The Northern Light Layout Editor

The Northern Light, UAA’s student‑run newspaper, is currently recruiting for a Student Layout Editor . If you have interest in the field of newspaper editing we invite you to apply. The layout and web editor is responsible for designing the printed edition of The Northern Light. They also maintain the online presence of the paper by updating the website and social media with new stories each week, uploading video projects to YouTube, and publishing a weekly email newsletter. The layout and web editor works with reporters and editors to ensure that only material ready for publication is published. They coordinate with advertising representatives and the ad manager to ensure that any purchased ads run at the appropriate time. The layout and web editor works under the managing editor and collaborates with other staff on the paper to prepare, develop and repackage content for use in other projects. They hold weekly office hours and turn in a timesheet with comments every other week. The editor helps implement projects and achieve the long‑term goals of The Northern Light. Weekly Expectations Hours: 8 – 12 hours per week Office hours: 2 hours per week (outside of meetings in the office) Attend weekly staff meeting Upload all stories to website Share all stories on social media Send email newsletter Create layout for printed edition (print weeks only) To thrive in this role, applicants should possess excellent writing and editing skills, be interested in news media, and be willing to work as a team to ensure only high‑quality material is published. Applicants must have excellent communication and time‑management skills, be team players who are good at giving and receiving constructive feedback, and be familiar with technology, social media, and computer software. Experience with printed news design/editing and website design/editing is very helpful. Minimum Qualifications Enrollment in the University of Alaska system with a minimum of six credit hours in the current semester of employment, or Have been enrolled the preceding semester for six or more credit hours and demonstrate plans to enroll for six or more credit hours in the next semester for employment between semesters; Have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA, be in good academic standing, or have approval from the MAU Senior Student Services officer or his/her designee; Students enrolled in non‑traditional programs of study will be considered eligible with the approval of the Senior Student Services officer; Must provide evidence of enrollment as outlined above to substantiate employment eligibility; Position reappointment is contingent upon successful progress toward degree completion and performance evaluation. Position Details This is a student assistant 2 position that works 8 – 12 hours per week, with a pay of $13.82 per hour. This position is open to undergraduate students only. Applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Cheryl Devenny, at crdevenny@alaska.edu. The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at atua-ada@alaska.edu. The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business. #J-18808-Ljbffr