Student Worker- Staff Writer Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal

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Staff Writer – Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal (Student‑run organization)

The Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal is a student‑run organization that publishes two journals per semester. As a Staff Writer, you will chronologize the publication, maintain the blog, produce bi‑monthly artist spotlights, and collaborate with University Archives to digitize past editions.

• Revitalize and maintain the Brushfire blog, including writing a weekly newsletter summarizing activities and events.
• Write bi‑monthly artist spotlights by reaching out to, interviewing, and profiling artists/writers.
• Collaborate with University Archives to digitize past Brushfire editions (no technical experience required).
• Attend weekly meetings to discuss progress, announcements, and challenges.

• Current enrolled student at the University of Nevada, Reno.
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable conducting interviews and meeting new people.
• Experience and/or knowledge in the field of art or related arts.
• Strong understanding of the mechanics of the English language.

• Hourly rate: $12.00 per hour.
• Student Employee Level: 1.
• Expected hours per week: 10–13.
• Schedule may be subject to change based on organizational needs.

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