Role: Editorial Assistant
Company: Saffronart/StoryLTD
Work experience: 2-3 years
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Mumbai
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Opening: Editorial Assistant
Saffronart, Mumbai's leading art auction house, along with its sister platform StoryLTD, is seeking a bright, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant with 23 years of professional writing experience. This role supports the editorial team across a range of writing, research, and administrative functions, contributing to both day-to-day operations and key projects. The ideal candidate will have an excellent command of English, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. A background in art is highly desirable. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Write, update, and maintain artist profiles for the website, including managing the associated database
- Provide editorial support for art and jewellery catalogues, including research and image licensing
- Regularly contribute to and update the blog with content promoting upcoming auctions, exhibitions, webinars, and events
- Coordinate with internal teams on editorial requirements such as newsletters, mailers, homepage content, cataloguing, and research-based text for Saffronart and StoryLTD
- Assist with PR-related activities, including drafting press releases and liaising with the media when required
- Create and edit content for social media and marketing campaigns in close collaboration with the marketing team
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Mass Communication, or Creative Writing
- Excellent written and spoken English, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Prior experience in a content, editorial, or journalistic role
- Ability to write clearly and concisely while adhering to the organisation's style, tone, and voice
- Strong multitasking skills and the ability to work independently once assigned a project
- Background in or working knowledge of Indian art preferred
- Basic understanding of SEO is an advantage
How to Apply
Please send your updated resume, 23 writing samples, and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role.
