The Logos Student Newspaper Multimedia Journalist

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 16,531; Part time

Job summary

A local university in Mission, Kansas, seeks a Multimedia Journalist for The Logos Student Newspaper. The role supports the editorial team in producing digital content, identifying news stories and managing various media formats. This part-time position requires students to uphold academic performance and offers a salary of $12/hr. Ideal candidates will have strong grammatical and photography skills, with previous journalism experience considered a plus. Availability is up to twenty hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time UIW student during the 2026-27 academic year.
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5, with a 3.0 in the major discipline.
• Previous journalistic experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Identify newsworthy events and story ideas.
• Gather information through research, observation, and interviews.
• Write news stories and features for various formats.
• Edit and proofread content for grammar and style.
• Produce and manage multimedia content.

Skills

Good grammar skills

Associated Press style knowledge

Good photography skills

Ability to work effectively with diverse cultures

Education

Full-time UIW student

Minimum GPA of 2.5

At least a sophomore

Job description

The Logos Student Newspaper Multimedia Journalist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

None.

Position Information

Position Title: The Logos Student Newspaper Multimedia Journalist

Academic Year: 2026-2027

UIW Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary: The Logos Student Newspaper Multimedia Journalist ( MMJ ) helps the editor and assistant editor, in producing The Logos, the student-run digital newspaper. The Logos Student Newspaper Multimedia Journalist reports to the Faculty Advisor for The Logos.

This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.

Essential Functions:

• Identify newsworthy events and story ideas.
• Gather information through research, observation, and interviews.
• Write news stories, features, and articles for various formats.
• Edit and proofread content for grammar, accuracy, and style.
• Conduct interviews, research, and write news stories, features, and other content for different platforms.
• Produce, edit, and manage audio, video, and photographic content.
• Assist in production of the newspaper.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Multimedia journalist should have good grammar skills, know Associated Press style, and have good photography skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• Be a full-time UIW student during the 2026-27 academic year.
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5, with a 3.0 in the major discipline.
• Be at least a sophomore (exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the Board).

Required Work Experience

No required work experience necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference given to students with previous high school or college journalistic experience (newspaper, yearbook, magazine, anthology, broadcasting class, website, etc.).

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None.

Work Hours

Up to twenty hours per week based on student availability.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Posting Number

STU1552PO

Number of Vacancies

3

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Students

Desired Start Date

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

None.

Reports to

Faculty Advisor for the Logos.

Salary

$12/hr

Open Date

06/01/2026

Close Date

03/31/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Writing Sample
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes, I am a doctoral student
• Yes, I am a graduate student
• Yes, I am a senior
• Yes, I am a junior
• Yes, I am a sophomore
• Yes, I am a freshman
• No, I am not a UIW student
• Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?
  • yes
  • no
  • I don't know