Student Employee, Copy Editor - Blazer

Joliet Junior College • Joliet, IL

97d • $15

About The Position

The Student Employee, Copy Editor - Blazer position is a part-time role within the Dean of Students department at Joliet Junior College. The position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for Federal Work Study (FWS). The primary responsibilities include editing stories for errors and style, applying Associated Press style to all written works, collaborating with co-editors during production week, ensuring the accuracy and fairness of stories, and writing a minimum of one story per issue. The position requires a commitment to work around class schedules, with a maximum of 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters, and up to 28 hours per week during summer and holiday breaks with supervisor approval.

Requirements

• GPA of 2.0 or above.
• Must be enrolled at JJC in at least 6 credit hours.
• College or advanced high school experience with editing.
• Strong grammar and writing skills.
• A basic understanding of Associated Press Style.
• Willingness to work at off hours during production week.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in team environment.
• Experience with taking photos for the Blazer.
• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Edit stories for errors and style.
• Understand and apply Associated Press style to all written works.
• Work with co-editors as needed during production week.
• Work with co-editors to ensure accuracy and fairness of stories.
• Write a minimum of one story per issue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed