Copy editor openings nationwide

Several publications are seeking copy editors at the moment:

• Colorado Springs Gazette, a 120,000-circulation daily newspaper located 1 hour south of Denver, seeks a full-time copy editor to work nights in the sports department.

• Harrisburg Patriot-News, a 100,000-circulation daily newspaper in Pennsylvania's capital, seeks a recent graduate to work full-time as a temporary copy editor.

• The Legal Intelligencer, a legal newspaper in Philadelphia, seeks a part-time copy editor. Entry-level candidates will be considered.

• The Committee to Protect Journalists is seeking a freelance copy editor for its book, Attacks on the Press. The work can be done remotely and pays $28 per hour.

Worcester Magazine seeks freelancers

Worcester Magazine, a weekly alternative newspaper serving the Worcester area, is looking for freelance journalists:

• Arts writers to cover the thriving local art scene. Pay is $50 for 500 words.
  
• Music writers for short, local music tidbits.Pay is $25 for 200 words.

Telecommuting is OK. Email two clips to doreen@worcestermagazine.com, if you're interested.

Sports journalism intern @ Chicago TV station

WGN-TV, CW's affiliate in Chicago, seeks an intern to assist the sports producer and anchor with the evening sportscasts.

The intern will log games and use the web and wires to help provide pertinent information on breaking sports stories. The interns will learn to identify proper highlights, video, sound, etc… to use in our shows. Also, interns will have the opportunity to learn to edit on desktop editors. Occasionally, interns go out in the field to help with interviews.

-Mark Grabowski

Fox News Channel seeks campus correspondents

Palestra Media Group seeks college students to cover their universities for a national college media network which has recently affiliated with Fox News Channel.

Student reporters will be paid $150 to $235 per month depending on the content they produce. They also earn and additional $20 for each pre-approved feature story they create.

"Student reporters will cover their school’s athletic teams, music scene, traditions and other elements of life around campus," the job posting says. "Sports reporters will work with their school’s Sports Information Department to cover practices and games, shoot video of interviews with players and coaches and file short daily reports. Student reporters may also create feature stories profiling a noteworthy athlete, event or tradition at their school."

Stories will be posted on the company’s website (www.thepalestra.com) and occasionally repurposed for use on Fox News Channel and foxnews.com.

If you are interested in applying for a reporting position with The Palestra, contact recruiting coordinators Gina DiCello at Gina@thepalestra.com or Dave Maetzol at Dave@thepalestra.com.

SF event: Journalism job and internship fair

San Fransisco State University will host a journalism job and internship fair on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held in Jack Adams Hall in the Cesar Chavez Student Center. Early registration is only $7 if paid by Oct. 5; on-site registration is $25.

Recruiters scheduled to attend so far:

Alameda Sun, Associated Press, Bay Area News Group - East Bay, East Bay Express, El Reportero, El Tecolote, Independent Arts & Media, KALW 91.7, KRON4, New America Media, San Mateo Daily Journal, The Press Democrat, Wiretap Magazine, KQED-FM, All Voices, CBS 5/KPIX, The Globe Newspapers, Curve Magazine, Tikkun Magazine, WIP Magazine, The Western Edition, OhDANG! Magazine, Sierra Club Magazine, Colorlines Magazine. MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED...

Digital journalist @ Columbus TV station

NBC 4 (WCMH-TV), NBC's affiliate in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a digital journalist to join the newsroom team.

The digital journalist will be "responsible for developing and nurturing local news contacts, developing unique stories, covering breaking news and following up on news stories," according to the job posting. "A Digital Journalist develops the story, shoots, writes and edits the story, and is responsible for its presentation on multiple media platforms."

Paid internship at WSJ's Asia bureau

Wall Street Journal's Asian edition is looking for a paid reporting intern to be based in Hong Kong. The selected candidate will be provided a weekly stipend of $700 and an allowance for round-trip airfare to Hong Kong.

Candidates should have "fluency in one or more Asian languages -- preferably Mandarin, Japanese or Korean -- a strong interest in business reporting in Asia, and ideally experience living or working in the region."

