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Newspaper Editor - Student Newspaper

Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
Description

Section Editor's are responsible for the entire production and final product of their respective section. The paper comes out monthly.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Gather story ideas for every issue.
  2. Assign stories to writers/
  3. Write headlines for your stories
  4. Ensure all editorial content is based on verifiable facts
  5. Arrive prepared and on time for weekly meetings.
  6. Communicate with the Layout/Design Editor about your section.
Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

  • HS Diploma or GED.

Experience Requirements:
Newsroom experience preferred. Good spoken English skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Willingness to learn.

Knowledge:
knowledge of AP Style preferred.

Skills:
Excellent written communication skills.

Personal Requirements:
Ability to work as part of a team.

Additional Application Requirements:
Please attach a 300 word writing sample to application. Class assignment or writing sample is acceptable.


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