STUDENT ASSISTANT - WEB EDITOR - FOGHORN NEWS POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 9,376 - 13,354; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College’s Foghorn News pool seeks a Student Assistant - Web Editor to manage the student newspaper’s website and social media presence. The role requires eligibility as a current Del Mar College student enrolled for at least 6 credit hours.

Experience with Wordpress is preferred and graphic design skills are a plus as you write stories, capture photos, design pages and produce videos for both print and web editions.

Qualifications

• Current Del Mar College student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
• Wordpress experience preferred.
• Graphic design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the website and social media accounts of Del Mar College's Foghorn News.
• Write stories, shoot photos, design pages and produce videos for the print and web editions.

Skills

Graphic design

Wordpress

Tools

Wordpress

Job description

STUDENT ASSISTANT - WEB EDITOR - FOGHORN NEWS POOL

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Student Assistant assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Posting Number

Job Title

Job Title STUDENT ASSISTANT - WEB EDITOR - FOGHORN NEWS POOL

Department

Department Communications, Languages and Reading

Position Type

Position Type Student

Salary $8.25 per hour

Open Date

Open Date 11/14/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to manage the website and social media accounts of Del Mar College's student newspaper, the Foghorn News.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Del Mar College student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours while employed.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Graphic artist experience a plus.
• Experience with Wordpress preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Manage the website and social media accounts of Del Mar College's Foghorn News.

Job Duty

Write stories, shoot photos, design pages and produce videos for the print and web editions.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current Del Mar College student registered for at least 6 credit hours?
  • Yes (Submission of class schedule required).
  • No.
• * Do you have experience with Wordpress?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.