AK Press Volunteers Wanted
AK Press is a worker-run collective that publishes and distributes radical books, visual and audio media, and other mind-altering material.
We're small: a dozen people who work long hours for short money, because we believe in what we do. We're anarchists, which is reflected both in the books we provide and in the way we organize our business. Decisions at AK Press are made collectively, from what we publish, to what we distribute and how we structure our labor. All the work, from sweeping floors to answering phones, is shared. When the telemarketers call and ask, "who's in charge?" the answer is: everyone.
Our goal isn't profit (although we do have to pay the rent). Our goal is supplying radical words and images to as many people as possible. The books and other media we distribute are published by independent presses, not the corporate giants. We make them widely available to help you make positive, revolutionary changes in the world. As you probably know, the stuff we carry is less and less available from the corporate publishers and their chain stores.
AK Press is a relatively small collective with giant goals. Thus, historically, AK Press has been sustained by dedicated volunteers. The collective is looking to restore this relationship with the broader community. We are asking professors to consider instituting volunteer/intern programs with AK Press.
Volunteers and interns will have great opportunities to make highly valued contributions to the collective while simultaneously embarking on a unique learning experience. The collective consist of two departments; publishing and distribution. In publishing, volunteers and interns can expand their skills in copy-editing, graphic layouts, proof-reading, preparing acquisitions and a few other labor intensive responsibilities. In distribution, interns and volunteers have a chance to become well-acquainted with the mechanics of the Book Trade. The task of volunteers and intern within distribution are unlimited! From communicating directly with trade customers, helping out with shipping and receiving, making sure the warehouse remains well-stocked, attending and tabling with AK Press at conventions, book fairs the list continues indefinitely. There are general "office duties" such as answering phones, sorting mail, cashiering etc. with which the collective would greatly appreciate some help. Also, while working with AK Press volunteers and interns will have a chance to meet well-known authors, passionate activist and community organizers.
We greatly urge students who are interested in learning about the Book Trade ( both publishing and distribution) and sustaining collectives to apply. In exchange for students dedicated time and energy we offer free books and course credits!
AK Press is open Monday-Friday from 9:30 am to 6:00pm. Our hours can be flexible depending on others' schedules.Please visit our website at www.akpress.org to learn more about what AK Press has to offer your students or simply come into the warehouse!
Feel free to e-mail our volunteer coordinator, Macio at macio@akpress.org with any further questions. Thank you for your time and consideration!
In Solidarity,
The AK Press Collective
AK Press
674-A 23rd St
Oakland, CA 94612
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