Editorial/Marketing Volunteer Internship
Start-up Indie publisher looking for an editorial and marketing intern. Fantastic Fiction Publishing (FFP) is a new and cutting-edge erotic fiction publisher. Candidates must be accepting and non-judgmental of a wide range of explicit erotic content in fiction. Ideal candidates will be open-minded and not easily shocked. Please check out site before applying: http://www.forbiddenfiction.com and http://www.fantasticfictionpub.com. If the subject matter offends you, do not apply.
Intern(s) will be working directly with the publisher in preparing all facets of fiction for publication. The intern will take submissions intake, assit in editorial analysis and proofing, assist publisher with managing online documents, working through marketing tasks such as writing blurbs, cover and supporting content, loading work onto distribution sites, and helping support and track sales. Since this is a start-up, interns will be helping document the systems we will use in the future.
Qualifications:
- Creative, open mind.
- An interest in indie publishing
- Willing to share ideas, assume responsibility, both take direction and initiative..
- Ability to work in a laid-back environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills.
- Must be able to read critically in order to successfully evaluate submissions.
- Reliable work ethic – being on time and focused on the work.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (specifically, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Web skills would be appreciated, especially blogging and online forums.
This job places heavy emphasis on your initiative, organizational abilities, internet skills and publishing software tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google docs). We would be particularly happy at an intern who is good at managing social media for marketing purposes. On-the-job training is provided, but proficient computer skills are required.
Schedule:
This is a part-time, unpaid internship position. We expect 8 hours each week for at least ten weeks. Actual days flexible, but must be weekdays, after 10 am and before 6 pm. Publisher places a high value on reliability, so while intern can negotiate schedule, they will be expected to stick to it when agreed.
Location:
Our office is located in the publisher's home in Hayward. We are conveniently located a half mile from the South Hayward BART station. Interns can park nearby or use BART and then walk or bike from/to the station.
The atmosphere is a laid back setting with lots of light, cases full of books, and a nice open work area. We work at home and enjoy the benefits of the clean environment, beautiful patio, well equipped kitchen, comfortable chairs and other amenities. (Note: Two cats also work and play here, so those with allergies be advised.)
We’re alternative in many ways and accepting of folks regardless of race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion and more. We expect those working with us to be similarly accepting of diversity.
Compensation:
While the position is not paid, candidates will get experience for their résumés and letters of recommendations as requested (under the name FFP, if preferred). There is a possibility of future paid work for the right person(s). In addition, interns will have access to the staff-level memberships on the site and the chance to read (usually before anyone else) fantastic erotic fiction.
To apply:
Send cover letter and resume to: admin [at] fantasticfictionpub [dot] com
