Job: Literary Editor, The Capilano Review

MagsBC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the literary community is seeking a Literary Editor for a part-time role. This position involves overseeing all literary content and programming, collaborating with a dedicated editorial team, and engaging with the vibrant Canadian literary scene. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in writing and editing, along with a passion for fostering diverse voices in literature. This role offers the opportunity to shape the magazine's direction while working flexibly from the Vancouver office and home. If you are committed to equity and diversity and eager to make a meaningful impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

Monthly benefits allowance

Annual cost of living increase

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Strong background in writing, editing, and publishing.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and produce two issues of The Capilano Review per year.
• Solicit and edit all writing and literary content for the magazine.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication Skills

Grant Writing

Project Management

Education

Graduate-level studies in literature

Equivalent experience in creative writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Job description

Job: Literary Editor, The Capilano Review

The Capilano Review is Hiring a Literary Editor (Permanent Part-Time)!

Position Summary

The Capilano Review (TCR) seeks a Literary Editor beginning March 15, 2025. The position is responsible for all literary content and programming at the magazine, in addition to organizational duties performed in collaboration with the Managing Editor and Art Editor. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in writing, editing, and publishing; deep relationships within the Canadian literary community; and a demonstrated ability to work creatively and equitably in a collaborative environment.

*Note: This is a Vancouver-based position working primarily from our offices at Suite 210, 111 West Hastings Street in Vancouver, with flexibility to work some hours from home.

$34,090 for part-time status (20 hours/week), with a monthly benefits allowance of $65 and an annual cost of living increase of 4.35% subject to Board approval.

Background:

For over fifty years,TCR has supported and been sustained by a vibrant community of readers, writers, and artists interested in experimentation in writing and art. Our publication offers a welcoming and thoughtful space for the work of established and emerging writers and artists from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds.

TCR is strongly committed to equity and diversity. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities and from candidates with the skills and understanding to work collaboratively within and across these communities. We invite candidates who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, and/or people with disabilities to self-identify.

We acknowledge that we carry out our work on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

Job Description:

• Plan and produce two issues of The Capilano Review per year, in collaboration with a small editorial team;
• Solicit and edit all writing and literary content for the magazine’s print and online platforms;
• Oversee issue production, layouts, budgets, and timelines;
• Develop literary features for the website and newsletter;
• Copyedit all materials intended for publication;
• Initiate and oversee two annual writing contests, one annual Writer-in-Residence program, and other readings, workshops, and public programs;
• Lead in the development and curation of two annual fundraising events (one in-person and one virtual);
• Participate in regular editorial and organizational meetings with members of the Staff, Board, and Editorial Board;
• Write and report on grants;
• Ensure financial sustainability for the magazine by actively seeking out community partnerships, grant opportunities, and institutional collaborations;
• Collaborate on the development of operational plans and editorial policies;
• Supervise and mentor interns on editorial tasks.

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with The Capilano Review and our community of writers and artists, with particular knowledge of and interest in BC’s arts and cultural communities;
• Graduate-level studies or equivalent experience in literature, creative writing, or a related discipline;
• Editorial experience, including a demonstrated knowledge of substantive editing, line editing, copyediting, and editorial ethics and best practices (familiarity with style manuals including The Elements of Indigenous Style and The Chicago Manual of Style would be considered an asset);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work sensitively and collaboratively with writers from diverse backgrounds;
• Track record of successful grant-writing and reporting;
• Experience with project budgets and basic financial planning;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WordPress;
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask;
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.