68 Writing Jobs, Internships, Lit Mag Opps, Fellowships, Pitch Calls, and More

Jobs for Writers (6.20.25) | Remote roles paying up to $100k, pitch calls paying up to $2/word, and how to break into game writing & narrative design

Jun 20, 2025

Welcome to Sub Club’s Jobs for Writers!

We’ve got a handful of remote roles paying up to $100,000 (!!!), a few gigs at university presses and lit mags, and more. But first, let’s get to this week’s How to Break In—this one is for my fellow gaming aficionados.

How to Break In to Game Writing & Narrative Design with Anja Sekarlangit

I’ve been casually to not-so-casually playing video games since my mother bought me The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, mistaking Link and his modified Scrooge cap for a strong female lead slash role model. So I was very excited indeed to chat with Anja Sekarlangit, an Indonesia-based game writer and narrative designer.

The stories we craft can take a multitude of forms, and games are an oft-underlooked option (or maybe, just an option that’s hard to, well, break into). “At the end of the day, I'm a storyteller,” Anja writes to me. “Whether it'd be for games, for a short story, or even for a film.”

Ahead, we chat about writing prose versus writing for games, the difference between writing for a character and writing for a player, and the advice Anja has for people curious about the world of game writing.

rachael vaughan clemmons: What's your background?

Anja Sekarlangit: I studied Communication, focusing on Film and TV for my bachelor's degree, and did a couple of classes on literature and game writing during that time. There was a very slow shift from studying to become an aspiring scriptwriter to a game writer and narrative designer. I didn't expect at all to go into game writing when I graduated.

I had a lot of difficulty trying to enter the job market by the time I graduated, which was during COVID. Volunteering in a remote setting became my gateway into getting experiences when even trying to secure an internship was impossible. I volunteered as a social media content creator for The Justice Institute, a political commentary publication, and as a fiction editor for Divinations Magazine.

These experiences helped me land my first game-related job: a script editor for a romance, fantasy visual novel named Candied Hearts.

rvc: Where did your interest in writing for games come from? Have you always been a gamer?

AS: I've been playing video games since I was a kid, but I've only been a casual player until a little bit later in life. It was narrative-driven games like Night in the Woods and Disco Elysium that got me interested in this field. They made me think about how small narrative choices can greatly impact a player's experience.

rvc: How has your volunteer experience—as a fiction editor, and as a content creator for social—impacted the way you approached breaking into this career?

AS: My volunteer experiences in editorial work really helped give me the confidence to give any opportunity that comes my way a shot, even if it feels like I'm not fit for it. It gave me the push to carve my own path, and a chance to gain experience in a time when opportunities felt scarce. They also gave me the push to not feel so constrained to a specific career path and be open to opportunities when they come and feel right to me.

rvc: What have you brought from your experience as a fiction editor, specifically, into your work as a game writer and narrative designer?

AS: A big part of narrative design is shaping a player's narrative experience with a game. It's thinking about how to use these things to create a specific narrative experience I want the players to see or understand. As a fiction editor, I'm always thinking about helping a writer shape their story to its fullest potential. It helps me be more intentional when I make these design choices in my role as a narrative designer, because I want to shape each game I'm involved in to its fullest potential.

rvc: As a writer, can you talk about the differences between writing for games and writing prose? I would imagine that there are some things that are similar—that core of storytelling, or perhaps the baselines of structure—but I'd love to hear your take.

AS: Personally, the player and the interactivity of a game make it quite different for me. Writing prose is a personal process where I'm thinking about what story I want to tell and how I want to approach it.

When writing for games—while also designing—I'm always thinking about the players. How can I make the text concise enough to fit the dialogue box? Will the players feel satisfied by this ending? Will this specific character's arc be clear through a player's eyes? How can I tell the players to move in a certain direction through dialogue? I don't think about the readers until I'm in the editing process of writing prose. The interactive aspect of games changes that for me. But I can see why this feels similar to writing prose!

rvc: Wait, real quick: What is the difference between game writing and narrative design?

AS: I think Molly Malloney, who is a Principal Narrative Designer for Remedy, said it best: Game writing is responsible for the character in the story, while narrative design is responsible for a player in that story. These two things are so intertwined with one another that I also personally find it hard sometimes to make a distinct difference because I work both in writing and design. They're different yet equally important to a game's narrative!

rvc: What does a typical day as a game writer look like for you? Is this a space where you feel, like, sufficiently creatively fulfilled?

AS: My day-to-day as a lead writer and narrative designer is filled with making these design decisions, discussing with my team to make those impactful experiences. I never stop thinking about the narrative even after the writing part is finished. It's pretty constant throughout the process of development until the day of release.

