Staff writers are responsible for writing two articles per issue, at least one of which must be news articles and articles relating to campus events.
Because they are paid members of the Cascade staff, a staff writer is expected to write more comprehensive articles than a contributor.
At all times, staff writers must adhere to the policies and procedures of the Cascade Journalism Society and Canadian University Press Code of Ethics, and always behave in an ethical manner as a representative of the paper.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Attend writers’ meetings and take assignments as needed.
2. Contribute a minimum of two full-length articles per issue (one interview-based news article, and one article of the writer’s choice).
3. Must be able to write copy to deadline, complete copy in a timely manner, and be available to cover breaking news, as requested by the News Editor, Managing Editor, or Editor-in-Chief.
4. Attend workshops and team building events as required.
5. Be available to cover Student Union Society meetings and events, as requested by the News Editor.
6. Perform other job-related duties as required by the Managing Editor and/or Editor-in-Chief.
7. Take photos of campus events as required.
8. Work a minimum of two in-office hours per week as scheduled by the Managing Editor.
Qualifications:
1. Must be registered in the equivalent of at least one for-credit course at UFV during the fall and winter semesters.
2. Must be available to work varying hours.
3. Must be able to deal effectively with Society and university staff, students, and the general public.
4. Must demonstrate strong command of the English language through writing ability.
All interested applicants must submit the following: a resume, a cover letter, and a sample of written work, ideally an example of reporting. The deadline for applications is July 22. Applications and questions can be sent to Managing Editor Mitch Huttema (mitch@ufvcascade.ca)
