofread stories; work with the editorial team to design Emerging Voices content pages; use social media to highlight authors, promote the journal, and connect with others; meet online about once a month with ORP’s editorial team; and more.
The Visual Arts Editor will review about fifty visual arts submissions per year; send decline letters; work with the editorial team to design Visual Arts content pages; use social media to highlight authors, promote the journal, and connect with others; meet online about once a month with ORP’s editorial team; and more.
These are all remote, one-year volunteer positions with the possibility of extension. Each position requires fifteen to twenty-five hours of work per month, with the exception of the Visual Arts Editor position, which requires five to ten hours per month. Interested applicants should submit a resume, references, and in some cases a writing sample via Submittable. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until October 31.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2023
The Center for the Art of Translation is currently seeking applicants for the hybrid, full-time positions of Campaign Manager & Major Gifts Officer and Communications Assistant.
The Campaign Manager & Major Gifts Officer is responsible for driving implementation of the capital campaign plan, structure, and processes; building and maintaining a portfolio of current and prospective major donors; developing strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward them; coordinating virtual and in-person meetings to cultivate major donor and prospect relationships and solicit gifts; collaborating with Communications & Development Director to develop capital campaign collateral, targeted campaign events, recognition strategies, and tracking and reporting systems; ensuring donor acknowledgement, stewardship, and recognition; and more. This is a hybrid, full-time position based in the San Francisco Bay Area with a salary of $90,000. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Campaign Manager Candidate” in the subject line.
The Communications Assistant is responsible for developing email newsletters, blog posts, and visual communications that amplify Center programs and events, cultivate the literary translation community, and respond to timely issues in the field; managing social media streams; developing and implementing social media initiatives that spotlight publications, events, and educational activities; maintaining social media style guides; coordinating with the Public Programs Director to develop and execute strategies for event promotion; advocating for the work of translators, writers of color, women writers, and underrepresented writers; supporting strategies and partnerships to raise their profiles in our field; crafting materials in support of fundraising; and more. This is a hybrid, full-time position based in the San Francisco Bay Area with a salary of $55,000. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and two to three relevant writing samples to [email protected] with “Communications Assistant Candidate” in the subject line.
POSTED SEPTEMBER 2023
Poets & Writers is currently seeking applicants for the hybrid, full-time position of Online Community Coordinator and the remote, part-time position of Assistant Editor, Online Resources.
The Online Community Coordinator is responsible for administrating Poets & Writers Groups; administering the Poets & Writers Directory; maintaining the Literary Events Calendar; producing The Time Is Now writing prompts; ensuring that new content is engaging and current and adheres to editorial standards and house style; answering written, phone, and email queries from writers; learning, adapting to, and providing feedback on online features, tools, resources, and databases; collaborating with editorial and marketing staff to execute strategies to build engagement on pw.org and social media platforms; and more. This is a hybrid, full-time position based in the New York City office with a salary of $50,000. Learn more.
The Assistant Editor, Online Resources is responsible for maintaining Poets & Writers databases of small presses, literary magazines, literary agents, literary places, MFA programs, and review outlets; producing select online content, including clips for the Poets & Writers Theater and others as assigned; assisting with the maintenance of additional online resources, including the Directory, Top Topics for Writers, and the Literary Events Calendar; promoting select content on social media as needed; ensuring that assigned content areas are current and accurate and adhere to house style; learning, adapting to, and providing feedback on online features, tools, resources, and databases; helping create visibility for online resources; and more. This is a remote, part-time position that requires twenty hours of work per week with a salary of $22,500. Learn more.
Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Digital Director Jessica Kashiwabara at [email protected] with the name of the position in the subject line.
POSTED AUGUST 2023
The Georgia Review is seeking applicants to the paid, full-time position of Marketing and Outreach Manager.
The Marketing and Outreach Manager is responsible for developing and directing an annual marketing plan for The Georgia Review, serving as the initial point of contact for media representatives and the larger public, directing public events, managing circulation, supervising student workers, participating in fundraising and grant-writing efforts, and more. The Marketing and Outreach Manager will also work to understand not only the needs of various stakeholders, but also communication and/or marketing approaches to connect with the university community, external constituencies, and potential customers.
This is a full-time position based at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, with a salary of $50,000. Interested applicants should submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and list of references via the University of Georgia’s employment website. Though applications will be accepted until the position is filled, applicants are encouraged to submit by August 31 to receive full consideration.
POSTED JULY 2023
The Kelly Writers House at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking applicants to the paid, full-time position of Digital Projects Coordinator.
