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University of Michigan · 6 hours ago

Managing Editor (Student/Work-Study)

Flint, MI

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The University of Michigan is seeking a Managing Editor for the Michigan Times, responsible for assisting the editor-in-chief in daily operations and managing content creation. The role involves guiding reporters, curating editorial schedules, and ensuring quality in writing and editing.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Working with the editor in chief to create and carry out short-and long-term goals of the student newspaper

Developing and assigning story ideas

Assisting in overseeing a group of reporters/writers and guiding them as needed to meet expectations

Facilitating or co-facilitating regular editorial meetings

Curating editorial schedule for online and printed content

Critiquing and editing stories and coaching writers through revisions

Developing and assigning ideas for photos and art to accompany stories

Qualification

Writing skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skillsAP style knowledgeInterest in journalism

Required

Current UM-Flint Student

Willingness to learn Associated Press style

Willingness to learn and uphold ethical norms of journalism

2.5 GPA or higher

Strong writing and communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Preferred

Strong interest in writing and/or journalism

Company

University of Michigan

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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

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