Criterion Writer

Job Description

Description/Duties:

• A writer for any Criterion section is expected to write various Criterion pieces per quarter, depending on need and after receiving explicit instruction from theeditorialteam.

• All writers are expected to edit their work during multiple rounds of notes from the editorial team.

• Writers must respond in a timely manner and are responsible for properly applying notes made by the editorial team.

• Writers are responsible for conducting researchor interviews when needed and instructed by the editorial team.

• Writers are expected to attend any and all writer workshops when one is deemed necessary.

• Writers must uphold journalistic standards and familiarize themselves with AP-style writing.

• Regularlymeet with respective section editors regarding pieces.

Stipulations:

• Must be a registered La Sierra Student

• Must complete
  
  Student Authorization Form with Silvia Stenner (Office of Student Life)

• Must have received Work Clearance Approval from Human Resources before taking on assignments

Expectations:

• Writers are not to exceed more than four hours clocked in per-pay period (2-week pay period)

• If accepted, you will be placed in one of the following sections:
  Arts & Entertainment, News, Campus Corner, or Features

Applying for Criterion Writer:

• Complete HR standard application

• Uploaddocuments,resume, and writing sample required(cover letter and any other materials are optional). Please note that writing samples should follow these guidelines:

• It should be anon-creative piece.

• Something written for a class is preferable.

• It should be roughly 2-3 pages

• It can not be something that was written for Criterion with the editorial help of the Criterion staff.

Please note: you must reapply to be a writer for Criterion for the 2023 - 2024 year, even if you have worked with Criterion in the past.

Pay Range :$16.50 to $17.00 per hour