Deputy Editor-in-Chief of The Xavierite - Student Employment
About The Position
The Deputy Editor-in-Chief is responsible for assisting the Editor-in-Chief in running the newspaper. Normal responsibilities including assisting in planning story assignments and layouts, assisting writers in the completion of their articles, writing articles and recruitment. This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies: Leadership: Students build leadership skills by taking initiative, demonstrating responsibility, supporting others, contributing ideas, and modeling positive workplace behaviors. Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment. Technology: Students build technology skills by using department systems, software, digital tools, equipment, or university platforms to complete tasks accurately and efficiently. Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.
Requirements
- MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
- Must be Federal Work Study E ligible
- Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter
Nice To Haves
- Experience in journalism, communication, or English preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversees and assists with the overall writing of the paper
- Meets weekly with section editors to discuss progress of the paper
- Attends weekly general staff meetings
- Maintains weekly-posted office hours in The Xavierite office. (6 hours per week)
- Meets and works with Section correspondents in generating story ideas
- Trains Section correspondents on InDesign and Photoshop
- Will upload final PDF copy of the paper to Park Press’ FTP if Editor in Chief is unable to
- Meets weekly with Xavierite webmasters to ensure that website has up to date information.
- Meets weekly with Assistant Director of Campus Life: Student Media to discuss progress on the paper
- Writes one article per issue
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
