Archivo Papers is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of photography, visual archival practices, and their intersections with visual culture. Founded in 2021, it explores both historical and contemporary perspectives on photography within broader archive-driven discourses. As its current term comes to an end, the Archivo Papers Journal is seeking new members for its Editorial Team and Editorial Board, offering an opportunity to engage with current research trends and contribute to shaping the journal’s future. These are voluntary, remote positions.

Presentation

Archivo Papers is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of photography, visual archival practices, and their intersections with visual culture. Founded in 2021, it explores both historical and contemporary perspectives on photography within broader archive-driven discourses.

Through its thematic issues, Archivo Papers examines how images shape and are shaped by memory, knowledge, and social narratives. The journal engages with topics such as photographic archives, collections, and the shifting material and immaterial dimensions of images, considering photography as both an object and a practice. It addresses issues of preservation, circulation, mediation, and the politics of visual memory while fostering interdisciplinary dialogue across photography, visual studies, art history, cultural and media studies, and other related fields.

Archivo Papers provides an international forum for critical inquiry into photography, lens-based media, and visual culture. The journal encourages diverse theoretical, historical, and practice-led approaches that investigate how images are created, circulated, and preserved, as well as their cultural and political implications. By embracing multiple perspectives and methodological approaches, Archivo Papers advances new ways of thinking about the politics, ethics, and aesthetics of the visual. It is committed to examining photography’s place within archival systems and broader cultural frameworks, fostering critical engagement with the visual in both historical and contemporary contexts.

The journal seeks to:

• Explore archival perspectives in photography and visual culture, addressing questions of preservation, historiography, and artistic intervention.
• Foster interdisciplinary dialogue by connecting voices from the humanities, social sciences, and the arts.
• Promote critical reflections on photography’s role in shaping narratives, identities, and cultural memory.
• Encourage experimental and creative methodologies, providing space for innovative research, artistic practices, and visual inquiries.
• Expand discussions on the technical image, its materiality, and its evolving significance in contemporary visual culture.

Call

As its current term comes to an end, the Archivo Papers Journal is seeking new members for its Editorial Team and Editorial Board, offering an opportunity to engage with current research trends and contribute to shaping the journal’s future. 

These are voluntary, remote positions.

We aim to welcome new members by September 2025, with an onboarding period from September 2025 to January 2026.

After this transition, successful candidates will serve an initial two-year term, with the possibility of extension based on mutual interest.

In collaboration with Archivo Platform, we also organize an annual online conference, Reframing the Archive, which explores themes related to upcoming journal issues. Associate Editors and Editorial Board members are expected to actively contribute to the event’s organization, peer review, and/or panel moderation.

Available positions

1. Associate editors

Associate Editors manage the peer review process for assigned manuscripts and contribute to shaping the journal’s editorial direction and strategy. 
Responsibilities include:

• Evaluating manuscript submissions to ensure they align with the journal’s scope and ethical standards.

• Coordinating the peer-review process in a timely manner.
• Managing the editorial and publication process for thematic issues.
• Collaborating on journal strategy and conceptual developments.
• Handling editorial tasks, including internal and external communication, proofreading, and editing.

• Participating in online meetings for journal management.

2. Editorial board members

Editorial Board members support the review process and contribute to discussions on journal themes. 
Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing manuscript submissions as assigned by the Editorial Team.
• Offering insights on emerging research topics relevant to the journal’s scope.
• Promoting the journal within professional networks and encouraging high-quality submissions.
• Participating in online meetings with the Editorial Team, when convened, to discuss potential themes for future issues.

Researched profiles

All applicants (for both Associate Editor and Editorial Board roles) should:

• Be familiar with (or willing to learn) the OJS PKP submission system for manuscript processing.
• Consent to having their name, academic affiliation, and declaration of interests listed on the journal’s website.
• Uphold high ethical standards in scholarly publishing.
• Stay informed about current publication practices in photography and visual culture.
• Participate in the journal’s annual issue launch online event.

Preferred qualifications

• Previous editorial experience is beneficial but not required.
• A PhD (or equivalent experience) in visual studies, photography, film, art history, cultural studies, media studies, curatorial studies, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of photography history and theory and visual culture.
• Significant experience in peer reviewing.
• A proven record of scholarship relevant in the journal’s themes.
• Strong oral and written English skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Application process

To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing:

1. A motivation letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your research interests and how your contribution can support the journal’s future. Please specify the role you are applying for at the start of the letter.
2. A CV (max. 5 pages), including academic qualifications, professional experience, and relevant publications, with DOI or other relevant links where available.
3. A brief proposal for a thematic issue, including a potential topic and its relevance to the journal (required only for Associate Editor applicants).

Applications must be submitted

by June 13, 2025

to editorial@archivopapersjournal.com with the subject “APJ Application 2025”.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview in July 2025.

For inquiries, please contact info@archivopapersjournal.com.

Editorial Team

Editor (founder)

• Ana Catarina Pinho, IHA - NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal

Editorial Board

• Annalisa Laganà, Università della Calabria, Italy
• Beate Pittnauer, Brunswick University of Fine Arts; Germany
• Laura Singeot, Reims University, France
• Marianna Tsionki, Leeds Arts University, United Kingdom
• Marta Labad, University of Technology, Arts and Design, Spain

Editorial assistant

• Chiara Juriatti, Katholische Privat-Universität Linz

Editorial Advisory Board

• Alexandra Athanasiadou, Independent Scholar, Greece
• Andrew Fisher, FAMU Academy of the Arts, Prague
• Anna María Guasch, Universidad de Barcelona, Spain
• Cosimo Chiarelli, Università di Pisa, Italy
• Filipe Figueiredo,  IADE - Universidade Europeia, Portugal
• Jennifer Good, LCC, University of the Arts London, United Kingdom
• Karine Chambefort-Kay, Université Est Créteil Paris, France
• Patrícia Nogueira, ICNova, Lisbon / Maia University, Portugal
• Paul Lowe, University of the Arts London, United Kingdom
• Sara Callahan, Malmö University, Sweden
• Tomás Zarza Núñez, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Spain