Missouri Western State University
Griffon News Editor-in-Chief
Missouri Western State University, Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Griffon News Editor-in-Chief
Department Communication
Appointment Term Spring (January - May)
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This student employee will serve as the editor-in-chief of Griffon Media. Overseeing all aspects/entities associated with Griffon News which include the website, news app and all social media entities as well as the Griffon News email account. This position is responsible for managing the student editorial staff. This position is for Spring 2026 semester.
Essential Duties Approves all story assignments. Establishes general policies. Guarantees that all deadlines are met. Responsible for supervision of editor's progress. Required Qualifications
MWSU Student Degree Seeking At least an overall 2.0 GPA Enrolled at least part-time Experience with leading and supervising workers. Experience with student media and journalistic standards. Must have enrolled and received a satisfactory grade in JOU 311: Griffon Media Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have advanced knowledge of how to use the Adobe CC suite for editing and production of original content. This includes, but is not limited to: Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere. Must be self-disciplined with skills in organization, time management and leadership. Physical Demands Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Additional Demands
This position requires ability to sit for several hours in a chair in front of a computer screen. There may be lifting involved.
Location where duties are to be performed
Communications Department Spratt 103
Federal Work Study Not Required
Hours of Work
20 hours per week. Schedule to be determined. Desired start date 01/12/2026.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST256P
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 10/24/2025
Priority Deadline 11/14/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.
This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for
Federal Work Study
eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361;
website )
Position Information
Position Title Griffon News Editor-in-Chief
Department Communication
Appointment Term Spring (January - May)
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This student employee will serve as the editor-in-chief of Griffon Media. Overseeing all aspects/entities associated with Griffon News which include the website, news app and all social media entities as well as the Griffon News email account. This position is responsible for managing the student editorial staff. This position is for Spring 2026 semester.
Essential Duties Approves all story assignments. Establishes general policies. Guarantees that all deadlines are met. Responsible for supervision of editor's progress. Required Qualifications
MWSU Student Degree Seeking At least an overall 2.0 GPA Enrolled at least part-time Experience with leading and supervising workers. Experience with student media and journalistic standards. Must have enrolled and received a satisfactory grade in JOU 311: Griffon Media Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have advanced knowledge of how to use the Adobe CC suite for editing and production of original content. This includes, but is not limited to: Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere. Must be self-disciplined with skills in organization, time management and leadership. Physical Demands Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Additional Demands
This position requires ability to sit for several hours in a chair in front of a computer screen. There may be lifting involved.
Location where duties are to be performed
Communications Department Spratt 103
Federal Work Study Not Required
Hours of Work
20 hours per week. Schedule to be determined. Desired start date 01/12/2026.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST256P
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 10/24/2025
Priority Deadline 11/14/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.
This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for
Federal Work Study
eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361;
website )