Job Summary

The Managing editor of the Michigan Times will be responsible for assisting editor-in chief of school paper in daily operations as well as assigning, editing, and writing content for the paper.

Responsibilities*

• Working with the editor in chief to create and carry out short-and long-term goals of the student newspaper.
• Developing and assigning story ideas.
• Assisting in overseeing a group of reporters/writers and guiding them as needed to meet expectations.
• Facilitating or co-facilitating regular editorial meetings.
• Curating editorial schedule for online and printed content.
• Critiquing and editing stories and coaching writers through revisions.
• Developing and assigning ideas for photos and art to accompany stories.

Required Qualifications*

• Current UM-Flint Student
• Willingness to learn Associated Press style
• Willingness to learn and uphold ethical norms of journalism
• 2.5 GPA or higher
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills

Desired Qualifications*

• Strong interest in writing and/or journalism

Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence.  Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.