Job Opportunities

By Ellie Slaney, Joanne Fu and Hannah Majid

Desk Editor at Edward Elgar Publishing

Closing Date: 31 March 2025

Salary: £27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Surrey

Are you an editorial assistant looking to progress? Do you want to work for an award-winning, international, independent publisher? Edward Elgar Publishing, located in Camberley, Surrey, are looking for a Desk Editor to join their busy editorial team in a full-time position, working thirty-five hours a week.

As Desk Editor you will manage projects from manuscript to final pdf, playing an integral role in the editorial team. You will liaise with editors, production and editorial staff, suppliers and freelancers to ensure the smooth management of projects. This role will require you to be highly careful and methodical in your work as well as flexible and adaptable, willing to take on responsibilities.

It is essential that the successful candidate has excellent communication, organisational and digital skills in order to take on and manage the workload effectively and smoothly. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Adobe is also essential along with thorough knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop. Understanding of XML would also be advantageous, however this is not essential. The successful candidate will show eagerness and enthusiasm to learn and develop this skillset throughout their role.

Edward Elgar Publishing put the wellbeing of staff first by fostering a flexible, supportive and encouraging work culture. They encourage applications from all sections of the community, aligning with their drive for equality of opportunity in the industry and creating a diverse working environment where people can thrive.

A detailed job description is available upon request from the company. For more information and how to contact Edward Elgar Publishing, click here. 

PR Trainee at Midas PR

Closing Date: 17 March 2025 

Salary: London Living Wage 

Location: London

Midas PR has the opportunity for trainees to join their close-knit team and dive into the world of PR. From clients such as Penguin Random House to the London Book Fair, the opportunities at Midas PR are endless!

You won’t just be shadowing behind the scenes – you’ll be able to get stuck in every area! Key responsibilities include writing press releases and pitches, supporting clients for media interviews and attending launch events, so you must be a team player. You’ll meet people from every walk of life, from influencers to journalists, so excellent communication skills are necessary. 

The successful candidate will have a can-do attitude, demonstrating their passion for books, arts, culture and entertainment. Your passion for social media and digital marketing must shine through, as trainees will build influencer lists and analyse media coverage. Working in PR is no easy feat, so you must be able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. An eye for detail is crucial to understanding the media landscape and knowing how to create headlines.

So, if you’re interested in all things books, arts and culture, visit the website to apply!

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Multi Department Scheme (BAME) 2025 at The Guardian

Closing Date: 30th March 2025

Salary: Unpaid

Location: London

Are you part of an ethnic minority group wanting to learn about journalism but don’t know where or how to start? Eager to experience a range of departments alongside exceptional journalists? The Guardian continues their Positive Action Scheme in the summer of 2025.

At their London office, journalist hopefuls with Black, Asian and/or Minority Ethnic backgrounds will closely shadow multiple editorial departments across two initial weeks over the months of July and August. Choice departments include Features, Saturday Magazine, Culture, Books, etc. The successful candidates will secure first-hand experience in The Guardian’s work environment, from assisting editors with research and receiving feedback in return to shadowing experienced journalists that mentor you throughout your work experience. You will gain an understanding of the journalistic and editorial styles of different departments and have the opportunity to pitch ideas.

Additionally, candidates will be offered a chance to return once the two weeks are over (with flexible dates depending on availability) and spend a week at their department of choice.

In order to be eligible for the scheme, candidates must be at least eighteen, have the right to work or train in the UK and must not have significant experience in the field or enrolled in other placements. You must also provide evidence of your enthusiasm for the sector, for example, having original work published or an active blog. For more details and how to apply, follow the link.