Illinois State University is hiring: Vidette Section Editors in Chicago
Illinois State University, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview Job no: 521514
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Vidette Section Editors
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Vidette
Responsibilities In the News, Sports and Entertainment Editor roles, hire and train reporters, assign, read, and edit all stories with assistance from assistant editors (if applicable).
Collaborate with reporters and fellow subeditors; coordinate with the Social Media Manager who oversees content on multiple social platforms.
Ensure content may be influenced or changed by the Editor in Chief and that the Chief Copy Editor oversees copy editor interns and volunteers.
Additional Information Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan. More information can be foundhere.
Pay Rate $15-15.50/hour
Required Qualifications Be enrolled in a minimum of at least six undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the current spring semester or upcoming fall semester or 3 credit hours over the summer term and be in good academic and disciplinary standing within Illinois State University.
Preferred Qualifications Have some basic understanding of news reporting, photography, web content, social media, and graphic design, AP Style, editing and other phases of the daily operation of the campus newspaper and its digital platforms.
Work Hours 10 hours per week.
Functional Expectations Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: effectively communicate on a daily basis.
Proposed Starting Date May 2026
Required Applicant Documents Resume & Cover Letter
Note Please Note : These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".
Special Instructions for Applicants The Vidette Editor in Chief will interview candidates for all positions in April. Applicants selected for interviews will be notified of tentative interview times as well as the site of the interviews.
Important Information for Applicants This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.
International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 03/13/2026 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: 03/26/2026 11:55 PM CST
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In Summary: The Vidette Editor in Chief will interview candidates for all positions in April . The position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review . Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment . International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs .
En Español: Descripción general de trabajo no: 521514 Tipo de trabajo: En el campus Ubicación: Normal, Illinois Título: Editorios de la sección Vidette Clasificación del empleado: Ayuda al estudiante División Regular Nombre: Departamento de Asuntos Académicos: Responsabilidades de Vidette En las noticias, deportes y entretenimiento Roles de editor, contratar y capacitar a los reporteros, asignar, leer y editar todas las historias con la ayuda de editores asistentes (si corresponde). Colaborar con periodistas y otros subeditores; coordinar con el gerente de redes sociales que supervisa contenido en múltiples plataformas sociales. Se puede encontrar más información aquí. Tarifa de pago $15-15.50/hora Calificaciones requeridas Inscribirse en un mínimo de seis horas de crédito universitario o 5 horas de créditos de posgrado durante el semestre actual de primavera o próximo semestre otoño o 3 horas de credito durante el período de verano y estar en una buena posición académica y disciplinaria dentro de la Universidad Estatal de Illinois. Qualificaciones preferentes Tener algún conocimiento básico de informes de noticias, fotografía, contenido web, medios sociales y diseño gráfico, estilo AP, edición y otras fases del funcionamiento diario del periódico campus y sus plataformas digitales. Horas de trabajo 10 horas por semana. Expectativas funcionales Deben ser capaces de completar las siguientes tareas con o sin un ajuste razonable: Candidato a base diaria. Propuesta para comenzar la fecha de pedido 2026 Mayo Requerido Aplicar Documentos y Notificación de presentación de solicitudes de recubrimientos: Estos documentos deben presentarse en línea antes de que los solicitantes puedan comunicarse sobre estas posiciones. Los solicitantes seleccionados para las entrevistas serán notificados de los horarios provisionales de la entrevista, así como del sitio de las encuestas. Información importante para los solicitantes Esta posición está sujeta a una investigación criminal y si corresponde, a un examen de antecedentes laborales basado en la Política Universitaria 3.1.30 y cualquier oferta de empleo depende de que usted pase una satisfactoria investigación penal y/o revisión de historia laboral. Usted no puede comenzar el trabajo hasta que se hayan recibido los resultados de la investigación de antecesores penales y aprobado por Recursos Humanos. Además, todas las citas están condicionadas a la prueba de elegibilidad al empleo en Illinois State University para cumplir con las tareas requeridas descritas en su fecha programada de inicio. La Ley Pública de Inmigración y Control de 1986, 99-603, requiere que todos los nuevos empleados presenten un I-9 en persona y no más tarde de tres días desde el comienzo del empleo. Esto puede ser realizado dentro del departamento o recursos humanos. El proveedor de la lista de impuestos debe asegurarse de que sus nombramientos sean exactos a través de la ley federal de Illinois. Por esta razón, cada empleado debe tener un número de Seguro Social válido registrado en la universidad al momento del empleo y/o tan pronto como sea posible, pero no más tarde de 45 días a partir de la fecha de inicio. El incumplimiento de esta ley puede resultar en la cancelación de su cita. Los empleados estudiantiles de la Universidad Estatal de Illinois están restringidos a no más de 28 horas por semana de trabajo en el campus para todos los puestos ocupados. La Oficina de Igualdad en Oportunidades y Acceso mantendrá confidencial toda la información que proporcione. Si tiene dificultades para acceder al sistema, llame a Recursos Humanos al (309) 438-8311.