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and a dozen of your best bylined clips to:

Cathy Panagoulias
Assistant Managing Editor
The Wall Street Journal
200 Liberty Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10281

Fall internship @ People magazine

People, a weekly 4-million circulation magazine that covers celebrities and human interest stories, seeks a college student for an editorial internship beginning immediately.

Tasks include reporting, fact checking, researching, writing, and general editorial tasks. The intern will work three days and 14-21 hours per week at the magazine's New York City office. The student must be able to receive credit for the internship, which will run until December.

Find more journalism internships at CubReporters.org.

Reporter @ Savannah, Ga. TV station

WSAV-TV, the NBC affiliate in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a reporter for its nightly newscast.

"Applicants must know how to acquire community contacts to generate original, enterprise reporting and have excellent research, interviewing and storytelling skills," the job posting says. "If you’re a self-starter who shows initiative, this position provides a real opportunity for career growth in a wonderful place to live."

Investigative reporter @ Winston-Salem Journal

Winston-Salem Journal, an 82,000 circulation daily newspaper in North Carolina, is looking for an investigative reporter. You'll do projects while also covering city hall and local politics. You will write both breaking news for the paper's website and deeper pieces for the newspaper. While experienced candidates are preferred, the newspaper will also consider young journalists.

Reporter openings @ D.C. newspaper

Interested in doing political journalism and covering Capitol Hill? The Hill, a Washington, D.C. newspaper that mostly covers the U.S. Congress, has multiple editorial openings:

• Congressional Correspondent
• Business & Lobbying Reporter
• Online Reporter

The Hill publishes three times a week when both chambers of Congress are in session and once a week the rest of the year. It has a print circulation of above 21,000, more than any other Capitol Hill publication, according to the newspaper.

-Mark Grabowski

How to get a job in the U.K. media

The Independent, a large British daily newspaper, has put together various articles on getting a job in the U.K. media, including:

• How to get a journalism job
  
• How to get a job in radio
• How to get a job in media production
• How to get a job in digital media
• How to get a job in photojournalism
• How to get a job in public relations

These are just some of the many and varied careers covered in the newspaper's handy Career Planning section.

-Mark Grabowski

The most important journalism tool

CubReporters.org is introducing a new feature: Journalism Tip of the Week.

Here's our inaugural tip:

A journalist's most important tool is not a notepad, tape recorder, computer or even the ability to write a story. A journalist's most important tool is her brain. As a writer, you have to cut through the flab of all the information around. You need need to question, question, question. What happened? Who does this affect? Why is this important? Critical thinking precedes good writing.

Newspaper editors agree.

-Mark Grabowski

Central Jersey newspaper seeks reporters

The Princeton Packet, a semi-weekly newspaper located between NYC and Philly, is seeking reporters to cover hard news and government meetings along with some features and enterprise stories. In addition, there are openings at the newspaper chain's other newspapers in Central New Jersey.

3-month photojournalism fellowship

The NPPA/Nikon Documentary Sabbatical Grant enables a working photojournalist to take a three month leave of absence to pursue a documentary project illuminating "The Changing Face of America." The National Press Photographers Association and Nikon Inc. award one elite photojournalist a $15,000 stipend to undertake the project unencumbered by daily assignments.

The program was suspended in 2007 due to lack of funding, but is returning this year, according to the National Press Photographers Association.

Entry-level opinion writer @ U.S.News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report is seeking a 12-month, paid, full-time intern for its Opinion section. The position is based in Washington, D.C.

"The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have a firm grasp of current events, be able to manage numerous tasks and projects and have creative flair and initiative. Strong research and writing skills are a must, along with knowledge of the Web."

E-mail resume, cover letter, three references and relevant clips to Mary Lu Meixell at mmeixell@usnews.com by September 30.

Should you attend journalism school?

Journalism school is a big investment of time, money and energy. Before you make the commitment, you want to be 100 percent sure.

If you decide to go, carefully choose your journalism program. Find a program that’s strong in new media/multimedia journalism. Many journalism students are woefully prepared for the real world because their programs are not teaching them the latest skills they need. In addition, some programs are using very outdated equipment.

