RIVER RAM PRESS
A Publishing Boutique
Interested in Being
Part of the River Ram Press Team?
We have started to take applications for those interested in volunteering their time to expand our company and exercise their personal publishing skills. During your time with us, you will be able to work proudly with a team of motivated publishers who are ready to maintain steady growth towards the future of our publishing boutique. With many opportunities available to gain experience, such as becoming an intern or a member of our editorial staff, we are looking for dedicated, motivated and ambitious individuals. If you believe in our ambitions to inspire writers and inspire readers, get in touch!
Please note that at the moment, we do not have any paid positions available.
General Volunteer Information
We at River Ram Press are very keen to work with our interns on your specific interests within the publishing field. We wish to encourage you in your education and open opportunities that will allow you to gain the experiences you need to put yourself on the right path to your ideal publishing career.
While we aim to assist you, you must also be aware that there will be certain tasks connected to your role here with RRP and these must be completed to receive credit or recommendation from our organization.
You must also understand that this role might shift as our organization grows, and your specific tasks for the organization might change depending upon where we need your professional assistance.
Job Related Skills:
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Flexible, Efficient and Organized
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Attention to Detail
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Computer-Literate
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Editorial Skills
(Proofreading, Copy-Editing, etc) -
Time Management and Self Management Skills
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Design Skills - Adobe Creative Suite
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Fundraising
(Grant Proposal / Writing) -
Academic / Creative Writing Background
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Social Media Relations
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Marketing / PR
With your application, please attach your resume (CV) and a writing sample that is between 500 - 1,500 w0rds.
At the moment we are offering 2 week and 1 month long internships. Please state to which you are interested on your application.
Write Articles for the RRP Blog
Are you a writer looking to expand your portfolio and resume? Do you enjoy writing about books, writing, publishing and other topics in the literary field? Take the time to visit our blog and see if you have what it takes to write for River Ram Press.
Editorial Team
As a member of our editorial team, you must be a confident team player. You will be expected to communicate with the author as you work through their manuscript. If you have a strong background in editing and are looking for a place to expand those skills, please get in touch.
You will be expected to select marketable manuscripts that fit into our mission. You will follow this manuscript through the copy-editing and proofreading stages.
We are also looking for those who have specific proofreading skills to focus on the last stages of production.
Job Related Skills:
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Flexible, Efficient and Organized
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Attention to Detail
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Computer-Literate
-
Editorial Skills
(Proofreading, Copy-Editing, etc) -
Time Management and Self Management Skills
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Academic / Creative Writing Background
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Communication Skills
With your application, please attach your resume and a writing sample that is between 500 - 1,500 w0rds. Also, please expect to be tested on your editorial skills during your application process.
We are looking for dedicated individuals to build this company. Those who have the skills, or those who want to develop their skills, are invited to apply for a position with us at River Ram Press.
Currently, we are actively looking for volunteers who wish to work with us on the following:
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Marketing
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Fundraising (Grants, etc.)
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Editorial
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Web Development
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Animation / Video Production
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Graphic Design
Do not hesitate to approach us with your questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