My current position really fulfills me creatively—I’m always learning, and I’m always open to different kinds of writing. As a writer, I thrive when I'm able to try new things and experiment whenever I get the chance to, and this industry encourages that.

At the end of the day, I'm a storyteller. Whether it'd be for games, for a short story, or even for a film. My current position tells me that whatever creative pursuit I'm aiming for in the future, it’s possible. And that there's always space if you try and learn.

rvc: Any advice for writers curious about transitioning into game writing and narrative design?

AS: Join a game jam. Create small projects using free tools like Twine or bitsy. Listen to other game writers and narrative designers. Or if you’re me, watch a lot of video essays about your favorite games! I understand it seems intimidating at first, especially when you see the technical aspect of it, but I didn’t know anything about it when I first started. I’m still learning, and I’ll always be learning.

Writing for games is nothing like writing for prose, but I do feel that writers who don't come from a strictly game development background will thrive in this industry. I didn't come from a game development background. I came from a media production background, and that means I’ve been able to bring a new perspective to the work I do.

Anja Sekarlangit, also known as haunthill, is an Indonesian writer, editor & narrative designer for Senja Games. They worked on games like "Larut" and "Galatea". Their writing has appeared in Haunted Words Press.

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68 Writing Jobs, Internships, Lit Mag Opps, Fellowships, Pitch Calls, and More

11 Paying Pitch Calls
20 Full-Time Jobs
5 Part-Time + Contract Jobs
2 Lit Mag + Volunteer Opportunities
2 Fellowships + Residencies
2 Internships
37 Open Opportunities from Past Issues

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A black box with white text, reading: Paying Pitch Calls

Tatiana Tenreyro at Antics → Deadline: June 23

we opened pitches for ANTICS issue 4 today! we have some interviews already in the works and are mostly seeking essay pitches. think what you would pitch mel mag (rip) if it had a music section! that's what we want. give us your boldest pitches (Bluesky)

Rates range from $50–$250.

Briarpatch Magazine → Deadline: July 7
Theme: 2025 Labour Issue

Briarpatch is now accepting pitches for our annual Labour Issue. Find a list of suggested pitches (non-exhaustive), guidelines on how to pitch us, and more details at the link below! (Bluesky)

Rates range between $150–$350 for 1,500 to 2,500.

Artemis Octavio at Stop Caring

If you are interested in writing for Stop Caring, please feel free to pitch me, either via email on bio or DM me. We offer compensation, creative freedom and a very relaxed environment. (Bluesky)

And as for what Stop Caring is all about:

Stop Caring is an attitude based on the idea that videogames are valid and sophisticated artistic expressions, filled with as much cultural sinew as any other art-form. It's about taking the lessons we can learn from gaming and implementing them in our daily lives. It's about taking all of this shit less seriously, but discussing games with the same gravitas one would use when examining any work of art.

Rate is $100–$200 per article.

Talk Death

We are always accepting pitches from guest writers! We are especially looking for writers who can speak to death practices and traditions from equity deserving groups, the Global South, and Indigenous writers. We also welcome anyone living with marginalized experiences to send us their pitches. (Bluesky)

Rate is $0.20 per word for 800–1,200 words.

Rainesford Stauffer at 100 Days in Appalachia

If you know student or early-career journalists in the region, we're looking for pitches on politics, work, education, cultural trends and the arts, life + identity, and more! (Bluesky)

Rates start at $100 for opinion and $200–$400 for reporting, but “could increase based on scope.”

ROMchip: A Journal of Game Histories

ROMchip: A Journal of Game Histories is now accepting freelance pitches on a rolling basis for our Interviews, Materials, and Translations sections. This initiative is designed to support originalwork by independent researchers, preservationists, game makers, and public historians with significant expertise in the field of game history. (ROMchip)

Rates range between $250–$600.

Frank Olito at Business Insider

For Business Insider, I'm looking for freelancers who want to write a first-person essay about the reasons they decided NOT to go to college/grad school/Ph.D. program after being accepted. What made you decide to take a different path? Why wasn't the educational path right for you?

Looking for people who made this decision recently—within the last two years! (LinkedIn)

Rates in the past have started a $250 for 700 words.

Emma McAleavy at The Roots of Progress
Theme: Intelligence Age

The Roots of Progress Institute is seeking to commission stories for a new article series, “Intelligence Age,” on future applications of AI.
These will be reported essays, not science fiction. We want to understand how AI might change individual sectors of the economy and the working lives of the people within them. What happens to traditional filmmaking when AI can make good movies? What will it be like to date with an emotionally intelligent AI vetting the pool of potential partners? (Substack)

Rate is $2 per word for 2,500–3,500 words.

