Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Coaching, Communication Skills, Content Development, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Editing, Editorials, Entertainment and Media, Facebook, Follow Through, Interpersonal Skills, Journalism, LinkedIn, Logistics, Logistics Management, Mentoring, Multimedia, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Promotional Programs, Social Media, Storytelling, Technical Support, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
OVERVIEW
JOB TITLE: Editorial and Administrative AssistantLOCATION: St. PaulPAY RATE: $16.50/hour
DEADLINE: June 15, 2026
PERIOD: Late June to Mid-August 2026
ThreeSixty Journalism staff generally work Monday through Friday during standard daytime hours. For this summer position, the preferred availability is late June through late August 2026, with a target start date of June 22. Specific schedules will be coordinated with the selected student employee based on program needs and availability.
About ThreeSixty Journalism
ThreeSixty Journalism is a youth-focused multimedia storytelling program based in the University of St. Thomas Department of Emerging Media. It equips young Minnesotans to be sense makers, truth tellers, and bridge builders for an equitable society through multimedia journalism. Read more
Summary
ThreeSixty Journalism seeks an Editorial and Administrative Assistant to support summer programming, including Radio Camp, the Multimedia Storytelling Institute, and the College Essay Workshop. This student role includes editorial content creation, classroom and workshop support, student mentorship, and administrative coordination. The position is well suited for a student with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and an interest in journalism, youth development, and program operations.
The assistant will report to the Associate Director of Programs and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced summer program environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support summer programming for Radio Camp, the Multimedia Storytelling Institute, and the College Essay Workshop
- Write and produce stories, recaps, profiles, and promotional content for program communications
- Provide classroom and workshop support by assisting instructors, answering questions, and helping students stay engaged and on task
- Offer feedback and encouragement to student participants working on journalism, multimedia, and college essay projects
- Assist with program logistics such as setup, materials organization, attendance, and day-to-day coordination
- Support basic technology and media organization needs during digital storytelling activities
- Provide administrative support, including communication, documentation, and preparation of program materials
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: Experience with journalistic news and feature writing, including interviewing, drafting, revising, and editing content for public audiences
- Required: Familiarity with and proficiency in creating and sharing content across social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X
- Required: Understanding of systemic oppression and a commitment to contributing to a more just, equitable, and inclusive media industry
- Required: Ability to pass a background check in order to work with minors
- Preferred: Previous experience with ThreeSixty Journalism or similar youth media programs, and/or shared lived experience with the students and communities the program serves
Preferred Skills
- Strong writing, editing, and multimedia storytelling skills
- Experience supporting youth development, teaching, mentoring, coaching, or educational programming for young people
- Ability to build relationships with students, staff, volunteers, and community partners in journalism and multimedia storytelling
- Strong organizational skills, event support experience, and attention to detail in fast-paced program settings
- Ability to manage logistics, support operations, and handle multiple tasks with professionalism and follow-through
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for student employment, St. Thomas students must be degree seeking at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Students must be actively enrolled at least part-time in courses for credit. For further information on eligibility please see the Student Employee Toolkit on One StThomas.
The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.