Prose Reader Positions

Prose Reader

Prose readers get the first crack at all submissions in their specified genre, and are expected to review fiction and nonfiction (and hybrid) submissions regularly and consistently. Reviewing submissions includes voting, providing comments, and participating in occasional discussions about pieces on the bubble. (Est. commitment: 3.5 hrs/week.)

Before applying please familiarize yourself with the journal by visiting our About page, and perhaps also an issue or two.

APPLICATION WALKTHROUGH:

1. Adroit Statement (Required)

The Adroit Statement should explain your interest in becoming a Prose Reader at The Adroit Journal and describe how your past experiences—whether in writing, editing, or related fields—have prepared you for the role. Upload as a document (.doc, .docx, .pdf, etc.).

2. Writing Sample (Required)

Submit up to twenty pages of prose, double-spaced. If submitting multiple pieces, each should start on a new page. The sample should demonstrate your attention to craft, voice, character, and/or narrative structure. Upload as a document (.doc, .docx, .pdf, etc.).

3. Appreciation of Craft Essay (Required)

In about 500 words, reflect on a novel, short story collection, essay collection, or memoir published within the last three years that left an impression on you. Focus on specific elements like narrative voice, dialogue, character development, plot, or approach, and explain why it impacted you. Upload as a document (.doc, .docx, .pdf, etc.).

4. Resume/CV (Optional)

You may upload a resume or CV to provide additional context about your background, education, relevant experience, and skills. Upload as a document (.doc, .docx, .pdf, etc.).

A BRIEF NOTE ON ELIGIBILITY:

We are fully open to all readers and writers. At this time, for editorial roles, we are not open to editorial staff on the masthead of other internationally-staffed unaffiliated literary journals. Publications that consider solely campus work, or work with specific geographic eligibility requirements, do not apply to this restriction. Non-editorial roles are exempt from this proviso.

As we seek to fill open positions sooner rather than later, we consider applications on a rolling basis.

***Unless otherwise specified, all positions are volunteer and remote in nature & have a start-date of ASAP.***