Editor Sought for 100-page Report

This ad seeks an editor for a 100-page report "on the foods that used to be a medium of exchange (money) in the past." Among other things, the report contains Islamic religious material, including sections on usury from an Islamic standpoint.

If interested in this job, continue reading here.

Call for Writers, Editors, Translators, Transcribers, and Others

MuslimMatters.org is seeking writers, copy-editors, translators, transcribers, and others to join its team.

Read more about the requirements for these positions and application process here.

Editor Needed

This is another vague Craigslist ad stating a need for a "full edit on my project related to middle east in creative writing." Like yesterday's ad, there is no indication about the theme of the text, but there is a possibility it may involve Islam or Muslims in some way.

If interested in this opportunity, contact the author of the ad.

Skilled Editor Needed for Story on Afghanistan

This Craigslist Ad seeks a "skilled editor" for a story on Afghanistan. It is not clear from the ad what type of story it is.

Job Opening: Editor and Program Coordinator for the Amana Media Initiative

AMAN (The Asian Muslim Action Network) is currently seeking an editor and program coordinator for the Amana Media Initiative. The person chosen for this position will:

• Gather news content and provide news services
• Produce biweekly News Online mailing, quarterly Amana Magazine, and manage the AMANA website 
• Promote Amana both internally and externally 
• Prepare and submit funding proposals and manage the budget 
• Publish a comprehensive a reference guide for reporting on Asian Islamic issues 
• Organise, develop and deliver media skills training 
• Assess potential to broadcast news through radio and television networks 
• Continue development of information resources, including knowledge database 
• Coordinate translation and distribution of Amana Magazine and other news content in cooperation with country coordinators in Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan and Thailand 

Please see this ad at Idealist.org for more information.

Editing for Charity

This April, I am donating five hours of editing work to a charitable project that will help two needy families.

Read more about this project here.

Arabic Editor Needed

A N.Y.-based bilingual Arab American community newspaper seeks a freelance Arabic editor.

Click here to learn more about this job.

Senior Copy Editors for The National

The National, the new English-language newspaper based in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is seeking two senior copy editors for an "Arabian adventure."

Read more about this opportunity here.

By the way, this is one of my favorite newspapers as it covers a wide variety of topics and perspectives in an interesting manner.

Copy Editor for Dubai-based Publishing House

According to this ad:

A Dubai-based company seeks a sub editor/copy editor for TRENDS magazine, a well-respected monthly publication covering business and politics in the Middle East.

Mediaquest Group has provided unique insights into the Arab world through a diverse range of media for nearly two decades.

Salary: AED 12,000.00 per month (equivalent to approximately USD 30,000.00 - USD 35,000.00 per year, dependant on relevant experience), including residency visa and medical insurance.

Read more about this opportunity here.

Editor-in-Chief Position at Elan Magazine

Elan Magazine is seeking a new Editor-in-Chief. See this ad for details on the position.

Also: The magazine's website has posted Guidelines for Writers. Previously, this magazine was listed as a high-paying market ($500-$800 per article).

If you've written for this magazine, please share your experiences in a comment.

Website Producer Needed for Muslim Festival

Asia Society seeks a Website Producer to provide services on a freelance project basis to oversee the website for Muslim Voices, a 10 day arts and culture festival organized with BAM and NYU's Center for Dialogues to be held in New York City in June 2009.

According to the ad at WorkHalal.com:

The Website Producer should be highly organized, able to deliver on the project independently, have excellent web production and copy editing skills and should be experienced with web content management systems. In addition to text content, photos and videos will need to be gathered, prepared and posted to the site. An interest in performing arts and culture, particularly of the Muslim world, preferred.

Click here for more information.

Job Openings at Karamah

There are several job openings at Karamah.org. According to the website, Karamah is:

"a Muslim human rights organization dedicated to promoting human dignity through education and legal outreach."

Of special interest to writers/editors are the following positions:

Web Editor

Director of Publications and Research

Islamic Finance Writer Wanted

This Malaysia-based ad asks for:

"a journalist/writer with exposure to Islamic Finance (Shariah Finance) for a reputed publication. Editing knowledge would be added advantge. "

This is a paying opportunity.

