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Student Writer/Editor-CFAC External Relations

Part-Time

Position start date: Flexible

Location: BYU Campus

Job Type: Part-time

Hours per Week: 20

Job Category: Journalism, PR

Counts for 399R credit? Yes

Counts for 496R credit? Yes

Wage/Salary:  Hourly Rate Depends on Experience

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

QUALIFICATIONS OF APPLICANT

  • Ability to adapt quickly to new challenges
  • Strong writing, editing and communication skills
  • Aptitude for learning new things and self-directing
  • College experience in public relations, journalism or a related field is preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Outlook and AP style preferred
  • Experience in the arts is a plus
  • Longevity preferred - commitment of at least two semesters (8-12 months)

DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES

  • Write news releases and features for the college and school/department websites
  • Track analytics on posted articles
  • Create monthly reports for assigned beats
  • Attend and report on college-sponsored events
  • Interview college faculty, students and alumni
  • Verify accuracy of facts, dates and statistics
  • Work with supervisor on editing and preparing articles for publication
  • Pitch story ideas for internal and external publication
  • Upload articles and images onto the college and school/department websites
  • Attend and participate in weekly meetings
  • Collaborate on strategic projects
  • Assist with other promotional items and college events as needed

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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COMPANY NAME AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION

BYU is an equal opportunity employer.