Job Title

Publications Assistant II

Department

Student Publications

Job Description

To aid in the publication of Northwest's Student Publications: The Northwest Missourian newspaper; Actively participate in creating student publications by writing, designing, photographing, overseeing and assisting in staff member contributions; Will also serve as a team leader (section editor) providing deadlines, attending work weekends and/or work nights ; Drive a University vehicle on or off campus.

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• 8 positions available for Northwest Missourian

Communications:

• Utilize effective oral and written communication when delegating or answering questions

Critical/Creative Thinking and Problem Solving:

• Enforce deadlines, handle editorial problems, and help choose award entries, use good news judgment

Computer:

• Macs
• Microsoft Word
• InDesign
• Photoshop

Self-Directed Learning:

• Have ability to recognize, initiate and complete various tasks

Competence in a Discipline:

• Supervise publications staff, approve staff contributions, and assist with determination of deadlines, assist with hiring and termination of editorial staff

Personal/Social Development:

• Exhibit professionalism and courtesy
• Exhibit positive customer relations' skills and pay attention to detail

Team Work/Team Leading:

• Work with advisory board, actively participate in editorial board meetings and assign various tasks

Multicultural:

• Have ability to work with diverse on and off campus populations

Qualifications

Successful completion of Professional Media Writing, Reporting and Media Design; Completion or current enrollment in Editing Advanced Reporting and Advanced Media Design; Excellent communication, organizational and people skills; and at least one trimester staff experience; Exceptions can be made and are at the discretion of the Editor in Chief of the publication; Must have a current, valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Wage Rate

$7.45

Hours Available

5-7 Hours per week

Start Date

August 26, 2013

Application Deadline

Until Filled; Please submit cover letter, resume and work samples with the attached application.

Supervisor

Steve Chappell and Leslie Murphy 

Address

Wells Hall #020 (Basement)

Phone

660-562-1530

E-mail

lmurphy@nwmissouri.edu