Fiction Editor (2025 002587)

Middlebury College; Middlebury (VT); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a Fiction Editor at an established literary magazine. In this role, you will evaluate submissions, collaborate with staff, and promote the magazine's mission. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with talented writers and contribute to the literary landscape. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills, a solid publication record, and a passion for contemporary literature. If you are looking to make an impact in the literary world, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a substantial publication record and some editorial experience.
• Familiarity with the New England Review and contemporary writing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review unsolicited fiction submissions and provide feedback to staff readers.
• Solicit work from admired writers and promote the magazine on social media.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Editorial Experience

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Bachelor's in Literature or Related Field

Master's in Literature or Related Field

PhD in Literature or Related Field

Job description

Fiction Editors work with the New England Review staff to select fiction for publication in the magazine, evaluating unsolicited submissions, working with volunteer readers, and soliciting work as needed. Fiction Editors also serve as advocates and representatives of the magazine and its mission.

Core Responsibilities:

• Review and respond to unsolicited fiction submissions, with the assistance of staff readers

• Discuss selections with the Editor and other staff to help finalize content for each issue

• Oversee staff readers, offering feedback and enlisting new volunteers as needed

• Solicit writing from writers and translators whose work they admire but who have not submitted independently

• Adhere to deadlines and respond to regular communications with the NER staff

• Help promote NER on social media and at conferences and events

• Meet with student interns

• Contribute to NER web features

• Hold a BA, possibly also an MA, MFA, or PhD, in literature or related field

• Familiarity with the New England Review and the landscape of contemporary writing

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

• Substantial publication record

• Some editorial experience with a literary magazine or publisher is helpful
• Must be able to read manuscripts online and work remotely.

Come join us and be a part of our team!

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.