Atavist

Atavist is always open for pitches.

Atavist stories can be historical or current; they can be about crime or science, adventure or romance; they can be rooted in investigative reporting or in first-person experiences. What unites them is their narrative approach—our stories are plot- and character-driven, cinematic, the kind of yarns you don’t want to stop reading because you can’t wait to see what happens next. (Atavist)

The baseline rate is $6,000 for 8,000 to 30,000 words.

The Cut

The Cut is always open for pitches.

What we’re looking for: Smart, generous, funny writing that engages with the Cut’s readers and finds a natural home on our website under one of our four verticals: POWER, SELF, STYLE, and CULTURE. We’re always open to essay, column, and feature pitches. (The Cut)

Rates start at $500 for essays and columns.

NPR Music

NPR Music is always open for pitches.

NPR Music is an editorial team devoted to connecting the dots between the people who make music, the people who listen to it and the context surrounding both. We prioritize publishing a wide array of perspectives, not a single definitive "take," and are open to all genres, especially those you think we could be covering better. (NPR)

Base rates start at $200–$600 for reviews, $800 for short features, and $1,200 for longer features and essays.

A black box with white text, reading: Full-Time.

Editorial Assistant, Linguistics and Philosophy, Bloomsbury UK → Deadline: June 25
London, UK (Hybrid) | £27,000/yr

Bloomsbury is a leading international publisher with strengths in trade, children’s, professional and academic publishing. We are currently looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking Editorial Assistant to provide administrative and organisational support for our Academic Linguistics list and Philosophy list.

To apply: Apply via Bloomsbury UK.

Digital Marketing Specialist, Michael O’Mara Books → Deadline: June 30
London, UK (Hybrid) or Remote | Salary Unlisted

The role consists of shaping, planning and delivering digital marketing campaigns that will drive sales across our three imprints. The successful candidate will bring strong book trade experience of running campaigns, along with a deep understanding of digital marketing and market trends, and a network of online contacts.

To apply: Details here.

Editorial Coordinator, Production, AAAS → Deadline: July 10
Remote | $48,000/yr

At AAAS’s gold open access journal Science Advances, the Editorial Coordinator--Production assists the Advances production team in the processing individual manuscripts that comprise the journal each week in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The EC-Production will work in the journal’s online production system, reviewing author responses to queries and assessing additional queries regarding figures and supplementary materials.

To apply: Apply via AAAS.

Editorial Assistant, University Press of Kentucky → Deadline: July 13
Lexington, KY | $15.30–24.50/hr

The Editorial Assistant will provide clerical support to the director and to acquisitions staff. Responsibilities include communicating through written and verbal correspondence with individuals involved in the manuscript evaluation and publishing processes; locating outside readers, maintaining an organized system of tracking manuscripts and accompanying materials, conducting library research, responding to email and phone queries; preparing manuscripts for the editorial, design, and production department, updating authors on the status of manuscripts; processing payment documents for the acquisitions staff, maintaining acquisitions department database; and scheduling and attending meetings as instructed.

To apply: Apply via University of Kentucky.

Editorial Manager, Saqi Books → Deadline: July 13
London, UK (Hybrid) | £33,500/yr

We’re looking for a passionate, meticulous and highly organised Editorial Manager to lead and coordinate the editorial process across our publishing programme. This is a hands-on, multifaceted role ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the opportunity to work on impactful, globally-minded books.

To apply: Details here.

Publications Associate, Theatre Communications Group → Deadline: July 18
New York, NY (Hybrid) | $50,000–$55,000/yr

As a member of the TCG Publications Department, the Publications Associate, TCG Books, will provide vital editorial, research, and administrative support to the Editorial Director and Editor & Publishing Operations Manager, playing a key role in the production, promotion, and lifecycle management of both new and backlist titles. The Publications Associate should possess strong copyediting and proofreading skills as well as digital asset management skills.

To apply: Details here.

Marketing Associate, Adams Media
Stoughton, MA (Hybrid) | $58,500–$70,000/yr

Adams Media is seeking a Marketing Associate to drive discoverability for the imprint’s nonfiction lifestyle list. This role will have the opportunity to conceive and execute strategic title marketing campaigns in select niche categories (Adams IP, witchcraft, RPG).

To apply: Apply via Simon & Schuster.

Copywriter, Bates College
Lewiston, ME | Salary Unlisted

The copywriter creates, develops, plans, writes, and edits persuasive communications that embody the brand, spirit and personality of Bates College. A key member of the editorial team within Bates Communications and Marketing (BCM), the copywriter will collaborate closely with the digital marketing team and key campus partners to deliver creative, compelling, and — most important — effective messaging.

