Associate Editor Full Time NEW

Hyphen arrives with vision and conviction to carry the voices of India’s many languages across borders, to reveal their brilliance, and to connect them with readers everywhere. At its heart, Hyphen is a constellation of three landmark ventures.

● A literary journal in English, in print and digital formats, presenting the finest translations, revealing the depth, diversity and genius of writing in Indian languages.

● a dedicated publishing house, to bring landmark works from Indian languages into English, produced to international standards.

● Hyphen Digital Platform to serve as a vibrant hub for conversations on literary traditions, translation resources, a curated bookshop, fellowships, seminars, book clubs, publisher forums, and mentorship programmes.

Hyphen, based in Bangalore is looking for various full-time positions. Hyphen is an initiative of Bahuvachana which is a non-profit, charitable organisation that supports literary translations, theatre, and the arts.

POSITION: Associate Editor – Publishing & Digital

Hyphen is looking for an editor (4–5 years experience) to help build a dynamic list of Indian language writing in English translation. You will work in a fast-moving, collaborative environment—shaping manuscripts, working with translators, and bringing important voices to new readers.

Responsibilities

● Shape translated manuscripts for clarity, rhythm, and literary impact—while preserving the integrity of the original voice

● Plan, create, and manage content for the website, ensuring consistency in tone and quality

● Work closely with translators to navigate nuance, context, and cultural subtleties

● Lead projects end-to-end, from manuscript development to final proof, in collaboration with design and production teams

● Discover and champion new writing, translators, and ideas across Indian languages

● Build and sustain meaningful relationships with authors, translators, and the broader literary community

Eligibility Criteria

● 4–5 years of editorial experience in publishing, magazines, or literary platforms, with a demonstrable track record of working on long-form or literary content

● Exceptional command of English, with strong copyediting and line-editing skills; familiarity with at least one Indian language (reading ability preferred)

● A sustained interest in translation and Indian literatures, with some exposure to translated works—editorial, academic, or personal

● Proven ability to engage closely with texts—shaping structure, refining voice, and strengthening narrative flow while respecting authorial intent

● Experience managing projects independently, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders (translators, designers, production teams) and meeting deadlines

● Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple manuscripts or projects simultaneously without compromising quality

● Editorial sensitivity to cultural nuance, context, and linguistic diversity

● Comfort with digital publishing workflows; experience planning or producing web content is a plus

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in working collaboratively with writers and translators

● A curious, well-read sensibility and an openness to discovering new voices, forms, and literary traditions

Location: Bangalore

Remuneration

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skills.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

A detailed CV and a covering letter explaining their interest in working with Hyphen

● Names and contact details of two referees

Applications without the above mentioned documents will not be considered.

How to apply?

Send us a statement of interest, your CV with two references to

editor@the-hyphen.in by May 5, 2026