CMUnow Student Writer

Colorado Mesa University; United States; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University is seeking a CMUnow Student Writer to create engaging, accurate and university-focused stories that highlight the people, programs, achievements and experiences that make Colorado Mesa University unique.

Working with the Marketing and Communications team, the student writer will research story ideas, conduct interviews, write articles and help share the Maverick experience with campus and community audiences.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews and research independently.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Interest in journalism, communications, storytelling or higher education.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research, pitch and develop story ideas relevant to CMU students, faculty, alumni and the community.
• Interview students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Write, edit and fact-check articles for CMUnow.
• Meet editorial deadlines and collaborate with the communications team.
• Identify opportunities to highlight student experiences, academic programs and campus events and university achievements.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Communication skills

Interviewing

Attention to detail

Journalism interest

Deadline management

Job description

FLSA Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

SECTION I - OUR VALUES

CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies,we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values

• Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
• Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
• Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
• Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
• Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
• Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
• Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

The CMUnow Student Writer creates engaging, accurate and university-focused stories that highlight the people, programs, achievements and experiences that make Colorado Mesa University unique. Working with the Marketing and Communications team, the student writer will research story ideas, conduct interviews, write articles and help share the Maverick experience with campus and community audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, pitch and develop story ideas relevant to CMU students, faculty, alumni and the community.
• Interview students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Write, edit and fact-check articles for CMUnow.
• Meet editorial deadlines and collaborate with the communications team.
• Identify opportunities to highlight student experiences, academic programs, campus events and university achievements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews and research independently.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Interest in journalism, communications, storytelling or higher education.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Application Requirements

Submit a recent essay or a piece of writing in addition to a resume.

Cover letter is optional if you would like to tell us why you are the best person for the role.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings. Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels. At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands. The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.