To apply: Apply via Bates College.

Senior Writer and Editor, Bates College
Lewiston, ME | Salary Unlisted

The Senior Writer and Editor serves as managing editor for Bates Magazine, and provides leadership and expertise in strategic storytelling. This highly skilled writer and editor will have deep experience and will collaborate with the Senior Communications and Editorial Director to develop a fresh tone for BCM’s writing in all formats and styles (print and digital, persuasive and journalistic)

To apply: Apply via Bates College.

Senior Editor, The Huntington
San Marino, CA (Hybrid) | $85,000–$90,000/yr

Working under the supervision of the Director of News and Media Relations, the Senior Editor energetically and creatively oversees copyediting and proofreading for the institution’s Office of Communications and Marketing. The position requires a meticulous editorial sensibility, top-level writing skills, and excellent organizational skills. The Senior Editor copy edits and proofs institutional newsletters, news releases, announcements, feature stories, web content, marketing copy, and a variety of other materials on tight deadlines.

To apply: Apply via The Huntington.

Associate Editor: Adult Nonfiction, Sourcebooks
Remote* | $50,000–$65,000/yr

As an Associate Editor on our adult nonfiction team, you won’t be stuck behind the scenes. You’ll be developing high-impact titles in a range of commercial nonfiction categories—memoir, prescriptive, narrative, and beyond. You’ll play a critical role in shaping ideas, nurturing authors, and driving acquisitions of bold, distinctive content that connects deeply with readers.

To apply: Apply via Sourcebooks.

*The location for this position can be based in any of the following states: Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Graphic Novel Editor, ABRAMS
New York, NY | $60,000–$70,000/yr

As we continue to grow our children’s licensing team, we are seeking a creative, self-driven editor to focus on licensed graphic novels. Our ideal candidate is tapped into pop culture and fandoms, is passionate about comics and graphic novels, and is well-versed in the middle grade and YA graphic novel spaces. This person thrives in fast-paced environments, communicates clearly & effectively, collaborates well with all types of people, and feels confident shaping a story from concept through publication. Ideally, you love fanfic and consider yourself right at home at cons.

To apply: Apply via ABRAMS.

Production Editor, Scholastic
New York, NY (Hybrid) | $62,557–$72,000/yr

The Production Editor organizes and oversees the accurate and timely production of Scholastic classroom magazines from layout through prepress and then on to digital implementation. The role involves close work in InDesign layouts ensuring design accuracy, consistent formatting, and adherence to established department styles; trafficking assets; preparing layout files for press and digital publishing. The Production Editor works closely with editorial, art, photo, and digital teams to meet exacting quality standards and on-time delivery.

To apply: Apply via Scholastic.

Managing Story Editor, Cornell University
Ithaca, NY (Hybrid) | $95,162–$116,309/yr

The Managing Story Editor (MSE) is a leadership role responsible for the strategic growth of CM’s array of conservation partnerships and projects. The MSE collaborates with the Center Director and the Senior Producer to identify new and advance existing conservation media opportunities. The MSE manages the day-to-day operations of the story and research unit including leadership of science editors, works with project leads to develop editorial content that aligns with CM’s near and long-term content strategy, builds partnerships that deliver on the Lab’s mission, and leads their own projects as needed.

To apply: Apply via Cornell University.

Editorial Project Manager, Future of StoryTelling
New York, NY or Remote | $80,000–$100,000/yr

We are seeking a full-time Editor, Storytelling & Content Strategist to join our team and take a lead role across two vital storytelling domains:
Overseeing narrative development and content creation for a groundbreaking new immersive, interactive museum.
Serving as a key editor and producer for Melcher’s award-winning book program—conceiving, crafting, and executing editorial visions for bespoke publishing projects as they arise.

To apply: Apply via Future of StoryTelling.

Digital Content Manager, St. Ann’s Warehouse
Brooklyn, NY | $65,000–$80,000/yr

St. Ann’s Warehouse is seeking a full-time Digital Content Manager to shape and implement a comprehensive digital content strategy that amplifies the artistic mission of St. Ann’s Warehouse. This role is responsible for storytelling across social media, the St. Ann’s website, and platforms like Bloomberg Connects, fostering digital engagement and audience growth.

To apply: Details here.

Head of Publications, Bard Graduate Center
New York, NY | $115,000–$125,000/yr

ard Graduate Center (BGC) seeks a dynamic Head of Publications to lead our award-winning publishing team, producing and promoting scholarly books, exhibition catalogues, and academic journals, as well as managing digital projects, institutional communications, and exhibition interpretation. This is a full-time, on-site position at our campus on West 86th Street in New York City.