For more info, read "Is Journalism School for You?," the latest article in CubReporters.org's journalism career advice section.

-Mark Grabowski

NYC magazine seeks fall and winter interns

If you're interested in magazine journalism, consider interning at American Spa magazine. You'll receive a stipend and get to write articles.

The New York City-magazine is looking for editorial interns for the fall and winter semesters who are interested in the travel, beauty and health industries. "This is a great opportunity to get clips," the posting says.

Don't overlook this opportunity. While it may not be your dream internship, keep in mind that magazine journalism is a very competitive field. Everyone needs to start somewhere and this internship should help you get some solid experience.

L.A. tv station seeks freelance newswriter

KTLA-TV, a.k.a. Channel 5 in Los Angeles, seeks a freelance writer to assist the news producer in putting newscasts together.

Responsibilities include: writing news stories; directing the editing of video taped stories for broadcasts; basic non-linear editing/clip editing duties; and logging video feeds. The writer also must learn the responsibilities of the associate producer and program producer so as to be prepared to produce a program as needed.

Candidates should have experience in broadcast or print journalism.

New Dallas paper seeks freelancers

Lone Star Trumpet, a new, monthly Dallas-area newspaper, seeks contributing writers:

"Searching for sports writers, feature, humor, column, business, education, beauty, etc. Recent college graduates welcomed. The newspaper only publishes the positive side of the news. The position is 100 percent freelance and will not require you to commute to an office."

Pay is $25-$50 per article.

Openings @ Alaska newspaper

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, an 18,000 circulation daily in the heart of Alaska, is seeking an entertainment/features reporter and a copy editor/page designer. Entry-level candidates will be considered.

Paid internship @ Washingtonian Magazine

Washingtonian, a monthly magazine read by 400,000 people in the D.C. area, offers year-round paid internships to college students and recent graduates.

Editorial interns work full-time, make $7 per hour and factcheck, research and write stories. In addition, interns receive significant mentoring. Photography and online editing internships are also available.

Application deadlines: Nov. 1 for a Spring internship (running from January to May); March 1 for Summer (June-August); and July 1 for Fall (September-December).

Journalism fundamentals still key, editor says

The new crop of journalists needs to have the latest multimedia skills, a newspaper editor advises. But, more importantly, they need to know the fundamentals: critical thinking and fairness.

"The best thing an aspiring journalist can do is learn about audience needs and become an expert in numerous multimedia applications – video, web programming, etc.," Stu Shinske, executive editor of the Poughkeepsie Journal, recently told CubReporters.org.

"The key, however, is the ability to analytically think….they need to know how to distill information quickly, think on their feet, ask the right questions at the right time, and learn how to check personal preferences, biases and agendas at the door. Their skills will mean nothing if they’re not, first and foremost, objective…"

From time to time, I like to ask journalism experts and practitioners what tips they have for young journalists. Check out CubReporters.org's expanded journalism advice section for more insight from experts.

-Mark Grabowski

2009 summer internship applications due soon!

The summer may have just ended, but it's already time to start planning for a journalism internship next summer.

Many of the top newspapers and magazines have early fall deadlines for their 2009 paid summer internship programs. For example:

• Newsweek summer internship, application deadline: Oct. 17, 2008
  
• Wall Street Journal summer internship, application deadline: Nov. 1, 2008
  
• Washington Post summer internship, application deadline: Nov. 1, 2008
• Boston Globe summer internship, application deadline: Nov. 1, 2008
• New York Times summer internship, application deadline: Nov. 15, 2008

These are great internships, if you can get them. You'll make good money (the NYT pays $924 per week), get to do substantive work (take photos, write articles, etc.) and learn from the best and brightest journalists in the world.

But the applications can be very involved. The Post, for example, requires essays and recommendation letters. So, start working on your application ASAP. This isn't something you can do the day before it's due.

-Mark Grabowski

Political journalism conference for college students

The Institute on Political Journalism invites students to attend a two-day conference, from Nov. 7-8, in Washington, D.C., for some post-election reflection and fun. Come hone your professional skills, network with working journalists, meet fellow journalism students from across the county.

