Oregon State University is hiring: Orange Media Network (OMN) Justice, Equity an

Orange Media Network (OMN) Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter 2024-2025

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• Resume

For additional information please contact: Jennifer Moody at jennifer.moody@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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Position Information

Job Title: Orange Media Network (OMN) Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter 2024-2025

Appointment Type: Student Employee

Job Location: Oregon State University

Appointment Percent: 100

Appointment Basis: 12 months

Pay Method: Hourly

Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date: Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate: $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate: $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter position for the Orange Media Network (OMN) at Oregon State University (OSU). The OMN Justice, Equity and Diversity reporter is responsible for researching, pitching and writing/creating content specific to issues surrounding justice, equity, diversity and belonging on Oregon State University’s campus. Content will be published both in print and online, as assigned by the editors-in-chief of The Barometer, Beaver’s Digest or DAMchic.

Position Duties

Responsibilities:

• Connect and build relationships with individuals and communities whose focus is equity, inclusion, belonging and justice.
• Meet with various individuals/organizations in person or via email, phone or Zoom a minimum of once each week to develop story ideas.
• Create for publication a minimum of two pieces of content each week.
• Work with photographers and designers to enhance content through photos, graphics and multimedia.
• Attend all cohort meetings as required by editor(s) in chief; communicate attendance plans in advance.
• Participate in readouts with editors to make any necessary revisions in style or content.
• Act in a professional manner at all times and create and maintain collegial working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned by the editor.

Communication

• Respond to emails, messages, team chats and phone calls the same day, professionally representing OMN.
• Work 10 regular office hours each week for Orange Media Network.
• Notify adviser immediately should any ethical, legal, personnel or controversial problems occur.

Leadership

• Follow all OMN policies and procedures.
• Ensure designs and content are centered on equitable representation and inclusion.
• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Has had prior reporting experience.
• Willing to learn AP Style and work within the SPJ Code of Ethics.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and academic breaks.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Is a strong writer, communicator and comfortable with public speaking.
• Is organized and reliable.
• Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter’s employment dates:

• Onboarding: TBD; will include training on cultural literacy specific to media coverage.
• Full Start: Sept. 9, 2024-May 31, 2025.

Pay Rate:

Full Start: 10 hours per week, $638 per month.

Posting Information

Posting Number: P10999SE

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 09/09/2024

Closing Date: 01/17/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• Resume

For additional information please contact: Jennifer Moody at jennifer.moody@oregonstate.edu.

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