We’re Hiring!

The Blackman Voice Could Be Looking for YOU!

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The Blackman Voice is currently hiring for our 2018-19 staff. We are looking for hardworking, energetic, creative, enthusiastic young people who are team players.

If that is you, check us out! Applications are due February 9, 2018.

Link to recommendation form: The Blackman Voice Teacher Recommendation Form (1).docx

Link to application: Employment application.docx

Current openings are:

News Editor (1)

  • Assists the editors in coming up with and assigning news stories
  • Assists reporters in locating sources, finding an angle to the story, etc.
  • Fact checks all articles before they move through the editing process
  • Edits all articles for number of quotes, length, interest
  • Responsible for maintaining breaking news section
  • Writes two in-depth news articles per month
  • Develops relationships with the administrators
  • Takes over for a reporter in an unexpected extended absence

Sports Editor (1)

  • Assists the editors in coming up with and assigning sports stories
  • Assists reporters in locating sources, finding an angle to the story, etc.
  • Fact checks all articles before they move through the editing process
  • Edits all articles for number of quotes, length, interest
  • Makes sure sports scores are updated regularly
  • Writes two in depth sports articles per month
  • Develops a relationship with the Athletic Director
  • Takes over for a reporter in an unexpected extended absence

Sports Reporters (4+)

  • Reports on Blackman sports, athletic training, and other activities related to sports
  • Takes his/her own photos if possible
  • Attends games related to assigned sports
  • Develops relationships with the coaches in their assigned sports
  • Maintains sports scores for their assigned sports

News Reporters       (4+)

  • Reports on Blackman news and other news (state, local, national)
  • Takes his/her own photos if possible
  • Attends events related to assignments
  • Develops relationships with an assigned administrator or counselor
  • Maintains updated list of clubs, activities, etc. to use for articles

Lifestyles Reporters (1+)

  • Reports on lifestyles ideas that will interest Blackman students
  • Writes reviews and special interest pieces.
  • Takes his/her own photos if possible
  • Attends events related to assignments (if BHS event, we will try to get a pass.)
  • Develops relationships with the arts teachers and club sponsors
  • Maintains updated list of clubs, activities, etc. to use for articles

 

Business/Marketing Assistant(s) (1-2)

  • Assists in ALL business-related tasks and marketing tasks as needed
  • Makes calls/visits to local businesses to secure advertisers and sponsors
  • Writes thank you letter to all businesses
  • Reports to the business manager and the marketing manager
  • Helps plans fundraisers and contests

Marketing Manager (1)

  • Designs and implements main hallway bulletin board with Public Relations Coordinator (weekly)
  • Sets up fundraisers with community businesses
  • Contacts teachers and admin on a regular basis to share what is occurring at blackmanvoice.net
  • Manages staff fundraisers
  • Assists the business manager in making contacts for sponsorships and advertising
  • Establishes the monthly photo/video contest rules, deadlines, themes, etc. with the photo editor
  • Selects promo materials for business (pens, etc.)