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Chapman University

Student Journal Editor

Orange, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

... Journal Editor Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 Term or Semester All Academic Year Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 Pay Range Information ...

Chapman University

Student Journal Editor

Orange, CA

$16.90/hr

Student Title Classification Information Quick Link Job Number SE186824 Position Information Department or Unit Name Honors Program Position Headcount 2 Position Title Student Journal Editor Academic ...

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Student Journal Editor

Student Journal Editor

Chapman University

Orange, CA • On-site

$16.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

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Job description

Posting Details
Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/39257
Job Number
SE186824
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
Honors Program
Position Headcount
2
Position Title
Student Journal Editor
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester
All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range
$16.90
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
Approved Supervisor
Ashley Cosgrove
Supervisor Email
cosgrove@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Desired Start Date
08/24/2026
Projected End Date
05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week
Up to 10 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Journal editor would help develop a bi-annual Honors creative journal with other editors.
Responsibilities
Manage online literary and artistic submissions from Honors students; oversee blind review of submissions; distribute to category editors for review; coordinate review process with co-editors; prepare accepted works with biographical information and art; responsible for final edit prior to publishing; meet regularly with adviser and category editors; plan, schedule editorial meetings; coordinate and help with honors-specific events and meet-and-greets; other editorial duties as required.
Required Qualifications
Must be an Honors student
Desired Qualifications
Ideal candidates are proficient in graphic design or art and are passionate about uplifting the voices of Honors Students.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required?
With or Without FWS

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