Publishing Assistant

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. Support the Editor-in-Chief with creation, publication, and promotion of the quarterly magazine .

Posted 9/30/2026contractRemote • PhilippinesMid-LevelSenior💰 A$1,600 - A$1,800 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management and organizational skills to effectively coordinate editorial processes, manage multiple deadlines, and communicate with contributors. Proficient in using digital tools for content creation, publishing, and social media promotion within the publishing and creative industries.

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Project CoordinationEditorial ManagementContent AdministrationStrong Written And Verbal CommunicationExperience With WordPress

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Hard Skills

Editorial CoordinationContent AdministrationProject ManagementAttention To DetailEmail Marketing CampaignsDigital PublishingE-Commerce ManagementSocial Media PromotionImage SourcingContract Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsTime ManagementProactive ApproachDiscretion And TactAbility To Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWordPressCanvaPhotoshopOneNote

Industry Keywords

PublishingEditorialCreative IndustriesArtsMedia

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Editor-in-Chief with creation, publication, and promotion of the quarterly magazine
Follow up on editorial offers, outstanding responses, contributors, and stakeholders
Confirm participating artists and coordinate contracts and signed documentation
Obtain high-resolution images and artwork/product information by deadlines
Create and maintain the magazine Design Checklist and publishing documentation
Coordinate writers’ copy, exhibition lists, editorial submissions, approvals, editing, proofing, and implementation of required edits
Communicate with contributors throughout the publishing process
Assist with opening magazine pre-orders
Create and update website products, banners, menus, store pages, and homepage content
Review and schedule email campaigns
Create and coordinate social media promotions using existing templates
Coordinate promotional materials with contributing artists
Maintain accurate product inventory
Prepare and publish social media announcements, blog content, and the Editor’s Note blog
Upload digital magazine editions to library and digital publishing platforms
Update email banners and distribute internal communications
Notify customers when magazines ship and assist with subscription renewal communications
Assist with annual art prize administration and draft art prize blog content
Track outstanding tasks and deadlines and provide general administrative and operational support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Philippines-based candidate
Previous experience in publishing, editorial coordination, content administration, project coordination, or a similar role
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to confidently follow up with contributors and stakeholders to keep projects on schedule
Strong prioritisation and time management skills
Proactive approach with the ability to work independently
Discretion and tact when handling contributor, customer, and business information
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other standard office software
Experience working with WordPress
Experience using Canva
Familiarity with Photoshop
Experience using OneNote or similar documentation and organisation tools
Ability to provide and maintain suitable hardware and software for remote work
Must disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
Must reflect this engagement on LinkedIn, clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”
Nice to have: experience within publishing, media, arts, culture, or creative industries
Nice to have: experience coordinating editorial or magazine production workflows
Nice to have: experience working with artists, writers, designers, or other creative contributors
Nice to have: experience with e-commerce websites and online product management
Nice to have: experience coordinating email marketing campaigns
Nice to have: familiarity with social media content and promotional campaigns
Nice to have: experience with digital publishing or online magazine platforms
Nice to have: experience supporting events, competitions, awards, or creative programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work from home
Flexible time management as an independent contractor
Engagement as an independent contractor
AU business-hours collaboration schedule (approximately 9 AM–5 PM, Monday to Friday)