Assistant Editor

UWSTP University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking an Assistant Editor to support the Cornerstone Press. The role involves training undergraduate editors, overseeing editing workflows, coordinating with authors, and preparing manuscripts for production.

The position is part-time (10 hours per week) and non-exempt, with an hourly rate of $24.97. Qualifications include editing experience and a bachelor’s degree in English, with preferred familiarity with Cornerstone Press and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Experience in editing fiction, poetry, and prose, published media, or related.
• Expertise in word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Researches and writes informational materials, generally within a single subject area, for publication and distribution.
• Conducts literature searches and develops tracking mechanisms to standardize manuscript preparation and submission.
• Assists in editing, revising, and proofreading materials and resolving errors or inconsistencies in style, syntax, grammar, and format.
• Assists in planning, developing, and publishing internal and external publications.
• Edits manuscripts and text and maintains contact with internal and external stakeholders concerning published work.

Skills

Editing experience

Mentoring students

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English

Tools

Word processing software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Position Title: Assistant Editor

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Editor

Job Duties

• schedule and execute editorial training for all new editorial staff (all undergraduate students) each semester
• oversee content editing and copyediting of students’ work for all press manuscripts
• correspond with authors and schedule editorial timelines
• delegate specific projects to managing editor(s) to ensure proper training and experience expectations of undergraduate students are met
• deliver fully edited and author-approved manuscripts to the publisher/director for production and layout
• advise the publisher/director on editorial policies, training of student editorial staff, and recruitment of new undergraduate interns
• participate, when able, in public events as a representative of the press
• meet regularly with press executive staff

This is a part-time (10 hours per week) position. Full position description is available upon request.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Researches and writes informational materials, generally within a single subject area, for publication and distribution
• Conducts literature searches and develops tracking mechanisms to standardize manuscript preparation and submission
• Assists in editing, revising, and proofreading materials and resolving errors or inconsistencies in style, syntax, grammar, and format
• Assists in planning, developing, and publishing internal and external publications
• Edits manuscripts and text and maintains contact with internal and external stakeholders concerning published work

Department

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Department of English houses three (3) tracks within the English major and is staffed with seventeen (17) tenure-track faculty and ten (10) academic staff members. The department prides itself with providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in a wide range of career paths: K-12 teaching, editing and publishing, higher education leadership, human services, and law, to name just a few. The study of English equips students to think logically and critically, write clearly, and communicate effectively. Graduates engage the world ready to flourish as global citizens, to assume leadership positions, and to exercise professional adaptability in the face of a rapidly changing world.

Compensation & Benefits

The Assistant Editor is a part-time (10 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt, annual (12-month), university staff position. Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting rate of $24.97 per hour.

Required Qualifications

Experience in editing fiction, poetry, and prose, published media, or related.

Expertise in word processing software.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in English, Literature, Rhetoric, or Writing

Experience working with Cornerstone Press

Experience working with and mentoring students in a variety of capacities

Experience working in collaborative environments

Experience with zoom or video conferencing technology

Working knowledge of Adobe creative suite

Eligibility & Background Check

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Contact Information

Name: Ross Tangedal, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Director & Publisher of the Cornerstone Press

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Name: Human Resources

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Equal Opportunity & Diversity

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds.

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