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Panther Newspaper News Co-Editor
Chapman UniversityUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Jun 2026
💰 $32,000/yr
About the role
Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/39955
Job Number
SE206624
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
Panther Newspaper
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Panther Newspaper News Co-Editor
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester
Fall
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range
$16.90 - $16.90
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
Approved Supervisor
David Bryant
Supervisor Email
davbryant@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Desired Start Date
08/03/2026
Projected End Date
12/18/2026
Average number of hours per week
Up to 10 Hrs
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The News Editor is responsible for overseeing the news section, managing reporters, editing articles, writing regular news stories, being on call for breaking news, and ensuring timely publication of news content. This position will be for the Fall Semester only, with opportunities to continue in another position for the Spring Semester.
Responsibilities
Plan and Assign News Coverage:
- Develop and implement a news coverage plan.
- Assign news stories to reporters.
- Monitor news trends and identify important stories relevant to the campus community.
- Attend key events and press conferences to gather news and information.
- Conduct interviews and research to provide in-depth and accurate reporting.
Editorial Oversight:
- Edit news articles for accuracy, clarity, style, and grammar.
- Fact-check information.
- Provide constructive feedback to reporters.
News Reporting:
- Help gather news by attending events, conducting interviews, and researching topics.
- Attend weekly staff and editorial board meetings.
- Write and report on news stories as needed, contributing to the news section’s content.
- 1 story per week unless otherwise communicated
- Organize coverage of breaking news, investigative stories, and other special reports.
- Ensure coverage of all Chapman student communities on a regular basis.
- Background in journalism.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and uphold ethical reporting standards.
- Prior experience with The Panther or a comparable publication.
- Familiarity with AP Style.
Required work samples should include relevant writing, reporting, and/or editing samples.
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required?
With or Without FWS
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