Managing Editor, Callaloo
Brown University

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Job Description:

Callaloo is a literary journal dedicated to the creative and critical exploration of the African Diaspora. For almost fifty years, Callaloo has been one of the most essential and continuously published journals of African Diaspora arts and letters. The journal publishes original work by and about writers and visual artists of African descent from all corners of the world, offering readers an engaging mix of fiction, poetry, critical articles, interviews, and visual art. Callaloo plays a vital role in shaping the discourse around race, identity, and the African diaspora in literature and art.

The Managing Editor for Callaloo literary journal is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the daily operations, staff, and financial management of the journal. This position requires a dynamic individual who can manage multiple aspects of the publication process while supporting the Executive Editor in both editorial and administrative functions.

This includes contributing to editorial planning and content for issues of the journal and managing all aspects of the content workflow, from cultivating referees and author selection to supervising editors and production staff and managing author contracts, payment, and other elements of operations. The Managing Editor is responsible for the journal's budget, staff hiring, and maintaining production schedules with the journal's publisher. The Managing Editor also supports grant solicitation and fundraising efforts to support funding for the journal.

This position is hybrid-eligible.

This is a fixed-term position, renewable annually from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029, dependent on funding.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree plus five to seven years of experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. MFA or Phd in English/Creative Writing/African American or Diaspora Studies preferred.
  
• Experience in grant writing and development is a plus.
  
• Deep experience and knowledge of African diaspora literature and arts is preferred.
  
• Proven experience in editorial management, preferably within a literary journal or similar publication.
  
• Expertise in Submittable application management system.
  
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
  
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
  
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
  

Why Brown?

Brown University is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.

Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-01-23

Job Posting Title:
Managing Editor, Callaloo

Department:
Department of Literary Arts

Grade:
Grade 10

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5

Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.









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