Student Union

Editorial Staff Reporter

Student Union

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Hamilton • Canada

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Research for stories in McMaster and Hamilton
  • Maintain communication with section editor
  • Write 400-600 word articles once per week
  • Ensure accuracy of pieces and edit accordingly

Requirements

  • Journalism experience ( previous volunteer experience with the Silhouette an asset)
  • Ability to write grammatically correct sentences and coherent stories in accordance with Canadian Press and Silhouette style
  • Assertive and clear communication ability to reach contacts and ascertain correct facts
  • Personal skills to work with colleagues and the public
  • Able to use Microsoft Word basic e-mail platforms
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Editing ability
  • Interviewing and analysis skill
  • Rudimentary knowledge of Canadian media law and libel is an asset
Benefits
  • Computer and basic photography training will be provided
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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