Student Worker - Sagebrush Opinion Editor

Opinion Editor The job of the Opinion Editor is to ensure readers of The Nevada Sagebrush are presented with a balanced set of well‑written, well‑argued opinions weekly. Applicants must be capable of writing and editing articles throughout the week, publishing them on the Nevada Sagebrush website and social media channels. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, communication and organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across sections in a fast‑paced newsroom environment. A basic understanding of media ethics and media law, especially as they pertain to reporting on a college campus, is also required. Responsibilities Manage relationships with contributing writers and solicit new contributors. Edit articles and multimedia content for clarity, accuracy, style and AP standards. Support section editors with editing workload and production needs. Ensure timely articles submitted for edits are reviewed and returned the same day when necessary to meet publication deadlines. Assist with volunteer recruitment, outreach and retention efforts. Help organize fundraising initiatives, networking opportunities and community events. Build and maintain relationships with campus organizations, community partners and media contacts. Collaborate with staff to strengthen newsroom communication and workflow. Uphold media ethics, newsroom standards and professional journalism practices. Contribute reporting, writing and multimedia content as needed. Mentor staff members and assist with onboarding and newsroom development. Qualifications Required: Student of the University of Nevada, Reno, maintaining a 2.00 GPA and enrolled in at least 12 credits (except graduating seniors). Strong leadership experience. Experience with AP style and writing for print or online. Experience writing headlines. Strong voice within articles and ability to work well under deadlines. Familiarity with current Sagebrush work (articles, multimedia, social media). Experience with social media and WordPress. Preferred: Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign. Experience with multimedia programs such as Premiere Pro, Audition, and After Effects. Compensation Grade $12 per hour; hours determined by the Nevada Sagebrush Executive Editor. This position is exempt and not a full‑time equivalent (0.0%). EEO Statement The University of Nevada, Reno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The institution is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr