Magazine Assistant

Student Advanced Level

Requisition IDreq37264 Working TitleMagazine Assistant Pay$17.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentOff Campus Work Study (454F) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeWork-Study StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date7/25/2026 Position Summary

Organization: Fusion Theatre Company

Location: 708 1st St NW Albuquerque, NM 87102

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST HAVE A WORK-STUDY AWARD

Help create the next issue of Horizon Review, a new local literature & fine arts magazine under the umbrella of the nonprofit organization, FUSION-a local professional theatre and cultural & arts hub. In this position, you will help with the production of the magazine, social media posts, submission review, and event planning. The position is designed as a mentorship, so extensive experience is not required, and training will be provided. However, experience in any of the areas listed below is appreciated. You will learn valuable skills through group workshops and individual work, such as Adobe InDesign, social media marketing, editing, typesetting, printing prep, etc.

Horizon Review's mission is to encapsulate local stories, elevate quality art, and educate the rising generation of creative professionals. We are committed to providing opportunities for talent to thrive in our community. We publish a print magazine annually, enriched by the talent of local artists and the professional assistance of UNM students and beginning professionals. We are dedicated to the pursuit of community building and recognition for local artists and professionals.

Responsibilities:

Prepare for the magazine launch in Spring 2027

Work individually (remote) on delegated tasks such as social media marketing, submission review, editing, design, and more

Create and submit reports

Design social media materials or magazine assets

Attend workshops and the required in-person hours for team meetings and coworking sessions

Help with various tasks related to the magazine as needed

This is a work study eligible position only, and potential candidates must apply through UNM Jobs.

Part-time work study hourly position (5-10 hours a week).

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Independent time management skills

Strong copywriting and proofreading skills

Willingness to work individually and as part of a group

Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively

Interest in learning about the roles and tasks related to the production of the magazine

Tech savvy

Preferred qualifications:

Previous experience in marketing, event planning, editing, or publishing

Previous experience with Microsoft Suite and Adobe InDesign

Strong knowledge of writing conventions and their effectiveness

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award. Applications without a cover letter are less likely to be considered for an interview.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.