Copy Editor of The Xavierite - Student Employment

Posting number: 01592

Department: Student Media SE

Job classification: Copy Editor - Student Employment

Posting type: Student Employment

Categories: Student Employment

Summary

The Copy Editors are in charge of proof reading the entire paper before publication. They will also assist Xavierite staff members improve the writing style of their article before publication.

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.

• Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

• Technology: Students build technology skills by using department systems, software, digital tools, equipment, or university platforms to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.

Examples of duties

• In charge of proof reading all articles that will run in The Xavierite publication and on the official website following the AP style. 
• Proof reads rough draft tear sheets of the newspaper and magazine
• Assists staffers with writing and style of article when necessary
• Informs Editor-in-Chief when stories are not turned in on time
• Attend general staff meetings 
• Maintain weekly-posted office hours in The Xavierite office (5 hours per week). 
• Checks and edits content for accuracy of style throughout the entire paper and E-magazine
• Checks for libelous and litigious statements.

Qualifications

MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

Preference in journalism, communication, or English.

Supplemental information

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.
 
The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.
 
 Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of