Bellevue Literary Review

Poetry Editor (volunteer), Bellevue Literary Review Bellevue Literary Review ( BLR ) is an award-winning, independent literary magazine that features poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction that connect writers and readers in the most human of themes: health, healing, illness, and disease.   BLR is seeking a Poetry Editor . Please note that this is a volunteer position. BLR offers a modest yearly honorarium, and also helps promote editors’ writings with social media, newsletters, and events. BLR publishes two issues per year. The Poetry Editor’s job is to read and assess the poetry submissions and work with the poetry team (three Assistant Editors) to choose the final selections. The poetry team also works with authors to edit and polish their writing as needed.  BLR uses Submittable and receives ~2000 poetry submissions per year. A team of reviewers helps make the first cut, but the Poetry Editor is responsible for reviewing poetry submissions in a timely fashion on an ongoing basis, and ensuring that the poetry team remains on schedule with the production calendar. Candidates must have editing experience —either at a journal or in a teaching position. The Poetry Editor will facilitate open communication with the poetry team and the larger masthead. Strong communication skills, experience with time management and successful adherence to deadlines are therefore  a must. If you have working knowledge of how to organize a team and engage collaboratively within a team framework for editorial workflow, that is a plus.  BLR staff meetings occur 3-4 x per year (mostly online), but we are returning to in-person events and gatherings, so we will give preference to candidates in the NYC area . Poetry editorial meetings are held at the discretion of the poetry team. As a volunteer position , scheduling is flexible, but the Poetry Editor would be expected to put in the equivalent of 3-4 hours per week .  Editors are welcome to participate in BLR events–online or in-person readings, conversations, and author interviews—as well as our educational, social media, and outreach initiatives, but these are all optional.  BLR recognizes that BIPOC, marginalized, and other underrepresented identities face unique challenges when accessing and engaging with the medical humanities. The poetry team strives to promote and serve writers whose work broadens the field of poetic inquiry. We look forward to speaking with applicants whose literary aesthetic engages with this mission Application materials:  Cover letter and CV with two references. BLR contacts references only if the application advances. Please engage with a poem published within the last five years–either a poem that speaks to your literary aesthetic or one that stretches you–along with your thoughtful analysis. Length: 250-500 words.  Applications will be read on a rolling basis.

Part-time Editorial Assistant for Literary Magazine Bellevue Literary Review  ( BLR ) is a literary magazine that publishes creative writing at the intersection of healthcare and the arts.  BLR  is an established publication (>20 years), but recently incorporated as a nonprofit organization. As a newly energized startup,  BLR  is seeking a highly organized individual (part-time) to help manage daily operations. Job Description: BLR  is seeking a part-time assistant in the NYC area to provide administrative support to the Managing Editor and Chief Editor. The position requires strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, self-motivated work ethic, and facility with a variety of software and web-based applications. Responsibilities include: Managing orders and subscriptions Managing review process of submissions Monitoring email accounts Responding to customers Managing production calendar for journal Updating Wordpress website Basic video and image editing Assisting with events and promotion Assisting Managing Editor and Chief Editor as needed   Qualifications Experience with literary magazines, or comparable editorial/publishing projects Meticulous attention to detail Self-motivated with strong organizational skills Familiarity with Google Drive, Wordpress, social media Familiarity with basic image/video editing (Canva, Photoshop, iMovie) 3 references who can attest to work ethic   Helpful Familiarity with InDesign and Submittable Proofreading skills Marketing/publicity skills   Though we work mostly remotely, we are only looking for someone in the NYC area  because of periodic in-person events and meetings. BLR is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and equity in all realms of its operations. ~15 hours per week, flexibly organized $22 per hour

Bellevue Literary Review  is accepting applications for a P/T Development Manager (~12 hours/week, flexible). BLR is looking for a fundraising professional who is committed to supporting this arts-focused nonprofit to the next phase of its growth. As the Development Manager, you will work with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and other team members to raise essential funds from both individual and institutional sources to sustain the organization in the long and short terms. Collaboration, organization, and strategic thinking is key to success in this position. BLR is located in New York City, and is only seeking candidates in the NYC-area. While the majority of the job is remote/flexible, there will be in-person events and meetings.   Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Developing, coordinating, and executing BLR ’s fundraising efforts Researching and cultivating potential donors and sponsors—individual, corporate, foundations Maintaining ongoing communications with new and existing donors. Coordinating the development and distribution of BLR communications and fundraising materials including, but not limited to the website, annual appeal, event and marketing collateral and social media platforms. Overseeing donor acknowledgement and recognition process. Maintaining accurate donor records, including giving and stewardship history. Working with BLR staff on grant opportunities. The ideal candidate will have: A bachelor’s degree Experience in fundraising with emphasis on individual and institutional funders An understanding of fundraising strategy and approach A highly organized approach to task and project management Willingness to work collaboratively Flexibility to work occasional evening/weekends as needed (eg for events), though time will otherwise be flexible Excellent communication skills Facility with donor management programs (Little Green Light) and other relevant technology (Google documents, spreadsheets, email marketing programs) Appreciation for the mission and work of BLR   BLR is an equal-opportunity organization that values diversity. Salary $2000/month, (~12 hours/week, flexible). Location: NYC-area To apply, please submit resume and cover letter   discussing your relevant fundraising experience via this Google form.   Background: Bellevue Literary Review  ( www.BLReview.org ) is a dynamic literary arts organization with a >20-year track record. It publishes the first ever literary magazine to focus on health-related creative writing. BLR , once a part of a university, is now its own 501(c)(3) nonprofit. BLR is committed to seeking a diversity of voices from all communities and walks of life through offering a wide range of events at the intersection of the arts and the sciences. We publish two issues per year of our flagship, award-winning, journal and produce 8-10 public events per year (virtual and in-person). BLR engages our community of readers and writers by offering readings, book talks, interviews, newsletters, reading guides, book reviews, literary contests, author reviews, and an active social media presence. BLR recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. We are excited about this next chapter to reimagine our engagement with our donors and subscribers, and continue our mission of publishing emerging and established authors that probe the nuances of our lives both in illness and health.