Arts & Culture Editor – NAIT Nugget (2026/27) - Edmonton - NAIT Students' Association

Description

Arts & Culture Editor – NAIT Nugget (2026/27)

Start Date – August 1, 2026

Contract End – April 15, 2027

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 & Culture 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.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Attending events on and off campus to review/cover
• Write/create 1 story a week, whether it's written or digital — openness to multimedia storytelling (appearing in video, podcasts, social media) is a must
• Oversee the Arts & Culture section, assigning stories to contributors and light editing of submissions
• Some administrative work, like emailing contributors recap emails after they pick something up
• Finding and pitching relevant stories each week
• Working independently to interview, investigate, research and write
• Collaborate with the rest of the editorial team to cover everything NAIT

Who we're looking for:

• A naturally curious person who can find the people in every story. Arts & Culture 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 & Culture 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. The Senior Editor and Editor-in-Chief will be there to support you, but we want someone who can take charge and make decisions.

Why join the Nugget?

• Amazing perks, including 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

Compensation and Hours:

• Salary: Starting at \$500 per month
• Work Hours: Flexible hours with some requirements for mandatory meetings
• Employment Term: August 1, 2026 to April 15, 2027

Qualifications & Considerations

Eligibility and Availability:

• Must be a current NAIT student enrolled for the full 2026/27 academic year, until at least April 2027
• Must be available for training during the first week of August; flexible work schedule for the rest of August

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent written communication skills
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently
• Reliable and dependable to meet deadlines

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide the following:

• Resume (PDF)
• Cover Letter (PDF). Within your cover letter, please answer the following question: What interests you in this role and working for the Nugget?
• Sample(s) of your work. Please upload at least one writing sample. This does not need to be professional work; any original content you have written will be accepted.
• Application responses and writing sample should be written in the candidate's own words and not generated by AI or automated tools. Applications may be reviewed for originality as part of the assessment process.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Next Steps

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
• Interviews are expected to begin in late March / early April
• Interviews will take place on campus
• This position starts on August 1, 2026

Questions about accessibility or the application process?

Email  for general employment inquiries or to request accommodations during the recruitment or hiring process. Please do not use this email to request updates on your application status.

Closing Date:

March 13th at 3:00PM, or until suitable candidates are found.

We can't wait to see your application