The Huntington

Title: Senior Editor Location: San Marino USA Job Description: time type Full time job requisition id R0001330 About Us At The Huntington, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to support and promote the appreciation of the humanities, the arts, and botanical science. The Huntington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. The Huntington Founded in 1919, The Huntington is a collections-based research and educational institution open to the public, housing world-class library, art, and botanical collections. Its mission is to support research and promote education in the arts, humanities, and botanical science and to display and interpret its extraordinary resources for diverse audiences. The Culture Here we are committed to the highest of standards in all that we do – from preserving and protecting the collections, to exhibitions, educational and scholarly programming, visitor and reader services, and beyond. Achieving excellence across these pursuits requires a diversity of perspectives, expertise, experience, and methodologies. At The Huntington, our organizational Culture is shaped by the following core values: Intellectual curiosity, Collaboration, Stewardship, Belonging, and Integrity. - Intellectual Curiosity: Knowledge, lifelong learning, and a spirit of inquiry are at the core of our mission and organizational culture. - Collaboration: Teamwork and a collaborative attitude are important at all levels of The Huntington. We foster relationships internally among our departments and externally with organizations throughout the community. - Stewardship: We are committed to the care and development of our collections, our financial and physical resources, our staff, and our community. - Belonging: We strive to attract and maintain a workforce of individuals with diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives. Our organizational culture promotes a sense of welcome, inclusion, and connection. - Integrity: We value respect and honesty, working to fulfill our mission with honor and ethical principles. Job Description About the Role Working under the supervision of the Director of News and Media Relations, the Senior Editor energetically and creatively oversees copyediting and proofreading for the institution’s Office of Communications and Marketing. The position requires meticulous editorial sensibility, top-level writing skills, and excellent organizational skills. The Senior Editor copy edits and proofs institutional newsletters, news releases, announcements, feature stories, web content, marketing copy, and a variety of other materials on tight deadlines. The Senior Editor also serves as the project manager and editor for online content and print publications as assigned. The Senior Editor demonstrates a background of working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible approach. In addition, the Senior Editor must be an excellent team player with a high degree of integrity and curiosity as well as a willingness to share knowledge and skills with colleagues.  This is a limited-term position, budgeted for one year. Essential Duties: - Editor: Serves as a deadline-oriented copy editor and proofreader, organizing and managing the content flow of a variety of materials circulating through the Office of Communications and Marketing. Works collegially to coach writers. Collaborates closely with other members of the Communications and Marketing team as well as colleagues across the institution. Provides quality control of publications and products through editing, proofreading, and fact-checking. - Web and Digital Content Editing and Training: Leads the editorial review of institutional web and digital content, ensuring alignment with The Huntington’s brand, editorial standards, and accessibility guidelines. Provides training and guidance for decentralized content contributors across the institution, with an emphasis on best practices for event listings and other frequently updated sections. Develops and maintains a comprehensive digital content guide that incorporates The Huntington’s editorial style adapted for web use and accessibility standards. Serves as the final editorial reviewer and approver for web content submitted for publication. Assists in editing digital and social media content, including captions and video transcripts, as needed. - Project Manager: Oversees editorial content, copy editing, and ensuring timely publication. Provides regular status updates. Works in collaboration with writers, graphic designers, freelancers, and others to produce high-quality copy on deadlines. Manages the workflow of multiple freelance copy editors and proofreaders, overseeing assignments and deadlines, and ensuring quality control. Contributes to project reports. - Style Guide Manager: Regularly updates the institution’s style guide and informs key stakeholders of changes; oversees the proper use of Huntington style, ensuring continuity within and among the institution’s online and printed materials; trains contributors to the institution’s webpages on all aspects of Huntington style as well as guidance on how to produce clear and concise copy. - Writer: Serves as a backup writer for Communications and Marketing, drafting high-quality copy on deadline. - Other duties as assigned. Candidate Requirements and Experience Knowledge, skills, and abilities: - Must possess a keen eye for detail, grammar, style, and clarity, ensuring that all content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with the institution’s brand, style, voice, and standards. - Must have extensive knowledge of Associated Press style. Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style a plus. - Must have an excellent track record of producing high-quality editorial material on tight deadlines. - Must have well-honed interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with writers and collaborate successfully with other colleagues in Communications and Marketing and across The Huntington. - Must have experience providing oversight to writers and content producers and the ability to provide constructive feedback. - Must have the organizational skills to manage the workflow of multiple freelance copy editors and proofreaders, overseeing their assignments and deadlines while ensuring quality control. - Must have a strong project management background with a proven track record for publication management. - Must possess the ability to efficiently manage time, navigating competing demands and clearly communicating and properly prioritizing deadlines. - Must have ability to write and edit quickly with exemplary attention to detail while supporting brand integrity, voice, and mission. - Must have worked in a deadline-oriented capacity and be able to coordinate work on several projects at once. - Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and related copyediting software. Must be able to edit pdfs and directly online. Education and Experience: - Five to seven years’ experience in editing and writing for cultural organizations, museums, universities, and/or news outlets. - These skills and abilities are usually acquired through the completion of a B.A. degree, preferably in English, journalism, or equivalent coursework. Demonstrated ability and job experience may provide an appropriate substitute for the preferred degree. Working Conditions Normal office environment. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Compensation & Benefits We provide competitive compensation, generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees including: - Pay Range: $85,000.00- $95,000.00. Commensurate on experience. - Medical, Dental, Vision - 403(b) retirement plan and matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match - Hybrid remote work schedule available for applicable positions - Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays - Discounts for staff in The Huntington Store and restaurants - Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions - Free passes each month to welcome family and friends to visit the grounds

