Summary
Location
United States
Type
part-time
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About this role
Students may only have 5 open job applications at a time.
Work Experience:
Intermediate (Developing Skills)Work Experience Description:
Ideal for students who have begun gaining relevant experience and are building their skills through internships, part-time jobs, or significant projects. Typically aimed at sophomores or juniors who have completed a combination of introductory and advanced coursework.ᅟ
Job Summary
The Multimedia Journalist supports the University’s storytelling efforts by writing and editing engaging content for articles and other projects as needed. This role plays a key part in sharing the stories and voices of BYU–Hawaii with a broad audience, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community.
Primary Responsibilities
Write and edit articles, scripts, and other written materials for digital, print, and video content.
Collaborate with the Campus News teams to develop content that aligns with university messaging and brand voice.
Conduct interviews with students, faculty, and staff to gather quotes and build compelling narratives.
Perform research as needed to support story development and ensure factual accuracy.
Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for upcoming projects.
Review and provide feedback on written drafts, ensuring clarity, grammar, and style consistency.
Support post-production review processes by proofreading on-screen text and reviewing final cuts for accuracy.
Must follow the University’s Dress and Grooming Standards.
Preferably able to work during breaks.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
Background in professional writing, proficient with AP style.
Interest in storytelling, journalism, marketing, or communications.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments at once.
Self-motivated, creative, and open to feedback.
Familiarity with BYU–Hawaii’s mission and values.
Experience with writing for video or social media is a plus.
Application Requirements
A current résumé
A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position (optional)
At least one writing sample (this can be a news article, blog post, script, essay, or other relevant writing)
Education
Lower Division Courses Completed
Work Experience
3 Months General Work Experience
Physical Demands
Typical office environment
Base Rate Per Hour:
16.00ᅟ
Other facts
About Brigham Young University – Hawaii
Brigham Young University Hawaii is a small, academically challenging university (approximately 2400 students) emphasizing the liberal arts together with professional programs in business, education and computer technologies. The University services an international student body: Approximately 50 percent of the students come from over 70 countries outside the United States, primarily from Asia and the Pacific. BYU-Hawaii is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Established in 1955 as the Church College of Hawaii (CCH), the campus is located in Laie, Hawaii, thirty-five miles from Honolulu. CCH's name was changed to Brigham Young University Hawaii in 1974, and today is part of the three-campus BYU system that includes BYU in Provo, UT and BYU Idaho in Rexburg, ID.
BYU-Hawaii offers a unique environment that helps students enlarge the intellect, build personal character and faith in God, and live harmoniously among those whose cultures are different from their own. This leads students to a lifetime of learning and service in their careers, families, church, community and country.
The academic curriculum emphasizes intercultural traditions, with 24 majors in business, technology, education, science, and the arts. A 17:1 student/faculty ratio gives students tremendous opportunities to learn from their professors. BYU-Hawaii is consistently ranked as a top-tier university by the prestigious news magazine, U.S. News and World Report.
What you'll do
- The Multimedia Journalist writes and edits engaging content for articles and other projects, supporting the university's storytelling efforts. This role involves collaborating with teams, conducting interviews, and ensuring factual accuracy in content.
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