Editor
Lethbridge, AB, Canada
Job Description
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Position Title: Editor Reports to: Editor-in-Chief (EIC) Work Term: August 1st, 2024 to April 30th, 2025 Work Hours: Scheduling is flexible, and hours will vary from month to month, up to a maximum of 15 hours. Staff will be expected to work from our on-campus office a minimum of 6 hours per month. Compensation: $17 - $20/hour dependent on experience To apply, please send your resume and a writing sample to hiring@themeliorist.ca. Application Deadline is June 12th, 2024. Any questions can be sent to hiring@themeliorist.ca Description As an Editor at The Meliorist, you will be instrumental in guiding the tone of our publication. You will be responsible for overseeing the development and refinement of written content, ensuring that it aligns with the publication\'s standards and editorial guidelines. Your leadership will foster a collaborative environment that nurtures creativity and journalistic integrity. Training and professional development can be provided. Key Responsibilities Content Review & Editing
Contract length: 9 months Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour Ability to commute/relocate:
Expected start date: 2024-08-01
- Review written content for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to editorial standards
- Copy-Edit for grammar, style, and tone to ensure a cohesive voice throughout the publication while maintaining the author\xe2\x80\x99s voice
- Work collaboratively with the editorial team, and report to the EIC to align with the publication\xe2\x80\x99s guidelines & vision
- Provide constructive and encouraging feedback to writers aiming to expand skill set while producing quality content
- Ensure all published content is factually accurate, thoroughly researched, and contains proper citations.
- Work closely with writers to verify sources and data, upholding the publication\'s credibility
- Positively and faithfully represent The Meliorist at all times
- Represent The Meliorist at campus events to enhance the publication\xe2\x80\x99s visibility and engagement
- Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings
- Work with the entire team by providing regular office hours each month
- Provide support for the EIC, including other duties as assigned
- Frequent communication with the editorial team
- Strong research and critical thinking abilities
- Flexible and adaptable
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Well-organized and able to work on a deadline
- Knowledge of APA citation standards
- Knowledge of editing practices
- Works well independently and in a team environment
- Creative
- Cooperative and open-minded
- A working knowledge of relevant subject matter
- Able to give and receive constructive criticism in a healthy manner
Contract length: 9 months Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
- Are you a current student, or recent alumni of the University of Lethbridge
- English (required)
Expected start date: 2024-08-01
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Job IdJD2301052
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationLethbridge, AB, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned