Deputy Editor

The deputy editor is a senior member of the editorial team and is responsible for providing vital editorial collaboration and oversight for our flagship publication, Poets & Writers Magazine; our website, pw.org; and our premium newsletter Grants & Awards: The Writing Contest Newsletter. The deputy editor reports to the editor in chief. This is a full-time position in our New York City office, requiring flexibility to work both remotely and on-site. Annual salary: $75,000, plus benefits including fully paid medical insurance and generous paid time off. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Execute the editorial vision for Poets & Writers Magazine and pw.org, as established by the editor in chief, with a focus on practical information and advice about writing, publishing, and technology. Assign and edit articles, essays, and features for the print magazine and website. Write articles for the magazine and website, as needed. Bring in new contributors and maintain strong relationships with freelancers. Plan, help compile, edit, prepare, and schedule weekly installments of Grants & Awards: The Writing Contest Newsletter. Curate, edit, prepare, and publish installments of online series such as Ten Questions and Daily News. Provide editorial and technical support for the magazine’s virtual events. Maintain general editorial e-mail inbox, evaluate and respond to queries and submissions. Provide support and guidance for other editorial staff members, as needed. Manage the editorial department in the event of the editor-in-chief’s absence. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: At least five years of editorial magazine experience. Strong developmental and line editing skills. Excellent journalistic writing skills. Razor-sharp attention to detail and ability to work on deadline. In-depth knowledge of the literary community and publishing industry as well as insight into the needs of creative writers and the challenges they face at all stages of a career. Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Constant Contact, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom as well as capacity to learn and work in a Drupal content management system. Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style. Strong cultural competency; capacity to work effectively and sensitively with writers from a wide range of backgrounds, including BIPOC writers, LGBTQ+ writers, and others, to bring their work to our readers. #J-18808-Ljbffr