Job Title Student Assistant (Sports Writer) Position Type Student Division Academic Affairs Department Communication and Mass Media Job Description This posting will remain open to generate a pool of qualified student applicants for available positions during the semester. To research and write ASU sports news and other types of stories as assigned for the Ram Page. Essential job duties include: * Gather information for the ASU sports stories through research and interviewing (with training). * Verify and check the facts and statements for veracity and accuracy (with training). * Prepare and write stories based on the established journalistic standards (with training). * Be able (with training) to perform basic operations with the Ram Page website. * Attend and participate in the Ram Page budget meetings as scheduled and/called upon. * As necessary, assist the Ram Page editor in relevant editorial tasks. * Write columns and feature stories as assigned. * Meet the assigned deadlines and maintain communication with colleagues. Required Qualifications * Must have appropriate writing skills. * Full time undergraduate students of any major can apply; however, preference will be given to those who have experience with and good understanding of college athletics, to more senior classifications - sophomores or higher, and to those who are willing and able to work in summer. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands * Must be able to carry up to 5 lbs. * Must be able to work indoors and outdoors. Salary $8.00/ hr EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu. Posting Detail Information Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 08/28/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant