Features Editor

Alma Mater Society of Queen's University Inc.•Kingston, ON

About The Position

The Queen’s Journal is an entirely student-run newspaper at Queen’s University. The paper was founded in 1873 and has been continually published ever since. The Journal publishes a bi-weekly print edition and regular online content throughout the year. A writing sample must be e-mailed to [email protected] at the time of your application submission to supplement your application. Please include your name and the position title in the file's name.

Requirements

Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Communication
Organization
Ownership
Attention to Detail
Cultural Sensitivity
Creativity

Responsibilities

With a co-editor, publish one feature weekly (for Friday publication)
Edit and fact-check each story
Attend all in-print press days to lay out stories in the paper (occurs every other Thursday)
For both in-print and online-only press day, upload stories to The Journal’s website (occurs every Monday and Thursday for the first six weeks of each semester and every Thursday for the last six weeks of the semester)
Work with the Production Manager and visuals team to develop visual content for each story
Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures and ethical standards
Maintain timely communication with your direct supervisor
Attend and fully participate in all in person and virtual meetings
Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively
Strive to foster a warm, comfortable and respectful atmosphere for all
Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement
Complete other job duties as assigned