CAMPUS REPORTER

THE UNITER IS HIRING A CAMPUS REPORTER

The Uniter is seeking a hardworking University of Winnipeg student/alumni and experienced writer who is passionate about campus politics, news and events to fill the position of Campus Reporter.

The successful candidate will possess strong research and interviewing skills as well as demonstrate a critical eye for news content.

Duties:

• Work closely with the city editor
• Pitch and write two 500 word campus-related stories per week
• Work with the visual team to arrange for corresponding visual content
• Work well under deadlines.
• Attend weekly pitch meetings, monthly section meetings and professional development workshops
• Pitch and write a cover feature once per semester
• Review and follow all relevant policies and guides including Canadian Press style, the Canadian Association of Journalists ethics guidelines, the Uniter style guide and Uniter editorial policies

Relationship to colleagues:

• Reports to the city editor
• Collaborates with managing editor, copy & style editor, illustrator and photo team

Applicants should have a flexible schedule and be available for pitch meetings during the regular academic year (late August to December/January to early April.)

This position is expected to take approximately 10 hours per week and pays $170/week. The campus reporter will begin their term in late August.

Interested parties should submit a resume including references, cover letter and two writing samples. Application packages should be sent to [email protected], with “Campus reporter” as the subject line, by noon on August 1, 2024. We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.