Now Hiring – Arts & Life Editor at the NAIT Nugget for 2025-26
Are you passionate about culture, creativity, and storytelling? Do you have a curious mind, a love for the arts, and the confidence to lead a team? If you’re eager to explore what makes people tick and willing to dive head first into the world of media and journalism, we want you as our next Arts & Life Editor! You don’t need to be an experienced journalist—just someone who loves talking to people, values accuracy, and wants to help keep students informed.
What you’ll do:
- Lead our Arts & Life section: Oversee coverage in your section, setting the tone, and ensuring standards are met. This includes assigning stories to contributors, sending emails, light editing of your section’s pieces, and discussing with Senior Editor/Editor-in-Chief any editorial concerns.
- Find unique stories: Go beyond the basics, finding innovative and compelling ways to tell the student body about what’s happening on campus.
- Guide contributors: Work with a team of student reporters, helping them refine their storytelling and push their creative boundaries. This includes answering their questions, explaining how the Nugget works, offering support or guidance where needed.
- Make confident decisions: You’ll have the authority over your section, so you’ll assign stories, set the standard, and help make editorial decisions
- Create compelling content: Responsible for minimum 1 story a week, whether it’s written or digital—openness to multimedia storytelling (appearing in video, podcasts, social media) is a must.
What we’re looking for:
- A naturally curious person who can find the people in every story. Arts & Life is all about finding humanity—you should love talking to people, learning about their journey, and amplifying their message.
- A creative mind and curious thinker. Some stories require a fresh angle, and the Arts & Life editor needs to know how to take something ordinary and find the story within.
- A great communicator who knows how to stay organized. You’ll be the lead of a section, so you will be juggling a lot of projects—both your own and your contributors! You should know when to ask for help and be great with deadlines.
- You’re comfortable being a leader and setting the tone for your section. Contributors will look to you for story ideas and guidance. Your Senior Editor and Editor-in-Chief will be there to support you, but we want someone who can take charge and make decisions.
Qualifications:
- You’re a current NAIT student enrolled in classes from September 2025-April 2026. This is a part-time salary position that begins August 1, 2025 and ends April 15, 2026. You must be enrolled in classes in both the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 terms to be eligible. The salary for this position is $500/month.
- Strong writing and fact-checking skills
- Available for a minimum of 10 hours per week, starting August 1, 2025
- Previous experience with the Nugget is a bonus
Why join the Nugget?
- Amazing perks, like discounts and access to the Nugget office
- Grow your writing, leadership and research skills
- Great opportunity for anyone interested in journalism, media, or advocacy
- Be part of a team dedicated to sharing information and keeping students informed
Apply Now!
You can apply by completing this online application and submitting an original writing sample—no AI-generated works will be accepted. Expect a confirmation email once we have received your application. While we appreciate all applications for employment, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted further.
For general employment inquiries or to request accommodations at any point in the recruitment process, please email hr@naitsa.ca
For more information on The Nugget, please visit our website at www.thenuggetonline.com, or follow our social media @thenaitnugget.
We look forward to seeing your application!
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