DESCRIPTION

The Associate Editor is a senior member of the junior editorial team, reporting directly to the Executive Editor. The Associate Editor is responsible for serving as primary editor for a portion of our columns, features, and reviews every month. Additionally, the Associate Editor will be expected to contribute new texts (columns, features, reviews, or other content) on a regular basis.

REQUIREMENTS

The Associate Editor is expected to be an exemplary editor and writer, with demonstrable knowledge of art history and contemporary art. Finely-honed editorial instincts, a flair for diplomacy, clear communication skills, an appreciation for different writerly voices/modes, an obsession with organization, punctuality with deadlines, and an ability to multi-task are imperative.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Some formal training in art history; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Four or more years of experience editing texts
• Some record of publications on contemporary art
• Proficiency with standard business software programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom; if not familiar with publishing on WordPress, must be willing to learn

Submission of both a cover letter and résumé is required for consideration. All applications must be submitted via the PMC careers portal.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES, AS ASSIGNED

• Fact-checking texts
• Drafting copy for social media and newsletters
  Typical wage range: $62k - $70k. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.