About the role#
The Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship provides a learning environment for emerging professionals to gain hands-on experience in a scholarly publishing house. You will rotate through departments including Editorial, Rights and Contracts, Production, Marketing, Sales, and Finance. This role is designed to offer exposure to the full lifecycle of a book from initial proposal to final promotion. You will receive mentorship and training from experienced staff throughout your placement.
What you'll do#
- Shadow staff members across various departments to learn about scholarly publishing.
- Assist with manuscript evaluation, preparation, and the peer review process.
- Help with conference planning, production scheduling, proofreading, and cover coordination.
- Support marketing campaigns, author events, and social media engagement.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to departmental projects.
- Complete publishing tasks as assigned by your supervisors.
What you'll need#
- A demonstrated interest in publishing, books, communication, or creative industries.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and respect diverse perspectives.
- A commitment to enhancing your own awareness and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Enthusiasm for learning about scholarly book publishing and contributing to an equity-oriented organization.
- Experience in writing, editing, communications, or community engagement is beneficial.
- Familiarity with digital tools like Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and social media platforms.
- Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, this position is restricted to applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black, or a Person of Colour.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site at the UBC Press office.
- Commitment: Part-time, approximately 3 days per week for 24 weeks (500 hours total).
- Compensation: $27.85 per hour.
About The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia is a public research university based in Vancouver. Founded in 1908, it operates as a center for teaching and research. The institution maintains campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna. It employs over 25,000 people and focuses on areas like community engagement, sustainability, and student learning.
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