Atlantis, founded in 1971, is UNCW’s student-run literary arts magazine and a registered student organization. The magazine publishes two print issues and one online edition per year.

The training for this position begins this semester (Spring 2026), and the positions themselves start summer 2026 with stipends starting in the fall. This position is renewable. Atlantis is currently hiring for the nonfiction, art, copy, and layout editors. You can apply for multiple positions. 

General Qualifications

· Currently enrolled as a UNCW student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 

· Good writing and communication skills

· Ability to work well in groups

· Committed to attending weekly meetings, release parties, and other Atlantis events.

· Experience with Submittable, Google Drive, and Microsoft Word (Track Changes) is preferred but not required

Below is a list of some of the specific qualifications for each position! Check our organization's constitution on WaveLink if you would like more detail than what is provided below, or reach out to the editor in chief, Dalin Klebanow, at either atlantismagazinebackup@gmail.com or drk1639@uncw.edu

Nonfiction Editor

The nonfiction editor for Atlantis is one of 10 executive staff members responsible for bringing life to the magazine. The nonfiction editor reads and evaluates all the nonfiction pieces submitted to Atlantis, chooses those to be published, and assists the contributing writers with any necessary revisions. 

Description 

· Reviews all creative nonfiction submissions for each issue 

· Selects creative nonfiction for print and online publication 

· Leads the nonfiction committee 

· Conducts meetings with the nonfiction committee to determine selections 

· Works with authors to developmentally edit selections before publication 

· Organizes one Atlantis event per academic year 

· Actively participates in Atlantis events and meetings 

Qualifications 

· Knowledge of the craft of creative nonfiction writing 

· Experience with workshopping and developmental editing 

· Good writing and communication skills 

· Ability to work well in groups 

· Experience with Submittable and Microsoft Word (Track Changes) is preferred but not required

Art Editor

The art editor for Atlantis is one of 10 executive staff members responsible for bringing life to the magazine. The art editor evaluates all the art pieces submitted to Atlantis, chooses those to be published, and assists the contributing artists with any necessary revisions. 

Responsibilities 

· Reviews all art submissions for each issue 

· Selects art pieces for print and online publication 

· Works with art submitters to resubmit higher quality photos if necessary 

· Works with art submitters to confirm titles and mediums if necessary 

· Actively participates in Atlantis events and meetings 

Required Skills 

· Knowledge of the creation, quality, and craftsmanship of art 

· Art background and experience 

· Good communication skills 

· Ability to work well in groups 

· Preferred but not required: Experience with Submittable

Layout Editor

The layout editor for Atlantis is one of 10 executive staff members responsible for bringing life to the magazine. The layout editor uses the chosen images and prose to create the interior of the magazine as well as selects a cover from the batch of art and photography. The layout editor also helps create graphics for the marketing manager when needed. 

Description 

· Using the Adobe Suite, mainly InDesign, to create the magazine 

· Working closely with other editors to make appropriate spreads for writing 

· Meeting magazine deadlines set by Editor-in-Chief 

· Attend regular meetings 

Qualifications 

· Good writing and communication skills 

· Experience with Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign 

· Ability to work well in groups 

Copy Editor

The copy editor for Atlantis is one of 10 executive staff members responsible for bringing life to the magazine. The copy editor reads and evaluates all the written work submitted to Atlantis, corrects grammar and punctuation, and assists the contributing writers with any necessary revisions.

Required skills

· Skilled in precise writing and grammar.

· Excellent self-organization and record-keeping.

· Excellent written and oral communication.

· Relevant prior experience is highly desired but not required. 

Responsibilities

· Edits all written submission to be published in each issue of Atlantis for grammar and style. 

· Reviews and edits all written submissions prior to the magazine’s layout, and contacts contributors, as needed, to discuss and approve changes.

· Sends revisions to all contributors for approval/disapproval in a timely fashion and maintains related records. 

· Attends all meetings of the editorial board and serves as a contributing member in determining content, policies, and strategies.

· Manages correspondence in a timely and efficient manner.

If you have any questions, please email me (Dalin Klebanow, editor in chief of Atlantis) at either atlantismagazinebackup@gmail.com or drk1639@uncw.edu