Artforum: Part-Time Articles Editor

Artforum: Part-Time Articles Editor

Artforum, the magazine of record for the contemporary art industry, is hiring a part-time Articles Editor to work 16 hours per week who is responsible for serving as a primary editor for columns and features across web and print. In addition to commissioning and editing short- and long-form content from staff and freelance contributors, the part-time Articles Editor will contribute to both the print magazine and web platforms (including columns, features, interviews, reviews, or other content) on a regular basis. 

Artforum values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite in our NYC office with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

Responsibilities include: 

• Assigning and editing features and columns across print and web 
• Identifying potential contributors and story ideas 
• Cultivating a network of contributing writers and artists 
• Regularly contributing editorial content to print and web
• Uploading web content to WordPress, using SEO best practices to draft titles, alt text, and SEO titles and descriptions. 
• Serving as an ambassador for the magazine at art world events, including press previews, openings, and art fairs. 

REQUIREMENTS

The part-time Articles Editor is expected to be an exemplary editor and writer, with demonstrable knowledge of art history and contemporary art. Finely-honed editorial instincts, a flair for diplomacy, clear communication skills, an appreciation for different writerly voices/modes, punctuality with deadlines, and an ability to multi-task are imperative.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Some formal training in art history 
• Four or more years of experience editing texts
• Some record of publications on contemporary art
• Proficiency with standard business software programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Zoom; if not familiar with publishing on WordPress, must be willing to learn
• Submission via the PMC careers portal of both a cover letter and résumé is required for consideration.

DUTIES

COMMISSIONING

• Contribute ideas and feedback in weekly meetings with the entire editorial team
• Regularly correspond with writers to commission pieces or field pitches, communicating on details such as scope, proposed argument, word count, deadline, and fee

EDITING

• Edit columns and features, with emphasis on improving the relevance, clarity, and incisiveness of the argument
• Collate and adjudicate additional proposed edits from the top editors, fact checkers, and copy editors
• Communicate and negotiate any proposed edits with the writers
• Upload web columns to WordPress, including gathering images/captions, writing alt-text descriptions, and following SEO best practices.

WRITING

• Contribute original content (including columns, features, reviews, and other content) to our print or web platforms on a regular basis as assigned and/or pitched

AMBASSADORSHIP

• Cultivate and maintain a network of freelance writers 
• Regularly attend press previews, art openings, fairs, and other events on behalf of the magazine

ADDITIONAL DUTIES, AS ASSIGNED

• Drafting copy for social media and newsletters

A good faith estimate of the salary is $38.47/hr. upon hire. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.

 At PMC, we believe working in a highly collaborative, office-first environment that fosters real-time communication, spontaneous idea sharing, and stronger interpersonal relationships that drive innovation and team cohesion.

 About ARTFORUM:

Artforum is the magazine of record for the contemporary art world, delivering the highest level of critical discourse to an international audience. Established in 1962, it has become an institution unto itself and has long served as the foremost tastemaker in the industry.

About PMC:    

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, TVLine, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby, and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, and Latin Music Week. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. PMC is committed to fostering a working environment that is inclusive and responsible, where we value a company culture built on all backgrounds, voices, and experiences. For more information on the company, please visit www.PMC.com