Editorial Assistant

About Floating Opera Press:
Floating Opera Press is a Detroit- and Berlin-based occasional imprint started by Aaron Bogart, publishing contemporary criticism and artists’ books. In 2021, Floating Opera Press started publishing the Critic’s Essay Series. Comprising long-form essays, the series gives voice to critics who offer thought-provoking ways in which to subvert or replace normative modes of discussing culture and the world beyond.

Key Tasks as Editorial Assistant:
Proofreading texts such as manuscripts, artist books and exhibition catalogues
Creating posts for social media
Ensuring orders are processed with our warehouse
Representing the imprint at book fairs
Liaising with writers, booksellers, editors
Image research for upcoming books
Assisting with PR and outreach
Handling invoices

Ideal Candidate:
Native or fluent English speaker
Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style
Some editorial or publishing experience
An eye for social media and some experience with it
Awareness of the literary landscape, figures and trends
Enrolled in or graduated from studies such as literature, art history, philosophy, critical studies, anthropology, languages, history, etc.
Experience with Google Workspace

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not tick all the above boxes.

The position is 15 € per hour, 12 hours per week, flexible working hours.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter in English to info@floatingoperapress.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with the position starting on 1 April 2026.