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National Novel Writing Month jobs and careers

Berkeley, United States

As of October 24, 2026, National Novel Writing Month has no open roles listed.

About National Novel Writing Month

National Novel Writing Month is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, established in 1999, in Berkeley, CA. We believe in empowering creative writing, a diversity of voices, and perseverance towards a goal. Most importantly, we believe that stories matter. In 2012, we served more than 450,000 participants all around the world. Our programs include: National Novel Writing Month, which encourages people to make time for creative projects by committing to writing 50,000 words of a novel in the 30 days of November. The Young Writers Program, which provides free resources, curriculum, and virtual tools to educators of creative writing around the world. Come Write In, which helps to turn local libraries, independent bookstores, and community centers into hubs for neighborhood writing literacy.

Founded in 1999 by Chris Baty.

Founded
1999
Employees
1 to 10
Headquarters
Berkeley

Leadership

The top of National Novel Writing Month's org chart, with how many people report into each leader.

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Garland Jones Bennett

Novelist

National Novel Writing Month jobs: common questions

Is National Novel Writing Month hiring right now?
National Novel Writing Month has no open roles listed as of October 24, 2026. Roles appear here as soon as they are posted on National Novel Writing Month's careers site.
Where is National Novel Writing Month headquartered?
National Novel Writing Month is headquartered in Berkeley, United States and was founded in 1999.
Who leads National Novel Writing Month?
Garland Jones Bennett, Novelist, is at the top of National Novel Writing Month's org chart.
How do I apply for a job at National Novel Writing Month?
Pick a role on National Novel Writing Month's TheJobsMap page and select Apply. Every listing links to the original posting on National Novel Writing Month's own careers site, so you apply directly with the employer.