An Editor reviews stories, reports or manuscripts, makes corrections, and works with writers to improve content and structure of writing. Plans and coordinates material to be included in publications. Works with print material or website content. May specialize in copy editing (careful review of text for errors) or other types of editing; may work as an executive editor with authority to approve publications and contracts.
$78,639 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
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Department:
Kogod School of Business Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Job Description:
Summary:
The Podcast Editor will assist with the post-production editing of completed podcast recordings. The student will work with Tim Timura to prepare recorded podcast episodes for final publication by editing audio, removing unnecessary sections, improving overall sound quality, and ensuring episodes are polished and ready for distribution.
Essential Functions:
Assist with the post-production editing of completed podcast recordings. Prepare recorded podcast episodes for final publication by editing audio, removing unnecessary sections, improving overall sound quality, and ensuring episodes are polished and ready for distribution. Other duties assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Part-time. 10 hours per week.
Salary Range:
$18.40 per hour. Other Details This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer.
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