Speakers will include members from the press, pundits and policy makers who were all part of this historic election season.

Panel sessions will include:

* Covering Capitol Hill: The Story behind the story
* Media Bias in Presidential Elections: Say it isn’t so!
* Sex, Lies, & Slander: Misbehaving politicians & the press who covers them
* Covering the Campaign of '08: View from the press bus
* Live from the White House!: Reporters who cover the President
* Only the Facts Please: Rumors versus sources
* Reporting with Polls: What the numbers don’t tell us
* Report Card on the Press: How well were economic & business issues covered

In addition, students will:

· Meet potential employers
· Visit Washington’s new and exciting Newseum
· Tour the U.S. Capitol Building

The conference is open to college students with an interest in journalism and politics as well as faculty members or media advisers.

The conference registration fee of $75 includes conference sessions, materials and most meals. Participants requiring overnight accommodations will be charged the discounted room rate of $75 per person per night (double occupancy) and $150 per person per night (single occupancy). Registration is limited, so register online by the early deadline of October 1 to reserve your spot and to take advantage of special discounted rates!

For more information on the conference, please contact IPJ Director Joe Starrs at jstarrs@tfas.org or (202) 986-0384.

Are online journalism classes for you?

Online journalism classes and online journalism degrees are becoming an increasingly popular training method for aspiring journalists.

Many people are already working full-time in other careers when they decide to become a journalist. And traditional college programs may be too expensive or inconvenient.

Online classes save students time because they don't require commuting to campus and they tend to be much cheaper. In addition, taking an online course is a good way to test the waters before making a bigger commitment to studying journalism.

Our new online journalism courses webpage lists some universities that offer online journalism classes or even an online journalism degree.

-Mark Grabowski

Irish Times fellowship for young journalist

The Douglas Gageby Fellowship is awarded annually by the Irish Times Trust to a young journalist at the beginning of his/her career for a sustained reporting project on a particular theme. The fellow’s work is published in weekly series for the paper lasting up to three months.

The fellowship provides “attractive financial support and agreed expenses,” according to its official website. “The recipient will be required to complete his/her project within an agreed time-frame and submit articles based on his/her research for publication in The Irish Times. The recipient must be in a position to take up the fellowship within four months of the date of award.”

The deadline is Dec. 5, 2008. For more info, e-mail gagebyfellowship@irish-times.ie

Freelance writers wanted for SmartCEO magazine

SmartCEO, a magazine for business owners in the Washington, D.C./Baltimore area, seeks freelance writers to "illuminate the strategies and personalities behind some of the region’s most influential companies through in-depth reporting and captivating storytelling." Writers must be willing to travel for story interviews in the D.C./Baltimore area.

Star Magazine seeks entry-level reporter

Star Magazine, a 1.4 million-circulation entertainment magazine, is seeking an entry-level reporter to find and report the freshest celebrity news.

"The successful applicant will have a detailed knowledge and love of pop culture, an ability to make and keep sources, a good, snappy writing style, endless enthusiasm and a readiness to work all hours," the ad says. "He/she must be willing to travel at a moment's notice."

Initially, the job will be on a freelance basis.

Norwich (Conn.) Bulletin wants freelance reporters

The Norwich Bulletin, a 27,000-circulation daily newspaper in Eastern Connecticut, is seeking freelance reporters to help cover local news.

"The ideal candidate will have at least three years’ experience and will be able to cover a beat outside of town hall – focusing on the issues and news as they relate to residents, and putting them in context," the ad says. "Knowledge of the two local Indian casinos is a plus."

Join a journalism organization

Membership has its privileges, and being a member of a journalism organization can afford many professional development and networking opportunities. Journalism organizations often have their own job and internship listings -- and some that you won't find on job boards. They also usually offer training and mentorship programs. Finally, organizations frequently sponsor events, which present a great way to find other journalists from similar backgrounds or with similar interests. Below are more than 50 of the many and varied journalism organizations you can join.

