Exhibitions & Publications Editor

Publishing Professionals Network; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Historic New Orleans Collection seeks an associate editor, publications, to assist with editing and production of exhibitions and books. The role also supports administrative tasks to help the publishing program grow.

Responsibilities include editing content, coordinating with editors, designers and production staff, and helping with research and outreach efforts for new products such as audiobooks and e-books.

Qualifications

• Editing, writing, and researching skills required.
• Proficiency in MS Office and mastery of Chicago Manual of Style.
• Ability to collaborate and work independently; meet deadlines; pay attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist editor in editing exhibition content and text panels for accuracy and style.
• Support project manager for book projects and publications, coordinating with authors and designers.
• Help with office administration: inventory, packaging, and research related to program growth.

Skills

Editing

Writing

Researching

MS Office

Chicago Style

Teamwork

Independence

Deadlines

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Journalism

History

American studies

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Teams

Wrike

Job description

Historic New Orleans Collection seeks an associate editor, publications, to assist with editing and production of exhibitions and books. The role also supports administrative tasks to help the publishing program grow.

Responsibilities include editing content, coordinating with editors, designers and production staff, and helping with research and outreach efforts for new products such as audiobooks and e-books.