What are the responsibilities and job description for the Content Specialist position at The University of Southern Mississippi?
High school-level student workers will work directly with professional RHCJC staff on a variety of journalism-associated tasks. Work includes conducting background research on issues, setting up and conducting interviews, collecting information such as government agendas and minutes, and assisting with marketing efforts including social media. High school-level student workers will also learn technology used by the center such as video cameras and digital content management systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Gather, collect and verify information for stories through interviews, observation and research for dissemination across platforms.
- Capture appropriate sound, video, still photos and other data and information types for the professional production of a variety of news products that will be delivered across platforms.
- Works closely with professional staff on creation of RHCJC related media and projects.
- Assist with duties within the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Qualifications
Current or incoming high school junior or senior
Successful completion of MCJ170 and recommendation from MCJ170 instructor
Valid Mississippi driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Portfolio of published work or related schoolwork
Senior high school status
Commitment to agreed-upon weekly hours to center duties, including availability to attend scheduled orientation / trainings.
