Assume responsibility for all content in the section
 Provide a weekly report to the managing editor regarding the status of stories, graphics, photos, and design for the section
 Assign stories/assignments to staff members with instructions about content possibilities, length, and deadlines
 Follow up with reporters about the status of individual assignments before deadline
 Edit and proofread all section content while working with writers and reporters to verify
information such as names, numbers, and accuracy of details within each story
 Train staff and improve the reporting and writing quality by providing extensive feedback
regarding angles, sources, leads, and overall content during the editing process
 Write all stories for the section unclaimed by writers
 Communicate with the photo and graphic design editors to plan visual elements of each page
 Design and lay out the section with a focus on fair and accurate coverage
 Edit headlines and/or captions
 Develop and maintain contact with sources appropriate to the section
 Maintain high journalism standards, acting as an example to the staff and the college community contributing as an active writer, designer, or photographer on staff with every issue
 Represent staff by attending Board of Trustee and student governance meetings or by assigning this task to a staff reporter

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range:

11.15