Assistant, VOLUME 0

VOLUME 0 is a new lit mag we launched last year that publishes visceral short stories with edgy and taboo themes. (See more at .) We're looking for a highly driven assistant to join our small team and help build our brand and readership. This is a cross-functional role that includes editorial, marketing, and operations work. The position reports to the Manager of VOLUME 0.What You'll Do:Editorial and ContentMaintain story and content pipelines.Request and file story files from publishers.Read and recommend stories for the magazine.Identify potential contributors and stories.Editorial OperationsMaintain industry mailing lists and facilitate mailings of issues.Proofread individual stories and full issues.QA digital and physical proofs of the magazine and related products.MarketingMaintain the website and create website content.Monitor and maintain distribution calendar.Operate email marketing program.Help execute initiatives to build brand awareness and gain subscribers.Work on social media feeds if appropriate.Help organize and staff relevant parties and events.OperationsMaintain Volume 0 customer service email, clearing any issues daily and properly escalating any complex requests.Maintain subscriber tracker and facilitate fulfillment.Other ResponsibilitiesServe as Assistant to the Manager and help with correspondence, scheduling and other tasks as requested.Assist with other processes and tasks as needed or requested.About You0-3 years of some type of experienceHighly motivated, practical person who gets things done quicklyDemonstrated writing/editing abilitiesStrong problem solving abilities and reasonable math skillsReasonable math skillsGood literary and cultural taste, particularly the download independent sceneUnderstanding of and enthusiasm for the VOLUME 0 brand and collected works

Created: 2025-03-03