Best of the Net is an all-volunteer project stemming from our parent organization Sundress Publications. We are always looking for volunteers to join our team and carry on our mission of amplifying literary voices from across the Web.
Volunteer Poetry Coordinator
Description
The Volunteer Poetry Coordinator is responsible for the process of reading Best of the Net nominations for Poetry. They coordinate and recruit first round Poetry Readers and Assistant Poetry Coordinators throughout the year. They coordinate the reading cycle from mid-October to mid-January to determine finalists to send to the Poetry Judge. In addition, they help identify and recruit potential poetry judges for each cycle. On average, the Poetry Coordinator is expected to complete 5–10 hours of work per week between mid-October and mid-January, depending on the volume of nominations and other factors that might impact the reading schedule. There may be additional meetings throughout the year.
Qualifications
The Poetry Coordinator is expected to be familiar with a broad range of aesthetics and to have worked as a poetry editor or assistant poetry editor (or an equivalent position) for a literary journal or press previously. In addition, it is preferable if they have familiarity with Google Sheets and Discord (though these are not necessary).
How to Apply
Fill out the Google Form linked here and upload a CV and Cover Letter when asked.
Applications are due June 30th, 2026 and will be reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor.
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