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Editorial Intern
General Position Summary
To assist in the editing of a variety of gaming supplements and fiction novels.
Functions / Major Responsibilities
- Aid in the editing of Pathfinder Roleplaying Game accessories and fantasy/sci-fi/horror novels published for worldwide circulation.
- Take part in the editorial process of shepherding a project from concept to manuscript to printed publication.
- Participate in the creative process of developing new gaming products.
- Perform clerical duties necessary to support a publishing operation.
Job Scope
This job requires the intern to work with the Paizo staff to create and edit various publications, maintain the online presence of the company brands, and encourage knowledge and enjoyment of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game.
Supervisory Responsibility
This job will not require the supervision of employees.
Interpersonal Contacts
Contacts are made both inside and outside the organization. Internal contacts include the rest of the editorial team, the art team, web team, customer service, and Paizo management. External contacts include authors and related freelancers.
Specific Job Skills
- Mastery of the English language, including skill at writing and considerable grammatical knowledge.
- Familiarity with computers, including word processing software, e-mail, the internet, and related programs.
- Ability to remain alert and focused on repeated reading and editing assignments for hours at a time.
- Flexibility in learning house writing and editing styles.
- Skill at communicating and respectfully debating in a professional setting.
- A love of reading, especially fantasy, science fiction, and horror literature.
- A vibrant imagination.
Education and/or Experience
- Ongoing college education, preferably with a focus in English or related fields.
- Knowledge of and a passion for pen-and-paper roleplaying games.
Job Conditions
- Office located in Redmond, near Seattle, Washington—applicants must be local.
- A flexible 20-hour workweek in typical office working conditions.
- Job will require rapid adaptation to a large workload and the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Internship Benefits
- Unpaid position.
- College internship credit—to be organized by the intern.
- Free copies of newly released products.
- Experience editing for aggressive deadlines.
- Familiarity with the tools and software utilized in modern publishing and pen-and-paper game design.
- Hands-on knowledge of varied publishing tasks, from writing to distribution.
- Insight into the history of fantasy/science fiction and fantasy gaming.
- Printed name credit within a variety of publications.
To Apply
Provide the following in a single message to Wesley Schneider at wesley.schneider@paizo.com:
- A cover letter providing a brief introduction.
- A résumé including past jobs and any pertinent publishing, writing, or gaming experience.
- A writing sample (essay, research paper, personal writing, etc.) exceeding 1,000 words.
Warehouse Personnel
General Position Summary
Responsible for all operations related to fulfilling orders placed through the paizo.com web store.
Functions / Major Responsibilities
- Receiving all incoming product for the web store
- Packing and shipping all orders for the web store
- Organizing the warehouse
- Stocking the warehouse
- Checking the inventory levels for all items in the warehouse
- Cleaning and organizing the warehouse
- Performing other duties as needed
Job Scope
This job requires the employee to work with the other warehouse employees to keep the warehouse stocked with shipping materials, keep the warehouse organized and clean, maintain inventory levels for all products in the warehouse, and to check in and ship out all orders through paizo.com on a daily basis.
Supervisory Responsibility
This job will not require the supervision of employees.
Interpersonal Contacts
Contacts are made both inside and outside the organization. Internal contacts include the rest of the operations team, the Sales Manager, and Paizo management. External contacts include delivery drivers, UPS, and USPS personnel.
Specific Job Skills
- Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a high level of competence
- Must have the physical ability to move/lift 50 pounds and the ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Must have a moderate understanding of basic computer skills
- Must be methodical and have a high attention to detail
- Must be able to work in a team-centered environment, yet be able to finish tasks on your own
- Must have good organizational skills, ability to manage time effectively
- Must be able to multi-task and get up to date in a rapidly growing and changing entrepreneurial environment
- Must have ability to keep confidential information secret
- Must be self-motivated; Willingness to work hard and do whatever it takes to succeed in the job mandatory
Education and/or Experience
- 1-2 years experience working in a warehouse or mail order fulfillment position
- Four-year college degree a plus
Job Conditions
- Office located in Redmond, near Seattle, Washington—any relocation expenses are the responsibility of the applicant
- Normal warehouse working conditions
- Job will require rapid adaptation to the large workload and the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
Job Benefits
- Hourly pay at 40 hours per week
- Starting pay based on experience
- Fully paid medical plan for employee
- Generous vacation, sick leave, and personal days provided
- Annual bonuses based upon company performance
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