Orange Media Network - DAMchic Assistant Editor 2026-2027
Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, United States
Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part‑time (maximum 24 hours per week) DAMchic Assistant Editor for the Orange Media Network (OMN) at Oregon State University (OSU). The DAMchic assistant editor assists the editor in chief in overseeing student‑produced content for the print magazine, its website, and social media channels.
Students in this role will develop essential skills for future employment: communication, critical thinking, and professionalism.
Employment dates: 09 Oct 2026 – 15 Jun 2027. Hours: 10 per week, pay $652 per month.
Responsibilities Assist in curating, pitching, assigning, editing and reporting stories for DAMchic’s print, online and social media platforms
Regularly update and contribute to online and social media content at least five days per week with stories, photos, interactive features, including content at least twice per month that is unique to the site
Assist in ensuring that all students who submit articles, photos, podcasts, video and social media content receive coaching and feedback prior to publishing, so that they can improve and learn
Assist in ensuring all deadlines are met as assigned
Assist in organizing and conducting three launch campaigns (fall, spring and winter terms), launch parties and outreach events
Assist in planning and holding weekly meetings to assign tasks and oversee other magazine activity
Assist in ensuring that all students who submit articles receive coaching and feedback prior to publishing, so they can learn and improve
Assist as needed in producing print issue and ensuring properly prepared print files are sent to the commercial printer by deadline
Help with magazine production and train staff members in production as needed
Assist the EIC in hiring, supervising and managing a team of writers, contributing directors and volunteers in accordance with OMN policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned by the adviser or editor
Qualifications Additional Required Qualifications
Is knowledgeable in newsgathering, news values and fact‑checking strategies
Willing to learn Associated Press Style and work within the SPJ Code of Ethics
Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and academic breaks
Knowledgeable of or willing to learn page design software
Is a strong writer, communicator and comfortable with public speaking
Is organized and reliable
Is experienced with coaching and with giving and receiving feedback
Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations
Is knowledgeable and experienced in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners
Served as a member of paid OMN staff for at least 6 months – or – as a volunteer OMN staff for at least 12 months or equivalent
Must complete all elements of the On‑Boarding Curriculum before beginning role
Preferred Qualifications Had been a paid member of staff of the cohort for at least one term
Had prior attendance and participation in OMN Training Camp
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Contact: Jennifer Moody, jennifer.moody@oregonstate.edu
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Students in this role will develop essential skills for future employment: communication, critical thinking, and professionalism.
Employment dates: 09 Oct 2026 – 15 Jun 2027. Hours: 10 per week, pay $652 per month.
Responsibilities Assist in curating, pitching, assigning, editing and reporting stories for DAMchic’s print, online and social media platforms
Regularly update and contribute to online and social media content at least five days per week with stories, photos, interactive features, including content at least twice per month that is unique to the site
Assist in ensuring that all students who submit articles, photos, podcasts, video and social media content receive coaching and feedback prior to publishing, so that they can improve and learn
Assist in ensuring all deadlines are met as assigned
Assist in organizing and conducting three launch campaigns (fall, spring and winter terms), launch parties and outreach events
Assist in planning and holding weekly meetings to assign tasks and oversee other magazine activity
Assist in ensuring that all students who submit articles receive coaching and feedback prior to publishing, so they can learn and improve
Assist as needed in producing print issue and ensuring properly prepared print files are sent to the commercial printer by deadline
Help with magazine production and train staff members in production as needed
Assist the EIC in hiring, supervising and managing a team of writers, contributing directors and volunteers in accordance with OMN policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned by the adviser or editor
Qualifications Additional Required Qualifications
Is knowledgeable in newsgathering, news values and fact‑checking strategies
Willing to learn Associated Press Style and work within the SPJ Code of Ethics
Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and academic breaks
Knowledgeable of or willing to learn page design software
Is a strong writer, communicator and comfortable with public speaking
Is organized and reliable
Is experienced with coaching and with giving and receiving feedback
Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations
Is knowledgeable and experienced in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners
Served as a member of paid OMN staff for at least 6 months – or – as a volunteer OMN staff for at least 12 months or equivalent
Must complete all elements of the On‑Boarding Curriculum before beginning role
Preferred Qualifications Had been a paid member of staff of the cohort for at least one term
Had prior attendance and participation in OMN Training Camp
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Contact: Jennifer Moody, jennifer.moody@oregonstate.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr