NOW HIRING: REVIEWS EDITOR

Do you have strong opinions about contemporary poetry and fiction? Do you have the editorial chops and a desire to work with emerging writers? Do you want to play a role in shaping Canada’s literary conversation? If so, you should throw your hat into the ring to become The Puritan’s new Reviews Editor! We are currently looking for a dedicated individual to take over our reviews department starting with our Spring 2020 issue (beginning in February or March 2020). REVIEWS EDITOR WILL:

• Manage, select, and respond to review submissions
• Contact presses for Advanced Review Copies of forthcoming fiction and poetry titles
• Solicit new work from reviewers
• Edit reviews for publication
• Participate in masthead meetings to strategize about new work
• Promote reviews following publication

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• Knowledge of and interest in contemporary Canadian literature, literary communities, and magazine publishing
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with MS programs and Google mail/docs
• The ability to meet strict deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Interested candidates should familiarize themselves with the magazine, its history, and the work it publishes, then send a cover letter and resume (or CV) as .doc, .docx, or .pdf attachment to [email protected]. Cover letters should answer the following questions: 1) What draws you to The Puritan in particular? 2) What experience do you have as an editor? 3) What knowledge do you have of the current Canadian literature scene? and 4) What experience makes you specifically suited for a role as a Reviews Editor? This is a volunteer position. The Puritan is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and prioritizes applications from candidates who identify with historically marginalized groups and underserved communities. First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America are strongly encouraged to apply as well as racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identity as 2SLGBTQ+. If you require any accommodations during the application and hiring process, please let us know. Applications will be received on a rolling basis. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Deadline to apply is: Monday, February 3, 2020.