Student Publications Manager

The Department of Journalism and Media Studies at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Student Publications Manager position.

• Recruitment and training of student stall, including conducting bi-annual workshops.

• Assist student staff with story/content production for The Blue & White Flash campus newspaper and JSU experience Magazine, which includes staff meetings, story assignments, photo assignments, writing assistance, and editing.

• Oversee the review/editing and approval process for all published content by deadline.

• Oversee contracted web manager and graphic designer with content for the newspaper website and printed magazine.

• Coordinate the publication/distribution of The Blue & White Flash newspaper and experience Magazine.

• Ensure compliance with journalism industry standards and Code of Ethics.

• Responsible for all clerical and office management duties, including but not limited to maintaining budget accounts and files.

• Coordinate production schedules for newspapers and magazines.

• Supervise JMS Practicum students.

• Supervise payroll timesheets for work-study/work.
  
  -aid students.

• Supervise content archiving and retrieval processes.

• Other Duties as Assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field

• Extensive experience in a senior editorial or publishing role

• Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing tools

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Experience with budget management and cost optimization

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Strong attention to detail and quality control

• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills

• Familiarity with desktop publishing software and design tools

• Sound knowledge of editorial processes and publishing standards