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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.
$65,331 / year median in Ohio
-23% projected decline
Job Description
Reporting & Writing Intern-Student WorkerNumber of Openings:
1 Purpose/Objective of theRole:
This intern will help to track OWU Connection-related research, internships, travel, and service; conduct email and in-person interviews; draft news articles and press releases, including headlines and photo captions; and (less frequently) take photographs. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable writing and editing skills, organizational abilities, and an interest in journalism/communication.The student will obtain marketable experience in writing publication-ready news articles and press releases as well as enhanced skills in identifying news, preparing for and conducting interviews, researching/verifying facts for publication, proofreading, photography, and related skills. (All students who apply must email 2-3 writing samples to cehatche@owu.edu. Links to online articles are acceptable.)
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Using an Excel spreadsheet to track the status of student OWU Connection experiences and the status of reflection requests.Researching and writing Q&A and other news articles about Ohio Wesleyan students and faculty, and, possibly, press releases about visiting lecturers and upcoming events.
Attending OWU events as a campus reporter conducting interviews, generating online news articles, and, possibly, taking photos/videos.
Proofreading and fact-checking information prior to publication.
Qualifications:
Strong writing and grammar abilities.Good organizational skills to track what OWU Connection stories are possible and which students may be available to share reflections.
Awareness of/basic knowledge of Associated Press Style. (Helpful, but not required.)