Editor and CEO

Australian Book Review seeks a new Editor and CEO

Australian Book Review seeks a new Editor and Chief Executive Officer to lead the country’s premier literary and cultural magazine.

Now in its seventh decade, ABR is an ambitious, resourceful organisation with deep roots in Australian cultural life and an international profile. The new Editor and CEO will lead a small, expert team, building on the magazine’s clear strengths in book reviews, political commentary, arts reviews, literary prizes and cultural philanthropy.

The successful candidate will be a successful arts leader and/or publishing professional with an ambitious editorial vision, a deep knowledge of Australian literature and the arts, and a strong appreciation of ABR and its unique place in Australian literary culture. Prior management and financial experience is necessary, and experience with cultural philanthropy and/or grant applications and arts funding is desirable.

See the ABR website for full details and a job description.

Closing date: 20 January 2025