Features Editor - Historical Society of Michigan
Posted on 4/14/24
The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM) seeks a qualified individual to serve as Features Editor.
The Features Editor, working under the direction of the Editor in Chief, performs a variety of editing, writing, research, and support duties to aid in the publication of materials. This position also helps handle author communications, copyediting articles and preparing them for publication, photo acquisition, working with freelance graphic artists, and administrative tasks.
The position will also perform general editorial department responsibilities and other duties as assigned. Occasional travel within Michigan with an HSM vehicle may be required.
About the Historical Society of Michigan: The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM), the state’s oldest cultural organization, helps connect Michigan’s past to students, educators, historical organizations, and the public through educational programs, conferences, publications, awards, workshops, referral services, networking opportunities, and support for local history organizations. HSM is the publisher of Michigan History magazine, Chronicle magazine, The Michigan Historical Review academic journal, the Historic Michigan Travel Guide, and other publications.
Established in 1828, the Historical Society of Michigan is a member-supported educational
501(c)3 nonprofit organization. HSM is not collection-based and does not operate the state museum or archives housed at the Michigan History Center in downtown Lansing. The Center is a part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Job Duties:
Reports to: Editor in Chief, HSM Publications
Location: This is an in-person position at HSM’s offices in Lansing with no remote work availability.
Salary: $35-37,000 per year based on experience and includes health insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, vacation, and other benefits.
Minimum Qualifications:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities.
To apply please email a cover letter and resume to resume@hsmichigan.org. The position will remain open until filled.