Student Media Editorial Advisor

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Student Media Editorial Advisor to guide The Auburn Plainsman and other Student Media in news and editorial operations across digital and print platforms. The role includes newsroom management, editorial board advising, and training of student staff.

The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, arranging workshops, and identifying educational opportunities to enhance student success in journalism and communications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or a related field.
• Level I requires a Bachelors degree; Level II requires a Bachelors + 2 years of experience or a Masters degree; Level III requires a Bachelors + 4 years or a Masters + 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial advice and direction primarily to The Auburn Plainsman, but also to the rest of Student Media as needed.
• Advise The Auburn Plainsman editorial board in newsroom management and operations.
• Coordinate and assist in editorial training for Student Media student staff members.
• Collaborate with Communication and Journalism faculty to support student success.
• Seek and oversee educational opportunities including conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunities for students in Student Media, primarily The Auburn Plainsman.
• Collect and analyze data to make informed decisions regarding publication dissemination and newsroom operations for The Auburn Plainsman.

Education

Bachelors degree

Masters degree

Job description

Overview

Student Involvement at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Student Media Editorial Advisor! In this role, the Editorial Advisor will provide direction, management, and guidance to The Auburn Plainsman in its news and editorial operations across both digital and print platforms, as well as in overall newsroom functions. The advisor will also support other Student Media organizations as needed.

Formal AU Job Title: Communications Editor

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial advice and direction primarily to The Auburn Plainsman, but also to the rest of Student Media as needed.
• Advise The Auburn Plainsman editorial board in newsroom management and operations.
• Coordinate and assist in editorial training for Student Media student staff members.
• Collaborate with Communication and Journalism faculty to support student success.
• Seek and oversee educational opportunities including conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunities for students in Student Media, primarily The Auburn Plainsman.
• Collect and analyze data to make informed decisions regarding publication dissemination and newsroom operations for The Auburn Plainsman.

Qualifications

Degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or a related field

Level I -

• Bachelor’s degree

Level II -

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience OR
• Master’s degree

Level III -

• Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience
• Master’s degree plus 2 years of experience

Scope of Experience

Experience in writing and editing communications/ publications and/or in journalism

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications, or related field.
• Two or more years of experience working with a professional news organization as an editor or reporter, providing editorial oversight and/or advice and direction, newsroom management, and training of news writers.
• Experience advising and training college students overseeing a student-run news publication.

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Posted Date

10/15/2026