Web Editor

Job description:

Minimum of 20 hours a month. $300 stipend per newspaper edition (10 editions per year).

Duties:

  • Maintains and updates The Metropolitan’s website (themetropolitan.metrostate.edu)
  • Continues to improve design, architecture and visual appeal of website  
  • Writes at least one article per month
  • Attends staff meetings and trainings

Preferred qualifications:

  • Familiarity with HTML and CSS mandatory (Suggested coursework: ICS 225 Web Design or WRIT 373 Writing and Designing for the Web)
  • Familiarity with PHP and JavaScript preferred (Suggested coursework: ICS 325 Internet Application Development)
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, digital photo and video technology preferred
  • Understanding of SEO, website analytics, and online advertising a plus

Candidates must be current Metropolitan State University students.

To apply, prepare a cover letter and resume. Send from your student email address to TheMetropolitan@metrostate.edu.  Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Interview to follow. Positions open until filled.