To apply: Details here.

Brand Editorial Director, LPA Design Studios
California* | $115,000–$125,000/yr

The 2025 AIA Architecture Firm Award honoree is looking for an Editor/Writer to lead our publishing and editorial efforts. This role serves as an editor-in-chief across our ecosystem, with the creative freedom and strategic responsibility to shape how we communicate ideas that matter. Responsibilities include editing our quarterly magazine, Catalyst; writing regular features and thought leadership articles; managing a team of freelance writers; and developing editorial strategies in alignment with the fast-growing firm’s business goals, brand campaigns and marketing priorities.

To apply: Apply via LPA.

*Irvine, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, San Jose, CA, and Sacramento, CA.

Publicity Assistant, Bloomsbury
New York, NY (Hybrid) | $47,500/yr

Develops publicity campaigns and implements media efforts for the Press's entire book list (trade, scholarly, regional), focusing primarily on newly published books, currently about 80 new books per year.

To apply: Apply via Bloomsbury.

Publicist, UI Press
Urbana, IL (Hybrid) or Remote | $48,000–$58,000/yr

Develops publicity campaigns and implements media efforts for the Press's entire book list (trade, scholarly, regional), focusing primarily on newly published books, currently about 80 new books per year.

To apply: Apply via University of Illinois.

A black box with white text, reading: Part-Time + Contract.

Assistant Publisher (FTC), IOP Publishing → Deadline: June 30
Bristol, UK (Hybrid) | £25,000/yr

As an Assistant Publisher, you will provide commissioning, administrative and title management support and coordination for the Journals Development team so they can achieve profitable growth in output, quality and reputation of our journal publishing.

To apply: Apply via IOP Publishing.

Production Editor (FTC), IOP Publishing → Deadline: June 30
Bristol, UK (Hybrid) | £25,000/yr

As a Production Editor, you’ll be responsible for managing a group of products in a timely and efficient manner, to ensure publication on schedule, to budget and to agreed quality standards. You’ll manage the full production process which can include editing, proofreading, correction and final publication, and will be working on one or more products with different workflows.

To apply: Apply via IOP Publishing.

Literary Agent, The Caldwell Agency
Remote | Commission

The Caldwell Agency is seeking a motivated literary agent to join our team. We’re looking for someone with experience in agenting—or someone enthusiastic about building a long-term career in the field. The right candidate will have a strong understanding of the publishing industry, excellent communication skills, and a passion for books and the creators of them.

To apply: Details here.

Managing Editor, Good Tape
Remote | $40–60/hr

The Managing Editor is our editorial engine — part story whisperer, part project manager, and part curator. You’ll assign, shape, and shepherd stories from pitch to publication. You’ll manage timelines, coordinate with writers, and ensure the editorial voice and standards of the magazine are upheld throughout the process.

To apply: Apply via LinkedIn.

Poetry Competition and Grants Coordinator, National Poetry Series
Remote | $35,000–$40,000/yr

We are seeking a self-directed and detail-oriented Part-Time Poetry Competition & Grants Coordinator to manage our annual poetry competition and assist with grant writing and reporting. This fully remote role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, mission-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

To apply: Details here.

Readers, The Masters Review → Deadline: June 22
Remote | Volunteer

The Masters Review is looking to add some talented new readers to our team this summer. If you love literary fiction and nonfiction, and three to four hours of reading submissions a week sounds like fun, we encourage you to apply. Our readers work remotely and can set their own schedules. BIPOC, marginalized and underrepresented writers are strongly encouraged to apply!

To apply: Apply via The Masters Review's Submittable.

Managing Editor, Bennington Review
Remote | Salary Unlisted

Reporting to the Editor of Bennington Review, this position works closely with staff departments, including but not limited to alumni relations and communications, as well as external partners such as; subscribers, contributors, and submitters of work to the magazine; magazine distributors and printers; the cover artist; the journal’s designer and freelance proofreader; and external foundations. This is a part-time position, working fifteen (15) hours per week year-round.

To apply: Apply via Bennington College.

A black box with white text, reading: Fellowships + Residencies.

UCross Fellowship for Native American Artists → Deadline: July 15
Clearmont, WY | $2,000 Award

Our dedicated fellowship supports the work of contemporary Native American visual artists, writers, and performers. Selected fellows are offered a four-week residency, which includes uninterrupted time, private studio space living accommodations, meals prepared by our professional chef, a stipend, and the experience of the majestic High Plains. The Fellowship for Native American Artists also includes an award of $2,000 and the opportunity to present work publicly, such as a featured exhibition in the Ucross Art Gallery, a reading, or a performance.

