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We are currently looking only for volunteers. More updates as the magazine evolves.
We are looking for a fiction editor to:
- Read fiction submissions during reading periods
- Write evaluations and discuss longlisted pieces with the editorial team to select 5-6 stories to publish per issue
- Attend editorial meetings (online, 3 times per year)
- Edit selected submissions to a high standard and support authors throughout the publication process
- Work closely with our audio, marketing, and first reader teams to coordinate the publication of quarterly issues of the magazine
- Participate in leadership discussions and/or represent khōréō at events online or in-person (as needed)
Weekly commitments vary based on publication schedule, with 10-20h/week being typical during submission periods and 3-5h/week during the remaining time. We publish four issues a year, with reading periods in March, July, and November. All meetings are conducted online and kept to a minimum, but we require consistent asynchronous contact to ensure a smooth and successful publication cycle every quarter.
Please note that khōréō is a volunteer-run organization; this is an unpaid position.
To apply, please submit the following to eic@khoreomag.com:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing your interest in khōréō, relevant experience, and editing philosophy
- A short commentary on three short stories that you would’ve loved to buy if they’d been submitted to khōréō, including why you chose them and what editorial suggestions you’d make (one paragraph per short story will be sufficient)
This is a leadership position at the magazine. As such, we are primarily interested in individuals who identify as immigrants or members of a diaspora for this position. We especially encourage BIPOC to apply.
Applications will close 15 June 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview to discuss next steps.
We are looking for First Readers who are excited about speculative fiction that pushes the boundaries of the genre and brings new voices to the table!
First Readers are key members of our fiction team; they read all submissions and provide their input on which ones might be good fits for khōréō. We’re looking for folks who will be available for a few hours a week three times a year; you will read approximately 25 stories per submission cycle. While we welcome readers of all backgrounds to apply, we are particularly interested in volunteers who themselves identify as immigrants or members of a diaspora, and/or with multilingual and translation skills.
To apply:
Please submit this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_QATw5qWxceBjgEEZGlEvkSINBMRmvu59W5Rl6t1yyg/
Applications are considered on a rolling basis.
Please send any questions to eic@khoreomag.com.