Literary Assistant/Junior Agent

We are looking for a dynamic graduate or undergraduate willing to go the extra mile, for a hands-on training and work experience programme.

The successful candidate will assist an agent/writer in his weekly duties and gain invaluable insight into the worlds of publishing, literary agencies and writing. This is a perfect opportunity for would-be writers, publishing professionals or journalists.

Work will include: helping to organise and run creative writing workshops with an established writer and agent; making editorial suggestions to manuscripts; writing and distributing promotional materials; liaising with press, media and publishing contacts; writing articles; assisting in the development of creative writing course exercises and programmes; organising workloads and assisting with general admin.

Hours of work are flexible and reasonable expenses will be paid. There will also be a small amount of compensation for hours worked, although this is primarily a work experience role. Payment may increase in future and we will assist any successful candidate in applying for Arts Council funding for the duration of their apprenticeship. After a 3-month trial period, the candidate may be taken on permanently. The candidate will also get exclusive opportunities to write for a range of magazines and newspapers, to attend press trips and promotional launches, to make important industry contacts and to build the necessary skillset to establish a successful career in the arts, media and/or publishing.

Contact: adam@adam-lowe.com