Content Manager-Editor, The Crest (formerly TommieMedia)

University of St. Thomas (MN) • Saint Paul, MN

35d • $2,600 - $3,200

About The Position

The content manager-editors (CMEs) serve two primary roles. One, CMEs write and produce original stories. Two, CMEs are responsible for managing production of multi-platform content on multiple stories that are written by other staff members. The Crest has multiple CMEs who have specific areas of editorial responsibility: Sports University affairs General/breaking news Features (arts, entertainment, variety) Opinions We are only hiring for a Sports CME for Spring 2026. More opportunities will open up in Spring for 2026-2027.

Requirements

• The applicant should have junior or senior standing, but others will be considered.
• Has completed relevant coursework or has previous experience relevant to the job.
• Has participated in student media and has demonstrated leadership.
• Is dynamic, personable, organized, and has a team orientation.
• Possesses problem-solving skills.
• Is responsive, reliable, flexible and possesses good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Submit story ideas and pursue stories of personal and professional interest.
• Meets with staff assigned to a story and discusses multimedia storytelling opportunities (text, photos, videos, graphics, etc.).
• Based on storytelling decisions, meets with the assignment editor to build a team (e.g., writer, designer, photographer, videographer) that can meet the multiplatform vision for the story.
• Monitors story progress, checking with the assigned team; offers editorial review throughout story production.
• Provides initial review of finished content. Can send it back for revisions or forward. Once the CME is satisfied, the story is forwarded to the appropriate managers for final approval.
• Step in and assist staff and other CMEs as workload requires.
• Senior CMEs are expected to perform all duties (e.g. editing) at a highly autonomous level and provide professional guidance to other CMEs.
• Post and/or edit AP Wire content as news merits; this also includes working with the lead adviser to obtain a photo from AP, assigning a photographer or securing an existing photograph or illustration.
• Works with the Social Media Manager for content and promotional purposes.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Attends all Team Leader and staff meetings.
• Attends two 100-minute shifts per week.
• Conducts duties in accordance with the University Policy on Student Media.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees