Editorial Intern (P/T, Paid)

VIZ Media•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

VIZ Media, the world leader in English-language manga, is seeking an Editorial Intern. Come join a team of dedicated storytellers and artists and learn how we publish your favorite manga! The Editorial Intern will assist VIZ Media’s Editorial Department, which edits and produces all of VIZ Media's graphic novels and tradebooks. The ideal candidate has prior writing/editing experience and an interest in a career in writing or editing.

Requirements

Strong command of English grammar and spelling (proofing/copy editing skills preferred)
Experience/Interest in media publishing, comics industry, and writing
General knowledge of manga/anime is preferred, but extensive knowledge is not needed
Japanese reading/writing ability is preferred but not required
Computer literacy (Mac systems preferred). Must have basic office computer skills, including using spreadsheets and databases, word processing, web browsing, etc.
All Interns Must: Be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate school program, OR have graduated within one year of the start of the internship
Be able to commute to our San Francisco office (94103)
Be legally eligible to work in the United States
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of the start of the internship

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of manga/anime is preferred, but extensive knowledge is not needed
Japanese reading/writing ability is preferred but not required
Mac systems preferred

Responsibilities

Copyedit manga proofs and scripts as a second reader
Conduct assigned editorial research
Create series style guides
Check printed books
Perform data entry and copying
Assist with packaging and shipping
Provide general Editorial support, including: creating PDFs, photocopying, filing, etc.
Create articles and reviews for Shonen Jump
In addition to these responsibilities, perform other activities as assigned