Business, Science and Technology Editor

Job SummaryThe Queens Journal is an entirely student-run newspaper at Queens 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 at the time of your application submission to supplement your application. Please include your name and the position title in the files CompetenciesCommunicationOrganizationOwnershipAttention to DetailCultural CompetencyCreativityJob DutiesWith a co-editor publish two to three stories weekly (one for Tuesday publication two for Friday publication)Attract contributors from all corners on campus interested in business and science journalismDevelop relationships with campus clubs and organizationsOffer the section as a platform for clubs to announce any developments and allow their members to use The Journal as a means of developing their reporting skillsWork to improve The Journals relationship with faculty and graduate students to attract these individuals to the sectionProduce wide ranging content derived from traditional reporting to supporting contributors and writers in creating commentary and dialogue-based columnsLearn and develop writing skills particularly adhering to Journal styleDevelop a contributor base from the student bodyAttend 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 Journals 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 storyWork closely with the Editor(s) in Chief to develop the vision and direction of the sectionAttend all Editorial Board and section-head meetings as well as all trainings provided to staffRespect and adhere to all company policies procedures and ethical standardsMaintain timely communication with your direct supervisorComplete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentivelyStrive to foster a warm comfortable and respectful atmosphere for allAlways serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statementComplete other job duties as assignedJob RequirementsSound analytical thinking planning prioritization and execution skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environmentWorking ConditionsInteraction and collaboration with coworkers management and the Queens community