News Reporter

3 weeks ago


Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Msumcmaster Full time
Term: September 1 - April 30

Reports to: Silhouette News Editor

Rate: B2

Hours: 6 - 8 Hours per week

The Silhouette is McMaster University's student-run newspaper. The Sil has been in publication for over 80 years, first hitting the newsstands in the fall of 1930. To see more on the MSU site, click here.

Overview

Whether it's a breaking news story or an ongoing investigation, Silhouette reporters will be there and are committed to informing the student body of the issues and concerns that affect their lives. The Sil's sports section is your best way to keep up with the exploits of the many Mac varsity teams, while Arts & Culture provides useful and insightful profiles, features, and tips to help you get the most out of student life. The Sil's opinions section is your own forum through which you can speak to the masses. Got something to say? Submit an OpEd piece by two days prior to that week's publication.

Please note this posting closes Friday March 14th at 12pm - noon.

Responsibilities

The News Reporter writes two stories a week for the News section under the direction of the News Editor. They are responsible for generating their own story ideas and are expected to be fairly autonomous and independent.

Research & Assignment Function (45%)

- Search for stories on campus by maintaining contacts and visiting University departments.
- Maintain communication with section editor to ensure no crossover of content and that stories are relevant to students.
- Ensure accuracy by research and with back issues of The Silhouette.

Writing Function (45%)

- Research the story, attend events, and contact people involved.
- Two stories a week minimum, one for publication in the Silhouette and for broadcast on 93.3 CFMU.

Editing Function (10%)

- Ensure stories are accurate, coherent, balanced, grammatical, and otherwise well written.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Ability to write grammatically correct sentences and coherent stories in accordance with Canadian Press style.
- Assertive and clear communication ability to reach contacts and ascertain correct facts.
- Personal skills to work with colleagues, volunteers, and the public.
- Able to use Microsoft Word and basic e-mail platforms.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Editing ability.
- Interviewing and analysis skills.
- Knowledge of Media Law.

Effort & Responsibility

- Attention to detail to maintain accuracy and balance.
- Persistence to get the right information from contacts.
- Approach subjects as layperson in order to get the appropriate information from contacts and provide an objective and clear account.
- Effort required to maintain consistency of work during long hours.

Working Conditions

- Silhouette office (open office with many computer terminals and a lounge).
- Time demands may exceed stated hours of work.

Training and Experience

- Journalism experience (previous volunteer experience with the Silhouette an asset).
- Computer and basic photography training will be provided.
- Rudimentary knowledge of media.

Equipment

- Computer equipment for writing responsibilities.
- Recording tools for interviewing and transcribing.

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