To apply: Details here.

Scholar-in-Residence: Creative Writing, University of Houston
Houston, TX | $45,000/yr

The Creative Writing Program at the University of Houston announces the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts Scholar in Residence, a nine-month, non-tenure track, post-graduate fellowship in Creative Writing for the 2025-26 academic year. The opportunity is open to any practice in Creative Writing (e.g., Fiction, Poetry, Nonfiction). Candidate is expected to reside in Houston for the duration of the residency and will work alongside faculty in the Creative Writing Program while vigorously pursuing their creative/scholarly activities.

To apply: Apply via University of Houston.

A black box with white text, reading: Internships.

Editorial Internship, Harper’s Magazine → Deadline: July 1
New York, NY | Unpaid

Harper’s Magazine is accepting applications from college students and graduates for its editorial internship program. Interns work on a full-time basis for three to five months. The position is unpaid, although Harper’s is able to provide unlimited MetroCards for transportation. Interns receive practical experience in critical reading and analysis, research, fact checking, and the general workings of a national magazine. Each intern works closely with an editor on one section of the magazine, takes part in the creation of the Harper’s Index, and is encouraged to read widely, generate ideas and approach problems creatively.

To apply: Details here.

Summer 2025 Marketing and Publicity Intern, Union Square & Co.
New York, NY (Hybrid) | $16.50/hr

As an HBG Publicity & Marketing Intern at Union Square & Co., you will have the opportunity to work closely with highly creative, friendly and teamwork-oriented professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.

To apply: Apply via Hachette Book Group.

A black box with white text, reading: Open Opps from Past Issues

Note: This only includes deadlined opportunities from past issues, sorted by date.

Curator of Literary and Poetry Collections, Emory University Libraries
Atlanta, GA | Salary Unlisted | Priority Deadline: TODAY, June 20

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collection Development, the Curator of Literary and Poetry Collections is responsible for the development, management, and promotion of the Rose Library’s significant collections related to modern and contemporary poetry and literature.

To apply: Apply via Emory University.

Managing Editorial Assistant, Penguin Workshop → Deadline: TODAY, June 20
Remote | $51,000/yr

The Corporate Bookmaking Team is seeking a Managing Editorial Assistant to provide support to the Penguin Workshop Managing Editorial team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for children's books, be detail-oriented, eager to collaborate with all departments in the bookmaking process, and willing to work in a fast-paced, high volume, and creative environment. 

To apply: Apply via Penguin Random House.

Editorial Director, Compendium → Deadline: TODAY, June 20
Remote | $95,000–$125,000/yr

We are seeking a collaborative Editorial Director to join our Seattle-based remote team. The Editorial Director is a key member of our creative team, responsible for multiple SKU product development and editing each year. This position will play an essential role in the expansion of our imprint’s 100 products per year directly overseeing approximately 8-12 titles a year and leading an internal team of four editor-writers across the list.

To apply: Apply via Penguin Random House.

Inspire the Mind → Deadline: June 21

For #SexualHealthDay in September 2025, we're looking for article pitches from a mental health lived experience perspective for our digital magazine. Interested in writing? Submit a pitch via the form on our homepage by 21st of June. (Bluesky)

Rate is £200 for 1,000–1,200 words.

Postdoctoral Research Associates: African Poetry Digital Portal, Brown University → Deadline: June 23
Providence, RI | Salary Unlisted

Brown University invites applications for two three-year Postdoctoral Research Associate positions beginning on September 1, 2025. The Postdoctoral Research Associates will work closely with the project team developing the African Poetry Digital Portal Project, led by Kwame Dawes, Professor of Literary Arts and Principal Investigator of the project, and Lorna Dawes, Exploration and Research Librarian and co-Principal Investigator on the project, as well as the staff at the Center for Digital Scholarship at Brown University.

To apply: Apply via Brown University.

Postdoctoral Research Associate: African Digital Humanities, Brown University → Deadline: June 23
Providence, RI | Salary Unlisted

The Postdoctoral Research Associate would work closely with the project team developing the African Poetry Digital Portal Project, led by Kwame Dawes, Professor of Literary Arts and Principal Investigator of the project, and Lorna Dawes, Exploration and Research Librarian and co-Principal Investigator on the project, as well as the staff at the Center for Digital Scholarship at Brown University. The project documents the work of African poets and provides equitable digital access to the related creative and intellectual artifacts, materials, and research on the subject of African Poetry that is housed in academic and cultural institutions in Africa and its diaspora in order to, among other things, create accessible ways to engender an informed, culturally diverse, civically engaged, and responsible society.

