We’re always looking for passionate MSU Denver students to join our team.
The first step is simple: read more about our program below and fill out an online application. Once we receive your application, we will follow up shortly with more information about opportunities that match your interests. Keep in mind, our heaviest recruitment periods typically fall before the start of a new semester.
Timeline:
- May 24: Application for volunteer positions due
- May 28 & 29: Interviews for volunteer positions
- May 31: Met Report Auditions
- June 3-14: Summer Training
A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
At the core of the Student Media program is the belief that hands-on experience is the best career preparation. Our radio, magazine, newspaper and television outlets are student-led. To provide structure and mentorship, communications professionals are employed in our office as administrators and advisers. The best testament to the value of the Student Media experience is the success of our alumni, now employed as newsroom leaders, CEOs and anchors in major TV markets.
AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR FUTURE
At the conclusion of the work experience, we hope students will have gained a set of competencies that will help them succeed in any work environment, including:
Creativity: Thinking outside the box to communicate and overcome challenges
Communications: Sharing information in a variety of formats
Judgment and decision-making: Identifying key issues, gathering essential information and formulating a plan for action
Teamwork: Collaborating with diverse populations, from administrators to community members to student peers
Technological awareness: Using new technologies to meet communication goals
Creativity: Thinking outside the box to communicate and overcome challenges
Communications: Sharing information in a variety of formats
Judgment and decision-making: Identifying key issues, gathering essential information and formulating a plan for action
Teamwork: Collaborating with diverse populations, from administrators to community members to student peers
Technological awareness: Using new technologies to meet communication goals
COMPENSATION
Students interested in radio, television and print typically begin as volunteers, where they learn basic media skills under the direction of more tenured students. Opportunities to earn academic credit for voluntary contributions can be pursued through practicums offered by the MSU Denver journalism and speech communications departments or, in some cases, through the Internship Center. Students who advance to leadership positions in radio, television and print may earn a monthly stipend for fulfillment of duties. Eligible students may receive compensation through the Federal Work-Study Program, if awarded funds through the Office of Financial Aid. Volunteer contributors who do not receive Work-Study may be eligible for an MSM “contributor incentive bonus.” Student Media also has a limited number of paid positions available in our administrative, advertising, creative and Web teams.
EXPECTATIONS
Students on our team must:
- Be enrolled in at least 6 credits at MSU Denver
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA
- Meet with a Student Media administrator to complete all necessary volunteer or employment paperwork prior to commencement of activities
- Satisfy the responsibilities outlined in their job descriptions and strive to achieve select competencies. It is expected that students’ dedication to their media positions follow closely behind dedication to academic studies
All staff members are expected to:
- Attend weekly planning meetings for relevant entity and team
- Attend monthly Student Media staff meetings
- Meet all assigned deadlines
- Abide by office and university policies
- Provide monthly activity summaries to administrators
- Demonstrate contribution in measurable ways, including the fulfillment of duties described in position description
PROGRAM PARTICIPATION GUIDE
Our Program Participation Guide (PDF) is a comprehensive guide to working at MSU Denver Student Media.
We want you! Here is what we’re currently hiring for:
Paid Positions
These positions are considered hourly, with bi-weekly or monthly compensation.
Advertising Sales Executives
The advertising sales executive is primarily responsible for selling print and digital advertising space and obtaining sponsors for Student Media television and radio products. Working in collaboration with a team of advertising executives, he or she provides excellent customer service to existing clients, and researches and contacts prospective clients. The executive coordinates all necessary tasks to meet client obligations, participates in outreach activities on behalf of Student Media and contributes to its overall marketing and outreach plan. Positions begin in the fall.
Apply now.
Apply now.
Volunteer/Work-Study Positions
These are volunteer positions. Students who have been awarded Work-Study through the MSU Denver Office of Financial Aid may be paid hourly in these positions.
Blogger
A blogger develops online content for Student Media websites. He or she is expected to produce at least four entries per month under an approved theme. The blogger works in coordination with a managing editor to meet established deadlines and journalistic standards.
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Copy Editor
The copy editor proofreads content for publication in The Metropolitan and on metnews.org. Reporting directly to section editors, the copy editor evaluates content (including but not limited to stories, cutlines and headlines) for accuracy, balance and adherence to English grammar rules, AP style and Met style. She or he also assists in screening content for libel issues.
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Distribution Coordinator
The distribution coordinator is part of the Student Media Street Team. The Street Team ensures the timely delivery of 3,500 newspapers at more than 60 campus and downtown Denver locations by 5 p.m. every Thursday. The coordinator monitors and records accurate pick-up rates at all distribution locations and maintains newspaper bins. He or she also distributes Student Media fliers, and contributes to the overall Student Media outreach and marketing plan. This may include staffing information tables, coordinating events and developing innovative ways to increase awareness of Student Media products.
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Photographer
In close collaboration with senior Student Media leaders, the photographer seeks out and develops photographic content for Student Media print, radio or television outlets. The photographer actively seeks proficiency in all areas photojournalism production as established by the Photo Editor.
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Reporter
In close collaboration with senior Student Media leaders, the reporter seeks out and develops story ideas for Student Media print, radio or television outlets. The reporter actively seeks proficiency in all areas of journalism production according to the standards and policies established by the student leaders. He or she typically compiles at least one news, sports or entertainment story per week, according to the assignments of student leaders.
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Apply now.
Videographer
In close collaboration with senior Student Media leaders, the videographer seeks out and develops video content for Student Media print, radio or television outlets. The videographer actively seeks proficiency in all areas digital journalism production as established by the Photo Editor.
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