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North Central College

Student Writer

Naperville, IL · On-site

... alumni magazine, and other publications. Collects information in person or via email and writes ... No Job Qualifications Excellent writing skills, editing experience, proofreading ability. Writing ...

North Central College

Student Writer

Naperville, IL · On-site

... alumni magazine, and other publications. Collects information in person or via email and writes ... No Job Qualifications Excellent writing skills, editing experience, proofreading ability. Writing ...

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Program Manager of Alumni Relations

Alamosa, CO · On-site

Collaborates with A-Stater Magazine staff to ensure alumni pages, class notes, and scrapbook items are included, and provides support with proofreading and editing for accuracy * Manages incoming ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for alumni magazine editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical workday for an Alumni Magazine Editor involves planning editorial calendars, assigning and editing articles, coordinating with writers and designers, and approving layouts and final proofs. You will frequently connect with alumni, faculty, and campus staff to identify story ideas and gather compelling content for upcoming issues. Time is also spent managing submissions, reviewing photographs, and collaborating with the communications or marketing team to ensure alignment with the institution's messaging. The role requires balancing creativity with deadline-driven production processes, often involving managing multiple overlapping projects.

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To thrive as an Alumni Magazine Editor, you need strong editorial skills, experience in content development, and typically a degree in journalism, communications, or English. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), Adobe Creative Suite, and basic HTML is often required. Exceptional organization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills help you source engaging stories and maintain strong relationships with alumni contributors. These abilities ensure the publication is high-quality, timely, and relevant to the alumni audience.

What does an alumni magazine editor do?

An Alumni Magazine Editor is responsible for overseeing the creation, content, and production of a publication targeted at alumni of a school, college, or university. They plan editorial themes, assign and edit articles, collaborate with writers and designers, and ensure the magazine reflects the institution’s values and achievements. The editor manages deadlines, works with contributors, and often coordinates with marketing and communications teams to maintain engagement with alumni. Their goal is to inform, inspire, and strengthen connections between the alumni community and the institution.

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Class Notes Editor (Part-Time)

Lafayette College

Easton, PA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Total time for the position: Approximately 52 hours/month or 13 hours/week.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-Manually edit and publish all new LeopardLink submissions on a rolling basis. That includes fixing punctuation/spelling errors as necessary.
-Update the "Alumni Highlights" online landing page quarterly. Duties might include reaching out to alumni with follow-up emails to obtain photo(s) or more information.
-Coordinate with Alumni Engagement to send out occasional e-blasts to alumni calling for news.
-Research and recruit news of alumni who have notable achievements via Google Alerts, LinkedIn notifications, etc., so that we may add them to our database and pages of the magazine.
-Serve as clearinghouse for obituaries; respond and forward all obituary news
-Monitor data regarding alumni participation with Class Notes and compile trends in higher education with other Class Notes sections.
Estimated: 32 hours/month
The Class Notes Editor will serve as the point person for Class Correspondents.
-Distribute obituaries three times a year to Class Correspondents.
-Work with Class Correspondents three times a year to get their columns published on LeopardLink. Duties might include helping alumni navigate the website.
-Provide information and onboarding for newly interested Class Correspondents as needed.
-Work with Alumni Engagement to suggest volunteer awards (once a year).
Estimated: 6 hours/month
The Class Notes Editor will serve as section editor for Lafayette Magazine's "In All the World"
-Organize, curate, and edit the Class Notes line items (three times a year) with the guidance of the alumni magazine editor and populated with alumni news from LeopardLink.
-Curate other editorial elements for the section including alumni authors, news highlights, obituaries, "Marquis" page etc.
Estimated: 8 hours/month
The Class Notes Editor will contribute to other stories for the magazine
-Write at least one of the front-of-book departments in every issue of the magazine, typically assigned between 500-900 words. The size of the story assignment(s) can be contingent on interest and current workload.
Estimated: 6 hours/month
QUALIFICATIONS
Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented communications professional who has a passion for storytelling, interest in alumni magazine publishing, and proficient level of experience in creative writing.
APPLICATION
Email cover letter, resume, work samples and references to downeya@lafayette.edu
Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. All Lafayette operations reflect the College's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEAI) initiatives, and Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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