ROMchip: A Journal of Game Histories is currently seeking an Editorial Assistant. The Editorial Assistant will work closely with the Managing Editor to execute all elements of the journal’s editorial process in a timely and professional manner.
Estimated workload is 5-8 hours per month, with the higher volume occurring during our publication schedule (June/July and November/December).
This is an unpaid, volunteer-based service role intended for a professional academic. As this is an unpaid role, a PhD in a related field and secured employment is preferred.
Job responsibilities include assisting the Managing Editor with the following tasks:
handling general correspondence with authors and reviewers
sending copy out for peer review and following up on reviewer timelines
processing copy through ROMchip’s online submission system, and between authors and our freelance copy editor
drafting social media posts based on provided templates
attending monthly Editorial Group meetings and updating the agenda
additional editorial tasks deemed appropriate by the Managing Editor
Submission Guidelines Please send your application to Henry Lowood [lowood@stanford.edu] as a single PDF with 3 sections:
A letter of intent outlining your interest and relevant experience (1 pg max)
CV
Name, affiliation, and email for two references
Material due by September 30, with interviews to follow in mid-late October. Anticipated start by late November/early December 2024; 6 month trial period to start.