Opinion Editor – NAIT Nugget

Opinion Editor – NAIT Nugget (2026/27)

Start Date – August 1, 2026

Contract End – April 15, 2027

Do you have strong opinions and the ability to back them up? Are you passionate about exploring different perspectives, challenging ideas, and making people think? If you love a good debate, know how to craft a compelling argument, and want to lead a section that sparks discussion, apply to be our next Opinion Editor! You’ll write about everything from issues on campus to album reviews to satirical essays that poke fun at the world around us.

You don’t need to be an experienced journalist—just someone who loves sharing their voice, values accuracy, and wants to help keep students informed.

Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Staying informed about what’s happening on campus and in the world
• Write/create 1 story a week, whether it’s written or digital — openness to multimedia storytelling (appearing in video, podcasts, social media) is a must
• Oversee the Opinion section, assigning stories to contributors and light editing of submissions
• Some administrative work, like emailing contributors recap emails after they pick something up
• Finding and pitching relevant stories each week
• Working independently to interview, investigate, research and write
• Collaborate with the rest of the editorial team to cover everything NAIT

• A critical thinker who can analyze issues from multiple angles. You must be comfortable challenging people, as the opinion section gets to say it like it is (backed up by research!)
• A creative mind and curious thinker. It takes work to find stories and know what people are talking about, so you'll need to be curious and creative to find and capture stories.
• A great communicator who knows how to stay organized. You'll be the lead of a section, so you will be juggling a lot of projects—both your own and your contributors! You should know when to ask for help and be great with deadlines.
• A leader who can set the tone for your section. Contributors will look to you for story ideas and guidance. The Senior Editor and Editor-in-Chief will be there to support you, but we want someone who can take charge and make decisions.

• Amazing perks, including access to the Nugget office
• Grow your writing, leadership and research skills
• Great opportunity for anyone interested in journalism, media, or advocacy
• Be part of a team dedicated to sharing information and keeping students informed

• Salary:
  Starting at $500 per month
• Work Hours:
  
  Flexible hours with some requirements for mandatory meetings
• Employment Term:
  August 1, 2026 to April 15, 2027

• Must be a current NAIT student enrolled for the full 2026/27 academic year, until at least April 2027
• Must be available for training during the first week of August; flexible work schedule for the rest of August

• Excellent written communication skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently
• Reliable and dependable to meet deadlines

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide the following:

• Resume (PDF)
• Cover Letter (PDF). Within your cover letter, please answer the following question:
  What interests you in this role and working for the Nugget?
• Sample(s) of your work. Please upload at least one writing sample. This does not need to be professional work; any original content you have written will be accepted.
• Application responses and writing sample should be written in the candidate's own words and not generated by AI or automated tools. Applications may be reviewed for originality as part of the assessment process.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
• Interviews are expected to begin in late March / early April
• Interviews will take place on campus
• This position starts on August 1, 2026

Email  for general employment inquiries or to request accommodations during the recruitment or hiring process. Please do not use this email to request updates on your application status.

March 13th at 3:00PM, or until suitable candidates are found.

We can’t wait to see your application!