Editorial Assistant @ Cafe Society Magazine

Editorial Assistant @ Cafe Society Magazine at Maxwell Cafe Society, a New York-based magazine spinning out of Maxwell Social, is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support writing, reporting, and editing of our daily content production across all editorial and social platforms. This is an exceptional opportunity for a sharp, highly literate early-career writer/editor looking for real responsibility and close mentorship in a magazine launch environment. The Editorial Assistant will report directly to the magazines EIC, an experienced senior editor with 15+ years at leading international publications. The Ideal Candidate Demonstrates excellent written English, with strong command of grammar, structure, tone, and style Has a background in writing, literature, journalism, and/or the humanities Is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing deadlines Is deeply curious about American and international culture, particularly the arts, entertainment, society, business, and tech worlds Has an editorially sensibility aligned with cultural journalism, NOT with marketing copy Key Responsibilities Write and report approximately 5 original articles per month Maintain and update the editorial calendar Manage content deadlines and internal editorial work flows Coordinate with PR contacts following initial outreach by EIC Assit with copy editing and fact checking Write daily linked in posts in the magazine/its founder’s voice This role offers meaningful bylines, hands-on editorial experience, and direct exposure to how a modern cultural magazine is built from the ground up. To apply, please submit a minimum of three original writing samples along with a CV or Resume. More info on Maxwell: https://www.elledecor.com/life-culture/a43805990/maxwell-social-club/ https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/04/17/new-yorks-diy-private-club https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/tommy-hilfiger-sza-brunch