Postscript Editor

Alma Mater Society Of Queen's University

Job Location:

Kingston - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 CompetenciesCommunicationOutreachOrganizationOwnershipAttention to DetailCultural SensitivityCreativityJob DutiesDevelop at least one postscript idea weekly and recruit writers via outreachEdit and fact-check every postscript before publishingLay out the Postscript sectionAttend 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 storyAttend all training sessions to become familiar with the department and adhere to the general operations of the departmentRespect and adhere to all company policies procedures and ethical standardsMaintain timely communication with your direct supervisorAttend all in person and virtual meetingsComplete 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 RequirementsPossess strong organizational interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environmentWorking ConditionsInteraction and collaboration with coworkers management and the Queens community