Title: Paper Conservator Location: San Marino Job Description About Us At The Huntington, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to support and promote the appreciation of the humanities, the arts, and botanical science. The Huntington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. The Huntington Founded in 1919, The Huntington is a collections-based research and educational institution open to the public, housing world-class library, art, and botanical collections. Its mission is to support research and promote education in the arts, humanities, and botanical science and to display and interpret its extraordinary resources for diverse audiences. The Culture Here we are committed to the highest of standards in all that we do – from preserving and protecting the collections, to exhibitions, educational and scholarly programming, visitor and reader services, and beyond. Achieving excellence across these pursuits requires a diversity of perspectives, expertise, experience, and methodologies. At The Huntington, our organizational Culture is shaped by the following core values: Intellectual curiosity, Collaboration, Stewardship, Belonging, and Integrity. - Intellectual Curiosity: Knowledge, lifelong learning, and a spirit of inquiry are at the core of our mission and organizational culture. - Collaboration: Teamwork and a collaborative attitude are important at all levels of The Huntington. We foster relationships internally among our departments and externally with organizations throughout the community. - Stewardship: We are committed to the care and development of our collections, our financial and physical resources, our staff, and our community. - Belonging: We strive to attract and maintain a workforce of individuals with diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives. Our organizational culture promotes a sense of welcome, inclusion, and connection. - Integrity: We value respect and honesty, working to fulfill our mission with honor and ethical principles. Job Description About the Role The Paper Conservator is responsible for the physical care, preservation, and conservation treatment of manuscripts, photographs, and works of art on paper in the Library and Art collections. This position reports to the Dibner Senior Book and Paper Conservator and works closely with Library and Art Division staff across the institution in a team-oriented environment where collaboration and shared ideas are the norm. S/he/they will demonstrate a background of working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible approach. Essential Duties - Examines,analyzes,and performs both basic and complex paper conservation treatments on a broad range of paper-based materials including printed material, unbound manuscripts, photographs, works of art on paper, and parchment in accordance with AIC guidelines. - Provides full written and photographic documentation of treatments in accordance with AIC guidelines. Prepares condition assessments, conducts surveys, and provides other written reports as necessary. - Contributes to permanent and rotating exhibits including reviewing materials, making recommendations, and performing treatment. Reviews and prepares materials for incoming and outgoing loans. - Participates in preparing materials for digitization. - Working with other staff, develops and implements preservation and treatment strategies at the collection level. Participates in departmental activities such as emergency response and environmental control. - Keeps current on new developments in the field and participates in regional and national preservation activities as appropriate. Participates in educating staff, readers, and the wider public on matters related to conservation. - Assists in general organization, maintenance, and management of conservation laboratory. Researches and recommends laboratory equipment and supplies. - Works closely with supervisor and curatorial staff to set treatment priorities for paper materials. - Conducts or assists with workshops, seminars, and other training. May train and supervise interns. - Other duties as assigned. Candidate Requirements and Experience Knowledge, skills, and abilities: - Master’s degree from a graduate training program in conservation. - Thorough knowledge of conservation theory and practice, and materials science as it applies to paper-based materials. - Ability to perform complex conservation treatments both art and archival materials as demonstrated through a portfolio. - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Demonstrated computer and related technology skills. - Evidence of professional activity, most typically through membership and participation in AIC Preferred: - Professional experience in conservation of paper-based materials in an institutional setting highly preferred. - Demonstrated experience with exhibit or loan preparation including item examination, treatment, matting, framing, mounting, and evaluating transit needs. Compensation & Benefits We provide competitive compensation, generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees including: - Pay Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00. Commensurate on experience. - Medical, Dental, Vision - 403(b) retirement plan and matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match - Hybrid remote work schedule available for applicable positions - Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays - Discounts for staff in The Huntington Store and restaurants - Free admission to various museums and cultural institutions - Free passes each month to welcome family and friends to visit the grounds The Application Process Please submit a cover letter and CV/resume as a single PDF attachment. You will have the opportunity to submit additional documents on the “My Experience” section of the application.

Produce high-quality feature and narrative content, provide editorial support across communications projects, and collaborate with colleagues to identify stories and ensure timely delivery of communications products.