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Academy of Art University is currently hiring for a part-time Publications Staff Reporter to work with our online news publication. This is a remote position, however candidates should be local to our San Francisco campus locations to report on University events and conduct in-person interviews with faculty, staff, and students. This is a fun, exciting position for professional writers that have a passion for the arts!
Responsibilities:
Work with academic departments on story leads to pitch to the Editor
Work on assigned articles for Academy Art U News on-site (research, contact and interview sources, write up, and fact check articles to submit for review to Editor)
Attend and cover Academy of Art University events for Academy Art U News. Events may take place during the evenings and occasionally on weekends
Turnaround a minimum of two (2) articles for Academy Art U News on a weekly basis
Assist on additional Publications projects (i.e. department brochures), when needed (write copy, interview staff and alumni, proof-reading)
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Deep love of art and artists!
Bachelors’ degree in Journalism or related field preferred
1-2 years' experience writing for a publication and working under and Editor
Must be familiar with AP Style Guide, Mac and PC proficient and working knowledge of MS Office.
Strong sense of time management with the ability to meet deadlines
Must be flexible with the work schedule - position requires evening and some weekend availability
To be considered for an interview, candidates must submit a writing sample.
Compensation:
$19.00/hour
Benefits:
Academy of Art University offers part-time employees 401k options, paid sick leave and access to a commuter benefit program. We also have a swimming pool with multiple lanes, two fitness centers and many recreational programs that you are welcome to benefit from throughout the year.
Application Deadline: July 25, 2024
Academy of Art University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of age, Aids or HIV positive status, marital status, domestic partnership, medical condition or genetic characteristics, race or national origin, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender identity, gender or sexual orientation, name change, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other status protected by federal, state, local or other law. Academy of Art University will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Equal access to the hiring process, services, and employment is available to all persons. Applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact the Human Resources Department at HR@academyart.edu
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