The Digital Projects Coordinator is responsible for managing content pipelines for Jacket2 (an academic journal) and PennSound (an archive of recorded poetry); assisting with production (recording and editing) of KWH events, webcasts, podcasts, and other recordings; supervising student editorial teams to receive, edit, process, and upload content for online platforms; providing support for the online academic course ModPo; copyediting various KWH publications, including annual reports, development materials, and websites; assisting with digital asset maintenance and archiving for multiple projects; assisting with the operational needs of Wexler studio; and more.
This is a full-time position based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a salary of $37,220 to $51,000 depending on experience. Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and an optional portfolio of AV work via the University of Pennsylvania’s employment website.
POSTED JULY 2023
The Writers’ League of Texas is seeking applicants to the paid, full-time position of Program Director.
The Program Director is responsible for planning two primary semesters of programming each year; planning the biennial Agents & Editors Conference and Agents Symposium; being a key voice in conversations regarding marketing and promotion for upcoming and ongoing programs; crafting direct mailers; creating graphics; sending out key communications to all registrants, instructors, and class assistants for each class; managing class assistants; sending out key communications to invited guests and acting as host and/or moderator for many special events; participating in monthly Open Office Hours with WLT members; meeting with one WLT Fellow mentor monthly throughout the year; joining staff for offsite special events; and more.
This is a hybrid, full-time position based in Austin, Texas, with a salary of $45,000. The initial contract will last twelve months, after which there will likely be an option to renew. Interested applicants should email a CV and cover letter to [email protected].
POSTED JULY 2023
The Adroit Journal is currently seeking applicants for the remote, volunteer staff positions of Social Media Coordinator, Prose Reader, and Development & Fundraising Manager.
The Social Media Coordinator will manage and update The Adroit Journal‘s social media calendar, create visually appealing graphics and collateral for various platforms, and spearhead its presence on TikTok.
The Prose Reader will have the opportunity to review fiction and nonfiction submissions, voting and participating in discussions about pieces under consideration. This position is estimated to require 3.5 hours per week.
The Development & Fundraising Manager will spearhead fundraising efforts by creating and executing our annual fundraising plan, writing and applying for grants, securing financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations, cultivating and maintaining relationships with major donors, and developing strategies to engage a large sustained base of annual individual donors. This position reports to the Executive Editor and Editor-in-Chief and pays a small stipend.
Interested applicants should submit a statement, resume, and in some cases a writing sample via Submittable. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
POSTED JULY 2023
Woodland Pattern Book Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking applications to the full-time position of Book Center Manager.
The Book Center Manager‘s responsibilities include managing the maintenance and development of Woodland Pattern’s unique collection of poetry and small-press literature, nurturing relationships with small presses and fine-press publishers, and overseeing the physical caretaking of the collection. The Book Center Manager will also manage all ordering, receiving, inventory, and distribution accounts. In addition, this position serves as the book center’s primary public face, overseeing the majority of sales, public interactions, phone calls, and voicemails.
This is a full-time position based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a starting salary of $40,000. The starting date is flexible. Interested applicants should apply via Submittable with a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference by September 30.
POSTED MAY 2023
Vita Poetica, a community of artists whose work is informed by a spiritual lens, is seeking applicants to the volunteer, part-time positions of Interviews Editor and Reviews Editor.
The Interviews Editor is responsible for working with the current Interviews Editor to manage the journal’s Interviews section, conducting one to two interviews per issue with artists of all disciplines whose work spans the intersection of art and faith, editing interview transcripts, and inviting qualified individuals to serve as guest interviewers as appropriate.
The Reviews Editor is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date list of potential review titles in various genres and disciplines (books, movies, events, etc.) that would be of interest to Vita Poetica’s audience, editing one to two reviews per issue, corresponding with publishers to arrange for books to be mailed to reviewers or for press coverage, and may also choose to review works if desired. Some familiarity with media pertaining to the arts and faith scene is preferred.
These are volunteer positions that require six to eight hours of work per month. Editors receive a stipend of $50 each quarter. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter introducing themselves and sharing why the position appeals to them via Submittable. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled.
POSTED APRIL 2023
Milkweed Editions is seeking applicants to the paid, full-time position of Senior Publicist.
The Senior Publicist is responsible for developing and implementing publicity campaigns for all new titles; developing and implementing strategies to elevate Milkweed’s brand and reputation; building relationships with influencers at media outlets and cultural institutions; expanding relationships with influencers and podcasts; leading social media strategy across channels; leading and managing implementation of human and financial resources; and more.
This is a full-time position based in Minneapolis with a salary of $70,000 to $80,000 depending on experience. Interested applicants should submit a resume, three references, and a cover letter addressed to Yanna Demkiewicz in one combined PDF via Submittable.
POSTED MARCH 2023
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.
ROLLING
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.