Alliance for Community Journalism

American Society of Newspaper Editors

American Amateur Press Association

American Copy Editors Society

Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication

American Press Institute

American Society of Business Publication Editors

American Society of Journalists and Authors

Asian American Journalists Association

Associated Collegiate Press

Association for Business Communication

Association of Electronic Journalists

Association of Young Journalists

Boston Newspaper Guild

Canadian Journalists for Free Expression

Center for Integration and Improvement of Journalism

Committee of Concerned Journalists

Committee to Protect Journalists

DowJones Newspaper Fund

Eastern Canadian News Photographers Association

Foundation for American Communications

Institute for Analytic Journalism

Institute on Political Journalism

International Association for Media & Communication Research

International Center for Journalists

International Communication Association

International Consortium of Investigative Journalists

International Federation of Journalists

International Press Institute

International Freedom of Expression Exchange

International Women's Media Foundation

Internet Press Guild

International Reporters & Editors

Journalism Education Association

Media Alliance

National Public Broadcasting Archives

National Association of Black Journalists

National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association

National Press Club

National Scholastic Press Association

Newspaper Association of America

National Association of Broadcasters

National Association of Hispanic Journalists

National Conference of Editorial Writers

National Federation of Press Women

National Institute for Computer-Assisted Reporting

Native American Journalists Association

Newspaper Guild of America

National Association of Black Journalists

Native American Journalists Association

National Press Photographers Association

Nieman Foundation for Journalism

Pacific Northwest Newspaper Association

Pew Center for Civic Journalism

Project Censored

Project for Excellence in Journalism

Pulitzer Center

Radio and Television News Directors Association and Foundation

Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press

Reporters Without Borders

South Asian Journalists Association

Society of Environmental Journalists

Society of Professional Journalists

South Asian Research Centre for Advertisement, Journalism & Cartoons

Student Press Law Center

Trade, Association and Business Publications International

Paid internship at San Diego business paper

San Diego Business Journal is seeking a college student for a paid internship that involves research and writing weekly real estate reports plus People in the News features. The intern will work 8 to 12 hours per week and receive a modest hourly pay based on experience.

Central Wisconsin paper seeks reporter

Reedsburg Times Press, a small twice-weekly newspaper located 55 miles from Madison, is seeking a general assignment reporter.

"This reporter will cover news and take photos as assigned by the editor," the ad says. "Duties will include writing news and feature stories, interviewing sources and researching data for news and feature articles, developing sources and recognizing newsworthiness of events in the area."

Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2008.

YouTube offers $10,000 contest for student journalists

YouTube and the Pulitzer Center are holding a contest that allows non-professional, aspiring journalists the chance to tell stories that might not otherwise be covered by traditional media.

The contest, dubbed "Project: Report," consists of three rounds. In each round, reporters will be given an assignment to complete. Each of these assignments gives people an opportunity to report on the important individuals, issues, and communities in their lives that others do not yet know about. You can compete is just one round, although only those who compete in all three will be eligible for the grand prize.

Winners from each round will receive technology prizes from Sony VAIO and Intel, and the grand prize winner will be granted a $10,000 journalism fellowship with the Pulitzer Center to report on a story outside of their home country.

Paid photojournalism internship in San Diego

XKSanDiego.com, a soccer website in San Diego, is seeking a college student for a paid photojournalism intern.

The internship involves working 20 hours per week and shooting action photos of local soccer matches, captioning photos, editing photos and other tasks. The level of salary depends on experience.

NPR has many and varied openings

National Public Radio has many and varied openings at its Washington, D.C. headquarters, as well as some at its affiliates. They're looking for show hosts, reporters, editors, producers and other staffers:

• Producer, Computer-Assisted Reporting (0910309028RFNA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Reporter/Correspondent, Digital News (0910309031RFNA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Editor II or III, Overnight, Foreign Desk (0810301026RFEA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Editor III Planning, Tell Me More (0810114004RFEA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Senior Business Editor (0810305001RFRA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Swing Editor I, II, or III, National Desk (0810305054RFEA)
  Washington, DC, US.
• Host, Day to Day (0810111003RFEA)
  Culver City, CA, US.
• Producer I, II or III, Swing, All Things Considered (0810102006RFEA)
  Washington, DC, US.