Student Native American Campus Beat Reporter

The Minnesota Daily; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 2,200 - 5,600; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Daily is seeking a part-time student reporter to cover stories on the Native American community at the University of Minnesota. The role is 15 hours per week with a piece-rate pay structure and no guaranteed minimum.

Produce about three stories every two weeks, develop sources, and collaborate with editors and mentors from the Hubbard School of Journalism. A strong interest in news, deadlines, and campus engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a University of Minnesota student.
• Writing-related coursework strongly advised.
• Strong grammar and style knowledge recommended.

Responsibilities

• Produce between three stories every two weeks.
• Develop story ideas and maintains source contacts with the Native American community on the University of Minnesota Campus.
• Work closely with editors to determine angles and appropriate sourcing for stories.
• Work closely with mentors provided through the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
• Think creatively about news presentation (photos, graphics, etc.).
• Be well-read on issues surrounding their beat.
• Respect all deadlines.

Skills

Journalism interest

Social media presence

Deadline oriented

Networking

Education

University of Minnesota student

Job description

The Minnesota Daily is seeking a part-time student reporter to cover stories on the Native American community at the University of Minnesota. The role is 15 hours per week with a piece-rate pay structure and no guaranteed minimum.

Produce about three stories every two weeks, develop sources, and collaborate with editors and mentors from the Hubbard School of Journalism. A strong interest in news, deadlines, and campus engagement are essential.