Oregon State University is hiring: Orange Media Network Assistant Photo Editor i

Content Summary: Orange Media Network Assistant Photo Editor at Corvallis, for Oregon State University Position Details

Position Information

Job Title
Orange Media Network Assistant Photo Editor

Appointment Type
Student Employee

Job Location
Corvallis

Position Appointment Percent
100

Appointment Basis
12

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
$14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (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 (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Assistant Photo Editor position for Orange Media Network at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Assistant Photo Editor is responsible for working in collaboration with the photo editor and with OMN's various mediums to create and produce photographic content for use in print and online publications.

Position Duties

Assist photo editor with finding, coordinating and assigning photo assignments to photographers for The Daily Barometer, OMN magazines and websites; coach photographers to pitch their own ideas, choose and edit their best photos

• Edit photos using editing software
• Ensure all photos have accurate and engaging captions written in Associated Press style
• Assist with running weekly cohort meetings with Photography staff and adviser to train, review the week's strengths and areas for improvement, plan and execute activities for the upcoming week, month, and term
• Attend team meetings for Baro, Beaver's Digest and/or DAMchic as needed to coordinate photo coverage and details
• Ensure all photo assignments accurately represent the story and follow proper ethical guidelines
• Compile and post photo galleries online on a regular basis on website(s) and social media platforms
• Ensure photos are properly archived, organized by term and subject, including date, place, photographer and other caption information
• Assist Baro with production, reviewing pages and photo placement, and ensuring photo caption information is accurate and complete before publication
• Assist with breaking and other news coverage as needed, including nights, weekends and academic breaks
• Attend weekly red mark meetings with Baro staff to review photographic content with adviser
• Work to ensure that OMN program content is current, relevant, and consistent with OMN's mission, vision, and policies
• Other duties as assigned by the adviser

Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Have working knowledge of digital cameras and basic photojournalism skills
• Knowledgeable in newsgathering, news values and fact-checking strategies
• Willing to learn AP style and work within the SPJ Code of Ethics
• Proficient in photo editing software
• Is organized and reliable
• Is a strong communicator and comfortable with public speaking
• Is experienced with coaching and with giving and receiving feedback
• Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations
• Is knowledgeable and experienced in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partner

Preferred (Special) Qualifications

• Served as a member of paid OMN staff for at least 6 months - or - as a volunteer at OMN for at least 12 months
• Had prior attendance and participation in OMN Fall training
• Experience with Photoshop and/or lightroom

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
P11830SE

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
03/31/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date
02/17/2025

Full Consideration Date
02/28/2025

Closing Date
03/07/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
•A Resume
•A Cover Letter
•Your Portfolio

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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Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval