The Athenaeum- Position Availability for the 2016/2017 Academic Year
For Inquiries Contact: Andrew Haskett, Editor-in-Chief, the Athenaeum: [email protected]
Deadline for Applications is March 21st, 2016.
Section Editor Positions:
– Arts
-Features
-Distractions
-Sports
– News
– Opinions
– Science
– Creative
Responsibilities of a Section Editor:
- Formulating story ideas
- Reading and editing all articles appearing in their section
- Accountable for layout and production of their section
- Recruiting staff writers
Copy Editor
Responsibilities include:
- Proof-reading, editing, evaluating and fact checking all content prior to publication
- Creating and managing written resources
Production Manager
Responsibilities include:
- Layout and design of the newspaper print editions including:
- Cover and centerfold design
- Ad design
- Photo and copy layout
- Production staff management
- General graphic design needs
- Design and placement of all paid advertisements
Business/Advertising Manager
Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing all financial aspects of the Athenaeum including:
- Payroll
- Budgeting
- Securing new revenue sources
- Organize effectiveness of the staff
- Organize and approve any events hosted by the Athenaeum
- Seek out advertisers to appear in the newspaper
- Working closely with Production Manager to prepare proofs
Managing Editor
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting in all duties of Editor-in-Chief
- Responsible for managing content and layout of theath.ca
- Overseeing the editorial content
- Running staff meetings and overseeing production alongside the Editor-inChief
Photography Manager
Responsibilities include:
- Assigning and managing staff photographers
- Leading photo meetings
- Establishing photo concepts
- Ensuring photos to supplement all articles, covers and features
- Editing and preparing all photos for online and print publications
- Recruiting and training students for staff photographer positions
Online Manager/Webmaster
Responsibilities include:
- Managing the website
- Ensuring content is up-to-date and accessible
- Creating content for social media channels
