Link Content Writer&Editor, Burnaby

The Link Writer&Editor plays a vital role in creating and developing the BCITSA Student Magazine, Link. Responsibilities encompass writing, editing content, and planning future issues while ensuring adherence to schedules. The role incorporates BCITSA’s equity, diversity, and inclusion values into content and professional relationships.

Why Work With Us

Free coffee and tea, and discounts at BCITSA food and retail locations

Free access to BCIT fitness facility

Everyone works towards enhancing student life

What You Will Do

Planning and Preparations:

Assist in generating article ideas for each issue and social media.

Participate in various editorial meetings to contribute ideas and insights.

Conduct research on previous issues, other student magazines, and relevant media outlets to inform content planning and development.

During periods of reduced content assignment volume, use available time to generate potential article ideas for future publication.

Writing, Editing, and Proofreading:

Conduct thorough research and write assigned articles within designated timelines.

Review and edit assigned articles according to schedule, ensuring accuracy and clarity.

Provide outlines, drafts, and updates promptly to facilitate smooth workflow.

Adhere to Link editorial standards, maintaining consistency and quality across all content.

Collaborate with other Link staff members as needed.

Working with Freelance Contributors:

Maintain courteous and supportive communication with freelance contributors throughout the editing process.

In the event of disagreements or challenges in the editing process, communicate promptly with the Publications Manager for resolution.

About You You are an organized writer who is excellent at meeting deadlines. You understand BCIT students and have ideas about what articles might appeal to them. You are comfortable writing clear and entertaining content, have experience editing in English, and enjoy meeting new people.

Education&Experience

Pursuing or completed education in a related field.

Experience in writing for an audience is preferred.

Experience editing work other than their own is preferred.

Experience using WordPress is a plus.

Knowledge&Abilities

Familiarity with the three stages of editing is required.

Proficiency in track changes systems in word processing programs is necessary, along with the ability to explain their use to peers.

Basic awareness of accessible language is expected.

Requirements

Must be a BCIT Student.

Must have access to a computer for writing, editing, and attending virtual meetings.

Must be able to work from Burnaby Campus as required.

Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic. Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People&Culture Team.

BCITSA respectfully acknowledges that the land on which BCIT’s main campuses are located is the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the shared traditional territories of the S?l ? ílw?ta?/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), S?wx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and x? m??k??y?? m (Musqueam) First Nations.

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