To apply: Apply via Brown University.

CNF Readers, Wallstrait → Deadline: June 24
Remote | Volunteer

Our goal is to be one of the fastest-responding journals in the business, publish a crazy diverse range of fiction coming only from submissions, and give a line or two of feedback as time permits. If this sounds like your kind of vibe, we might have a spot for you at Wallstrait.

To apply: Apply via Wallstrait’s Submittable.

Fiction Readers, Wallstrait → Deadline: June 24
Remote | Volunteer

Our goal is to be one of the fastest-responding journals in the business, publish a crazy diverse range of fiction coming only from submissions, and give a line or two of feedback as time permits. If this sounds like your kind of vibe, we might have a spot for you at Wallstrait.

To apply: Apply via Wallstrait’s Submittable.

Desk Editor, Yale University Press London → Deadline: June 29
London, UK | £34,000/yr

Yale University Press London is looking for a Desk Editor with editorial and eBook production and project management experience in a book publishing environment to work on our frontlist on our History, Current Affairs, Economics, Philosophy, Religion, Popular Science, Literature and Music titles. In this stimulating and collaborative role, you will steer books from copyedited manuscript to print-ready files.

To apply: Please send your CV and supporting covering letter (including availability, notice period details and current salary) to: vacancy28@yaleup.co.uk ensuring you include “Desk Editor” in the email subject line.

Good Tape → Deadline: June 30
Theme: The Threat Issue

We’re looking for unexpected takes on the idea of threat in podcasting: sharp angles, surprising stories, solutions that go beyond the usual hand-wringing. Artists, writers, audio makers, and sponsors thinking about the future of this medium — we want to hear from you. (Good Tape)

Rates for digital start at $0.30/word and $0.50/word for print.

Associate Editor or Senior Editor, Nature Water → Deadline: June 30
Various (Hybrid)* | $80,000–$95,000/yr

The team is seeking a full-time Associate or Senior Editor with a background in any water-related research field. Expertise in environmental microbiology, environmental bioengineering, aquatic ecology and/or social sciences applied to water is especially welcome. Candidates should have a broad understanding of the research challenges related to water. This position would especially suit an early career researcher with a passion for science, but who is looking to move away from academia.

To apply: Please send:

A brief 1 page Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and indicating salary expectations
A CV
A concise (no more than 500 words) discussion of a recent scientific study, issue, development, or debate in water-related research that you have found particularly interesting (stating why, and including no more than 5 relevant references).

*New York, New Jersey, Washington, DC, Beijing, or Shanghai.

Managing Editor, American Society of Civil Engineers → Deadline: June 30
Remote | Salary Unlisted

We are currently searching for an experienced Managing Editor, who will be responsible for managing volunteer editorial boards for several titles as well as the peer review process for assigned journals. The Managing Editor is an important contributor to the overall health and strategic direction of the program responsible for the peer review of 35 technical journals.

To apply: For consideration, submissions of interest must contain a resume and cover letter.

Get the Word Out, Poets & Writers → Deadline: June 30
Remote

Get the Word Out is a publicity incubator for early career authors. Under the mentorship of an accomplished book publicist, writers will develop and execute publicity strategies to maximize the exposure of their first or second book, reach readers, and create a platform to propel their literary careers.

To apply: Authors can apply to the program via Poets & Writers’ online application.

Marketing and Events Manager, Carcanet Press → Deadline: June 30
Manchester, UK | £30,000-£33,000/yr

We are looking for a Marketing and Events Manager who will bring creativity and innovation to the strategic marketing of our list. The successful candidate will have a passion for books and experience in connecting that passion with readers.

To apply: Email a CV and covering letter addressed to Michael Schmidt to info@carcanet.co.uk. Closing date Monday 30 June 2025. Interviews to be conducted Monday 07 July 2025.

Condé Nast Traveler → Deadline: July 1
Theme: Best Places to Go in 2026

We’re looking for pitches for our Best Places to Go in 2026 list. As in year’s past, we’re seeking a mix of international and domestic destinations that collectively represent the most compelling places to visit in the year ahead. (Condé Nast Traveler)

Rates start at $300 for 500–600 words.

Ori Magazine → Deadline: July 1

Ori is flipping the script on the traditional travel space, prioritizing local contributors and creatives to tell our global stories. The “36 Hours In” model is prevalent, so our mission at Ori is to go deeper and to get the stories that help us learn about places, people, and the idiosyncrasies of culture that make us hungry to not only visit, but interact and share with new communities. Think more cultural exchange and less cultural extraction. (Ori Magazine)

Rates start at $0.50–$1/word for features and $200 for departments.

Nonfiction Readers, Months To Years → Deadline: July 1
Remote | Volunteer

Months To Years seeks volunteer readers to review nonfiction submissions and make recommendations to the editorial staff. This is a flexible role that can be scaled accordingly based on a reviewer's availability.
We seek reviewers who enjoy reading nonfiction and who have a specific interest in exploring grief and loss through nonfiction.

To apply: Apply via Months To Years’ Submittable.

The Essential Voices Editorial Fellowship, Green Linden Press
Remote | $2,500 Award | Deadline: July 1

The Essential Voices Editorial Fellowship gives an editor the resources and assistance to bring an anthology into the world. Green Linden Press intends to tailor the Fellowship to the editor of the selected project: so previous editorial experience is not required, and those with editorial experience are encouraged to apply.

To apply: Apply via Green Linden Press’ Submittable.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Asian American Writers’ Workshop
New York, NY (Hybrid) | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

Note: This opportunity and the ones below it are all part of the Poetry Coalition, a national alliance of organizations working together to promote the value that poets bring to our culture. I’m listing them individually below, but you can find more information here.

The ideal candidate for this role is not only familiar with but excited about Asian American and Asian diasporic literature, honing a personal creative practice, as well as growing and learning within the literary and arts nonprofit sector. This position will adhere to AAWW’s current hybrid work schedule and will require both on and offsite participation with varying hours due to the nature of our programming and events schedule.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit a short cover letter (no more than 500 words) and a one-page resume to Devyn Mañibo at dmanibo@aaww.org.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center
Los Angeles, CA | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

The Poetry Coalition Fellow in Communications & Development supports Beyond Baroque’s marketing and fundraising efforts. We seek a candidate who can think creatively, strategically, and collaboratively about how to amplify Beyond Baroque’s public presence and support its financial sustainability.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Kundiman
New York, NY | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

FELLOW RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performing research for development and cultivation
Assisting in planning and managing fundraising campaigns
Analyzing trends in Kundiman donorship and updating donor database
Helping to organize donor events
Drafting development copy and designing development materials

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references to PoCoFellow@Kundiman.org.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Lambda Literary
Remote | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

The poetry coalition fellow will support the Director of Programs and Operations in the administrative oversight of Lambda’s programs, primarily the Lambda Literary Awards.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter in the body of an email and attach an up-to-date PDF resume of up to 2 pages to jobs[at]lambdaliterary.org, attn: LeKesha (she/her). References will be requested from any candidate selected for interviews.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Mizna
St. Paul, MN or Remote* | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

With this Poetry Coalition Fellowship, we seek a candidate who will work to increase the readership of Mizna: SWANA Literature + Art and Mizna Online by increasing and broadening the circulation and distribution of the print journal. The Fellow will strategize and implement grassroots distribution and visibility campaigns to expand national and international distribution, with a priority on independent bookstores.

To apply: Please submit a brief (no more than one page) cover letter, resume, and two references to Ellina Kevorkian at ellina@mizna.org.

*Location isn’t made clear in the listing. I’d reach out if I were you!

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Poetry Society of America
Brooklyn, NY | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

The Fellow will work primarily with our Public Programs and Community Manager to produce our annual series of public events, including readings, talks, seminars, children’s classes, and community programs.

To apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to job@poetrysociety.org with the subject line: “Poetry Coalition Fellowship.” No calls, please.

2025-26 Poetry Coalition Fellow, Woodland Pattern
Milwaukee, WI | $20,000 Stipend | Deadline: July 1

The central responsibility of Woodland Pattern’s Poetry Coalition Fellow will be to assist with our digital realms, with a focus on regular social media posts, website updates, and the curation of special poetry-related content. Fellows will also assist with video streaming and editing, and with digital archival needs. The Poetry Coalition Fellow should also expect to be involved in some preparations for Woodland Pattern's annual Poetry Marathon and may be engaged in any number of other administrative activities supporting programming and operations.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references. No calls please.

State of the Arts Fellowship, NYSCA → Deadline: July 8
Must be a Resident of New York | $60,000 Stipend

The State of the Arts Fellowship is a new initiative of Governor Hochul to embed artists within New York State agencies to use their creative and collaborative arts practices to develop inspired solutions to pressing social and civic questions. The Fellowship aims to foster collaboration between artists and public agencies, creating new avenues for communication and connection across geographic, cultural, and political boundaries, and to highlight the potential for innovative, cross-disciplinary solutions that are both creative and impactful for communities. Artists are vital to New York as creative problem solvers, socially engaged individuals, and storytellers who humanize societal challenges through their work.

To apply: Find application details here.