Student Opinion Columnist — Weekly, Paid Per Piece

Mndailymedia; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 9,100 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Daily is seeking a student columnist to provide clear, incisive opinions on campus news and issues. You will pitch and write one weekly column (700-1000 words) and work with the opinion editor to shape content and style.

Paid on a piece-rate basis, with no hourly wage or guaranteed minimum, you’ll earn according to published rates for each piece, with approximately 8 pieces per week. Strong deadlines and campus knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a University of Minnesota student.
• Excellent writing skills (scores in writing-related coursework are advantageous).
• Strong interest in opinion writing and campus/community coverage.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and write one column per week (700-1000 words).
• Collaborate with opinion editor on content and style; attend weekly pitch meetings.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Deadline-driven

Research ability

Opinions writing interest

Education

University of Minnesota student

Job description

The Minnesota Daily is seeking a student columnist to provide clear, incisive opinions on campus news and issues. You will pitch and write one weekly column (700-1000 words) and work with the opinion editor to shape content and style.

Paid on a piece-rate basis, with no hourly wage or guaranteed minimum, you’ll earn according to published rates for each piece, with approximately 8 pieces per week. Strong deadlines and campus knowledge are essential.