Orange Media Network (OMN) Summer Copy Editor 2024

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 19 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Orange Media Network (OMN) Summer Copy Editor 2024
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Summer Copy Editor positions for the Orange Media Network (OMN) at Oregon State University (OSU). 
The Summer Copy Editor is responsible for collaborating with the editors of all OMN publications to proofread and edit all written content for print and online.
Position Duties
Responsibilities:
  • Fact-checks, copyedits and proofreads for grammar, punctuation, spelling and AP Style all written work intended for print and/or online publication by Orange Media Network, including The Daily Barometer, Beaver’s Digest, Prism, DAMchic, blogs, Orangemedianetwork.com, marketing and/or social media posts
  • Assists in covering and copyediting breaking news and sports as needed, including nights and weekends
  • Review contributors’ notes and recordings to make necessary accuracy checks before publication
  • Attend weekly editor and redmark meetings with adviser to review and evaluate publications of The Daily Barometer
  • Attend production as deemed necessary by EIC
  • Other duties as assigned by the editor


Communication
  • Respond to emails, messages, team chats and phone calls the same day, professionally representing OMN
  • Ensure you are using, checking and responding to BaseCamp for project management
  • Notify adviser immediately should any ethical, legal, personnel or controversial problems occur

Leadership
  • Follow all OMN policies and procedures
  • Act in a professional manner at all times
  • Ensure designs and content are centered on equitable representation and inclusion, with attention to impact on historically excluded communities and constituencies
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • Is knowledgeable in fact checking strategies
  • Knows or willing to learn AP Style and work within the SPJ Code of Ethics
  • Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
  • Is a strong writer, communicator and comfortable with public speaking
  • Is organized and reliable
  • Is a strong communicator and comfortable with public speaking
  • Is comfortable giving and receiving feedback
  • Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations
  • Must complete all elements on On-Boarding Curriculum
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Has been a paid OMN writer for at least one term
  • Has had prior attendance and participation in OMN Fall Training
  • Previous newspaper or media experience
  • Knowledge of AP Style
Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P11056SE
Number of Vacancies 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date 09/07/2024
Posting Date 05/10/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 05/19/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter


For additional information please contact: Jennifer Moody at [email protected]
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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