Editor Associate

Job Profile:

Creative Services Specialist 2

Job Family:

Creative Services

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$61,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Responsible for advancing the university's public image and reputation through routine media engagement and outreach activities to actively engage with media outlets, secure impactful coverage, and promote the university's stories, achievements, and expertise.

Job Description:

Position Salary Range:

• $56,000 - $61,000 per year, DOE

Job Description:

The Editor Associate for the Bilingual Press | Editorial Bilingüe supports all stages of the editorial and production process—from manuscript evaluation and editing through design, marketing, and distribution. This role requires a strong editorial eye, fluency in both English and Spanish, and a passion for Latino/a/x and bilingual publishing. The Editor Associate will collaborate closely with the Publisher and Managing Editor, the Bilingual Press | Editorial Bilingüe staff, student interns, authors, and institutional and community partners to help uphold the Press’s mission of promoting a wide array of linguistic and cultural experiences.

Essential Duties:

• Review and evaluate manuscript submissions (fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and scholarly works).

• Collaborate with authors during developmental, copyediting, and proofreading stages—ensuring bilingual consistency and stylistic quality.

• Prepare manuscripts for layout and production in accordance with house style.

• Manage editorial calendars, track project progress, and coordinate production deadlines.

• Draft catalog copy, author bios, metadata, and promotional materials in both English and Spanish.

• Maintain editorial documentation, style guides, and author correspondence.

• Assist with metadata entry, ISBN management, and distribution logistics.

• Support public-facing efforts, including social media content, author events, and press outreach.

• Collaborate with ASU partners, including the Hispanic Research Center, University Libraries, and others.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Spanish, Creative Writing, Publishing, Latino/a/x Studies, or a related field required.

• 1–3 years of experience in editorial or publishing work, preferably in a small or university press environment.

• Excellent command of written English and Spanish.

• Familiarity with bilingual or translation editing workflows.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and editing tools (Track Changes, Adobe Acrobat).

• Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style and familiarity with editorial best practices.

• Experience with layout and production software (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, or equivalent).

• Familiarity with book distribution systems and metadata management.

• Understanding of open-access and bilingual publishing models.

• Experience with event planning, marketing, or literary outreach (especially bilingual events).

• Experience working with students—such as supervising editorial interns, coordinating internship programs, or mentoring student assistants within an academic or publishing setting.

• Interest in contemporary Latino/a/x, Chicano/a/x, and bilingual literature.

• Experience with accounting, especially accounting for small businesses and financial auditing.

• Experience with translation between Spanish and English, especially literary translation.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse (75%)

• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.

• Regular use of standard office equipment, including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.

• Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.

• This position receives regular review of objectives.

Department Statement:

Bilingual Press | Editorial Bilingüe—housed within Arizona State University’s Hispanic Research Center—has been a leading independent literary and scholarly press specializing in bilingual (Spanish/English), Latino/a/x, and Chicano/a literatures and cultural studies. Founded in 1973, the Press is nationally recognized for its commitment to publishing a wide spectrum of voices and advancing bilingualism through literature. The press is currently expanding its publishing program, including open-access and community-based initiatives.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$21218.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

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Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.