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Vidette Section Editors
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Vidette
Responsibilities In the News, Sports and Entertainment Editor roles, hire and train reporters, assign, read, and edit all stories with assistance from assistant editors (if applicable).
Collaborate with reporters and fellow subeditors; coordinate with the Social Media Manager who oversees content on multiple social platforms.
Ensure content may be influenced or changed by the Editor in Chief and that the Chief Copy Editor oversees copy editor interns and volunteers.
Additional Information Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan. More information can be foundhere.
Pay Rate $15-15.50/hour
Required Qualifications Be enrolled in a minimum of at least six undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the current spring semester or upcoming fall semester or 3 credit hours over the summer term and be in good academic and disciplinary standing within Illinois State University.
Preferred Qualifications Have some basic understanding of news reporting, photography, web content, social media, and graphic design, AP Style, editing and other phases of the daily operation of the campus newspaper and its digital platforms.
Work Hours 10 hours per week.
Functional Expectations Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: effectively communicate on a daily basis.
Proposed Starting Date May 2026
Required Applicant Documents Resume & Cover Letter
Note Please Note : These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".
Special Instructions for Applicants The Vidette Editor in Chief will interview candidates for all positions in April. Applicants selected for interviews will be notified of tentative interview times as well as the site of the interviews.
Important Information for Applicants This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.
International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 03/13/2026 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: 03/26/2026 11:55 PM CST
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Vidette Editor in Chief will interview candidates for all positions in April . The position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review . Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment . International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs .
En Español: Descripción general de trabajo no: 521514 Tipo de trabajo: En el campus Ubicación: Normal, Illinois Título: Editorios de la sección Vidette Clasificación del empleado: Ayuda al estudiante División Regular Nombre: Departamento de Asuntos Académicos: Responsabilidades de Vidette En las noticias, deportes y entretenimiento Roles de editor, contratar y capacitar a los reporteros, asignar, leer y editar todas las historias con la ayuda de editores asistentes (si corresponde). Colaborar con periodistas y otros subeditores; coordinar con el gerente de redes sociales que supervisa contenido en múltiples plataformas sociales. Se puede encontrar más información aquí. Tarifa de pago $15-15.50/hora Calificaciones requeridas Inscribirse en un mínimo de seis horas de crédito universitario o 5 horas de créditos de posgrado durante el semestre actual de primavera o próximo semestre otoño o 3 horas de credito durante el período de verano y estar en una buena posición académica y disciplinaria dentro de la Universidad Estatal de Illinois. Qualificaciones preferentes Tener algún conocimiento básico de informes de noticias, fotografía, contenido web, medios sociales y diseño gráfico, estilo AP, edición y otras fases del funcionamiento diario del periódico campus y sus plataformas digitales. Horas de trabajo 10 horas por semana. Expectativas funcionales Deben ser capaces de completar las siguientes tareas con o sin un ajuste razonable: Candidato a base diaria. Propuesta para comenzar la fecha de pedido 2026 Mayo Requerido Aplicar Documentos y Notificación de presentación de solicitudes de recubrimientos: Estos documentos deben presentarse en línea antes de que los solicitantes puedan comunicarse sobre estas posiciones. Los solicitantes seleccionados para las entrevistas serán notificados de los horarios provisionales de la entrevista, así como del sitio de las encuestas. Información importante para los solicitantes Esta posición está sujeta a una investigación criminal y si corresponde, a un examen de antecedentes laborales basado en la Política Universitaria 3.1.30 y cualquier oferta de empleo depende de que usted pase una satisfactoria investigación penal y/o revisión de historia laboral. Usted no puede comenzar el trabajo hasta que se hayan recibido los resultados de la investigación de antecesores penales y aprobado por Recursos Humanos. Además, todas las citas están condicionadas a la prueba de elegibilidad al empleo en Illinois State University para cumplir con las tareas requeridas descritas en su fecha programada de inicio. La Ley Pública de Inmigración y Control de 1986, 99-603, requiere que todos los nuevos empleados presenten un I-9 en persona y no más tarde de tres días desde el comienzo del empleo. Esto puede ser realizado dentro del departamento o recursos humanos. El proveedor de la lista de impuestos debe asegurarse de que sus nombramientos sean exactos a través de la ley federal de Illinois. Por esta razón, cada empleado debe tener un número de Seguro Social válido registrado en la universidad al momento del empleo y/o tan pronto como sea posible, pero no más tarde de 45 días a partir de la fecha de inicio. El incumplimiento de esta ley puede resultar en la cancelación de su cita. Los empleados estudiantiles de la Universidad Estatal de Illinois están restringidos a no más de 28 horas por semana de trabajo en el campus para todos los puestos ocupados. La Oficina de Igualdad en Oportunidades y Acceso mantendrá confidencial toda la información que proporcione. Si tiene dificultades para acceder al sistema, llame a Recursos Humanos al (309) 438-8311.