Editorial Assistant: Art Publishing & Curatorial Impact

Theartgorgeous; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A prominent contemporary art institution in Cape Town is seeking an Editorial Assistant to provide day-to-day editorial and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in publishing. This role involves editing, proofreading, and managing various editorial processes, working closely with artists and designers. Candidates should have a strong passion for contemporary art and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in publishing or editorial work.
• Impeccable verbal and written language skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a creative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and editorial support to the Managing Editor.
• Manage the editorial calendar and production schedules.
• Conduct research to support curatorial texts and essays.

Skills

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Ability to adjust writing style for different audiences

Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Art History, Communications, Publishing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe InDesign

Job description

A prominent contemporary art institution in Cape Town is seeking an Editorial Assistant to provide day-to-day editorial and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in publishing. This role involves editing, proofreading, and managing various editorial processes, working closely with artists and designers. Candidates should have a strong passion for contemporary art and excellent communication skills.