The Concordian is searching for passionate students to join our team for Volume 40!
The following positions are available for the 2022-23 academic year:
→ News Editors*
→ Features Editor*
→ Podcast Editor*
→ Community Editor
→ Opinions Editor
→ Sports Editor*
→ Music Editor*
→ Arts Editor*
→ Video Editor*
→ Photo Editor*
→ Illustrations/Comics Editor
→ Graphics/Interactive Editor
→ Advertising Managers
→ Business Manager
→ Social Media Manager
→ Head Copy Editor*
*Assistant positions are also available (e.g. Assistant News Editor)
Application deadline: June 1st
To apply, submit the following to applications@theconcordian.com:
CV
3-5 examples of your work
Link to your website or portfolio, if available
Brief cover letter (see instructions below)
The Concordian encourages BIPOC candidates to apply and will prioritize BIPOC applicants with similar credentials (CV/portfolio/cover letter).
All positions are paid a weekly honorarium.
Cover Letter Instructions:
We'd like to know who you are and why you're interested in The Concordian. Here's what to include:
- Personal introduction
- State the position(s) you are applying for
- Discuss experience and/or supplemental qualifications
- Describe your relationship to journalism
- Explain why you are interested in the role, and what makes you the best candidate for the position(s)
*Please write no more than 400 words
Reasons to work for us:
We aim to provide a paid opportunity for you to broaden your portfolio while obtaining real-life journalistic experience in the field.
Along with being repeatedly published in print and online formats, the management team will seek out additional opportunities for you to gain pre-career notoriety.
Former staff members of The Concordian have gone on to have successful careers with CBC News, The Globe and Mail, The National Post, and many others.
You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, network with professional journalists, hone skills, and pitch ideas in a supportive environment.
We're looking for bold & motivated.
Ideally, you:
→ Are obsessively passionate about your craft (to a concerning extent)
→ Want to practice journalism in good faith, following the standards of objectivity
→ Vibe with the team: you stay compassionate, positive, open-minded & supportive no matter what
→ Always communicate directly & openly regarding mistakes that you or another person has made
→ Stay organized and are able to meet deadlines efficiently
→ Always think about, test, and advocate for new ideas
→ Have goals tied to ethical and meaningful work
→ Care about Concordia University's community
Stay tuned for detailed posts on each position!
Questions? Nervous about applying?
Feel free to reply to this email with any questions or concerns.
We are looking forward to receiving your application soon!
Sincerely,
Bogdan Lytvynenko
Managing Editor of The Concordian