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Indiana Statesman Photo Editor Job at Indiana State University in Terre Haute

Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, United States


Position Details

Position Details

Student Employment Enrollment Requirements

Comments to Applicants

THIS IS A STIPEND PAID POSITION. $2,100 PER SEMESTER DIVIDED BY THE APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF PAY PERIODS IN EACH SEMESTER.*APPLICANTS SHOULD BE PREPARED TO BRING SAMPLES OF THEIR WORK TO AN INTERVIEW.

All student employees will be required to submit employment verification documents on their first day of work. For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link:

https://www.indstate.edu/sites/default/files/media/Documents/PDF/career-center-Emp_Eligibility_Docs.pdf

Notice of Vacancy Number
ST2500497

Job Title
Indiana Statesman Photo Editor

Job Category
Regular Student Job

Job Type
Regular Student Jobs

Position Class Code
82100 Student Employee

Student Pay Grade
999

Hourly Wage/Salary
**THIS IS A STIPEND PAID POSITION. $2,100 PER SEMESTER DIVIDED BY THE APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF PAY PERIODS IN EACH SEMESTER.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The photo editor is responsible for supervising newspaper photography and reports directly to the Indiana Statesman editor-in-chief.

Specific Responsibilities

Work Schedule

Various based on student academic schedule.

Desired Start Date
03/30/2026

Open Date
03/02/2026

Close Date
04/02/2026

Required Relevant Education & Experience
High School diploma or GED

Required Field(s) of Study

N/A

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Supervisory Responsibilities
Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.

Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to adapt to change, Able to assemble, analyze and present data, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent leadership skills, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Willing to interact with students, Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required, Work effectively with a diverse community

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Acting on behalf of and in consultation with the Statesman editor-in-chief, duties include:

§ Assisting the editor-in-chief in recruiting, training and managing photographers.

§ Assigning photographers to assignments as needed to ensure successful and timely completion.

§ Coordinating with writers to supply coverage for events.

§ Overseeing editing of all photographs.

§ Ensuring all photographers understand and adhere to standards for professional and ethical behavior.

§ Ensuring the Statesman is provided with high-quality photos as scheduled.

§ Confirming that all individuals in photos are identified.

§ Providing cutline information to design editors.

§ Setting up and maintaining a database for all photos and identifiers.

§ Ensuring photographers know how to check out Statesman camera equipment

§ Maintaining camera equipment, and reporting damaged equipment or necessary repairs to the director of student publications.

§ Attending budget meetings set by the editor-in-chief.

§ Checking messages and other communication, including Statesman email, on a daily basis.

§ Working with the ISU Athletics Department to secure media passes for coverage of athletic events.

§ Working with other members of the Student Media staff as appropriate.

§ Responding to public inquiries as needed.

§ Other duties as needed or assigned by the Statesman editor-in-chief.