We are hiring!

The Brock Press is hiring!

Deadline to Apply: April 15th, 2023 at 5:00PM EST.

Managing Editor

Job Description

The managing editor is a senior editorial position at the Brock Press. The Managing editor, in association with the copyeditor and the Editor-in-Chief, oversees editorial activities. The Managing Editor is responsible for working with writers to improve their writing style, spelling and grammar, and adherence to the style guide. They also serve as a member of the Board of Directors at the Brock Press. They also manage the opinion section. This position is right for you if you have writing experience, a strong grasp of writing conventions and a passion for helping other writers grow.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.
  • At least one year’s experience working at The Brock Press or a comparable publication is an asset.
  • Experience in a supervisory role is an asset.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • A piece of journalistic writing under 1200 words that you feel best showcases your skill as a writer.

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.

Copy Editor

Job Description

The copy Editor is a senior editorial position at the Brock Press. The copy editor works with the managing editor and the Editor-in-Chief to ensure that all articles are suitable for weekly publication. They are responsible for weekly line edits, spelling and grammar edits and style edits to all articles.

This position is right for you if you are a strong editor with a solid grasp on writing conventions and spelling and grammar. In addition to these skills, the copy editor should have good people skills and an ability to provide constructive feedback.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.
  • At least one year’s experience working at The Brock Press or a comparable publication is an asset.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.

News Editor

Job Description

The news editor is an editorial position at The Brock Press. They are responsible for producing three news articles every week. News editors should be focused on writing articles about the Brock community. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with sources and conducting interviews.

This job is right for you if you have a passion for writing about the community. The news editor should be commuted to ethical journalistic practices and be open to feedback about their work.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • A piece of journalistic writing under 1200 words that you feel best showcases your skill as a writer.

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.

Sports Editor

Job Description

The sports editor is an editorial position at The Brock Press. They are responsible for producing three articles about sports and wellness topics that matter to Brock students. Sports editors should be focused on writing articles about all Brock sports teams. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with sources and conducting
interviews. They are also required to attend home games of any games that they cover.

This job is right for you if you have a passion for sports and want to combine it with your passion for writing. You should be committed to ethical journalism practices while also having a solid foundational knowledge of sports.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • A piece of journalistic writing under 1200 words that you feel best showcases your skill as a writer.

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.

Arts Editor

Job Description

The arts editor is an editorial position at The Brock Press. They are responsible for producing three articles every week about arts and entertainment topics that will be of interest to members of the Brock community. Arts editors should be focused on writing articles Brock arts events as well as reviews of TV shows, movies, albums, video games etc., that are of interest to The Brock Press’ reader base. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with sources and conducting interviews.


This job is right for you if you can turn your passion for the arts into thoughtful articles. You should have a foundational knowledge of various art forms and the ability to express that knowledge in writing.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • A piece of journalistic writing under 1200 words that you feel best showcases your skill as a writer.

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.

Editor-at-Large

Job Description

The editor-at-large is an editorial position at The Brock Press. They are responsible for producing three articles every week for various sections of The Brock Press. They should be versatile and have strong general knowledge. Like all other editors, their coverage should focus on Brock arts, news and sports subjects. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with sources and conducting interviews.

This job is right for you if you are a versatile writer who can adapt to just about any challenge.

Requirements

  • Must be a Brock undergraduate student during the 2023-24 academic year.

Applications

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • A piece of journalistic writing under 1200 words that you feel best showcases your skill as a writer.

Send your application package via email to hmorrison@brockpress.com and aanjum@brockpress.com by April 15 at 5pm.