Project: Sign Islam

I am reposting the information below from this site.
For more information about a specific project to benefit deaf and hearing impaired Muslims, also see Project: Sign Islam.

What is Al-Qasas: Muslim Transcription Society?

Al-Qasas a sub-group of As Sirat is an online transcription society devoted to transcribing Islamic lectures for the benefit of others.

What are our aims and objectives?
The transcription of Islamic audio lectures has many benefits and uses. Al-Qasas aims to take this to a new level by producing transcription of many lectures to suit the different needs of the people. It is also a means for our dear brothers and sisters to gain access to knowledge they wouldn’t have otherwise.

How do we aim to achieve this?
Al-Qasas will produce transcription of audio lectures in different formats as well as providing extra features to enhance the learning experience.

These include:
Fully transcribed lectures followed by a summary
Summarised lectures
Al-Qasas Action Points
Tests & Quiz’s
And more

Al-Qasas is currently in its development stage before it can be fully underway. This is an exciting and highly beneficial project that needs your help. We are in need of many volunteers to take up different roles.

Are you interested in becoming a Transcriber?

Or would you like to be a Proof Reader?

Are you a student of knowledge that has the abilty to check our transcripts for mistakes?

Do you have the know-how to create a dynamic new website for Al-Qasas? (not neccessarily a voluntary role)

Are you a person with presence on the Net and can help promote Al-Qasas?

If you would like to volunteer for Al-Qasas please email us at alqasas1{@} gmail.com

Film Editors

Here are some opportunities for film editors.

One project is a film dealing with an Iraqi family, scattered in eight different countries, that is finally reunited in 2007, after 45 years apart.

The second project is a short documentary called "Reaching for Modesty." This one deals with the decision to wear hijab from the point of view of three sisters living in the US.

Click here for more details about the projects.

Jobs at IOL

There are four job openings listed this week at IslamOnline.net. It seems that these are positions based in Cairo, Egypt:

Editor - Reading Islam Website
Assistant Editor - Reading Islam Website
Assistant Editor - Reading Islam Website
Shari`ah Assistant Editor - IslamOnline.net Website

Read more about the jobs here.

Jobs at Zahra Pictures

Zahra Pictures is a production company whose goals (among others) include "[bridging] the gap between different cultures especially between the West and Islam, which is still a highly misunderstood religion."

Check out this page for a list of open positions with the company.

The company is in continuous need of freelancers (producers, videographers, and editors) and sometimes seeks actors and voice talent (you can send in a demo). There are also several internships offered each year.

Job Opening: Discussion Forum Editor at IOL

Here is an interesting job for someone who wants to live in Cairo and work for IslamOnline.net:

Discussion Forum Editor
As a discussion forum editor, you would monitor the discussion forums, contribute new topics and participate in off-line activities related to the job, such as conferences and other events. This may require some travel.

Read more about the job here.

Native Speakers of Italian Needed to Edit Books

Are you a Muslim who is a native speaker of Italian? Then read about this editing opportunity if you would like to edit Islamic books that have been translated to Italian:

Muslim Italian speaking editors wanted

Paying Internship at Illume Magazine

Illume Magazine is looking for a general assistant/editor. Here is the message I received:

Job Announcement: Publishing Internship
Position: General Assistant and Assistant Editor
Status: Internship
Location: Online (on-site meetings if available)
Salary: 10 paid hours/month + commission

Illume Magazine has an immediate opening for a general assistant/editor, someone proficient with the English language and knowledge of current events is a must. Candidate must have some experience writing and copyediting for print and digital media and be willing to devote at least 20 hours a month to the magazine. Sales, promotions and marketing a plus.

If you desire a future in journalism, aspire to expand your written portfolio, or want to gain work experience in the publishing industry, please respond soon. We are seeking to fill this position in the next few months.

Responsibilities include:
Sales
Account Management
Online Research
Newsbrief writing/editing
Corresponding w/ writers
Responsible for all correspondence with the Press
Ensures reviews of issues, contributors and staff
Directs and supervises the flow of promotional and advertising materials to and from the internal departments and the external services

Candidates should send an email with a cover letter, resume and links to previously published works, if applicable. Please include all contact information and references. Candidate will also be subject to an interview.

Visit the website for contact information.