The Pendulum, Elon University’s award-winning daily news operation, will have several executive staff positions open starting in the spring semester.
Applications can be downloaded by clicking HERE. You may also come to the Pendulum office on Williamson Avenue to pick one up, as well. Please fill out the application and return it to the Pendulum office by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 22. Questions? Contact editor Anna Johnson at ajohnson18@elon.edu.
We’re looking for well qualified applicants with a thirst for news, strong writing abilities, photographic skill, energy for page design and/or a willingness to work online with video, audio and other multimedia tools. Some positions require five office hours a week and come with a weekly stipend. Opportunities to do more than simply write are available at your community newspaper. The Pendulum continues to make great strides into the online world, and it welcomes students who are willing to shoot video and photos, create podcasts and produce Soundslides photo essays, for example. The Pendulum is a highly creative environment, seeking intelligent, committed and driven students. If you fit that description, then apply immediately.
Positions Available:
News Editor
Responsible for all news content of the paper. Must coordinate reporters, photo assignments and coverage. Two positions are available.
Opinions Editor
Responsible for opinions content in the paper. Must coordinate with columnists, maintain opinions blog and be willing to record podcasts. Also responsible for writing staff editorials most weeks.
Features Editor
Responsible for half of the style section in the paper. Must coordinate reporters, photo assignments and coverage.
Arts and Entertainment Editor
Responsible for half of the style section in the paper. Must coordinate reporters, photo assignments and coverage.
Sports Editor
Responsible for sports content in the paper. Must coordinate with columnists, photo assignments and coverage. Must maintain sports blog and be willing to record podcasts at least once a week.
Online Programs Director
Responsible for coordinating content on blogs, social media sites and podcasts. Must be willing to work with the multimedia team to produce content.
Copy Editor*
Do you have a sharp eye for grammar, punctuation and AP Style errors? If so, this is the job for you. We’re looking for people to look over copy diligently and ensure that the Pendulum has all it’s T’s crossed and I’s dotted.
Design Editor*
Do you dream of text boxes, well-placed pictures and awesome infographics? Are you loving the Pendulum’s new look? Then join our staff as a design editor. We’re looking for someone who is creative, fun and pays a high attention to detail to join our design team. A qualified candidate would have strong InDesign and Photoshop skills. Headline and cutline writing skills are important too. Spelling abilities are a bonus.
Graphics Editor*
Responsible for designing graphics when section editors or senior reporters request them. Must have strong InDesign and Photoshop skills, and a creative flair.
Photo Editor*
Responsible for assigning all photos to a photography staff. Must have knowledge of Photoshop and be capable of writing effective cutlines.
Multimedia Editor*
Responsible for completing assignments for The Pendulum Online. Applicant should be able to shoot and edit video, help with podcasts and blogs and be available to help with all Web work.
Senior Reporter*
If reporting is your game, then this is the job for you. Join the staff as a senior reporter and work on the big stories and tackle the important beats. This is definitely a way to compile great clips for future internships and careers. Available for all sections except opinions.
*Indicates more than one position is available
Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 22 in The Pendulum office. Please contact Anna Johnson at ajohnson18@elon.edu, if you have any questions.