About the role#
The Branding Iron Editor leads the editorial and production operations of the University of Wyoming student newspaper. This role is responsible for directing news coverage, managing publication workflows, and maintaining journalistic standards. The editor supervises a team of editors, designers, writers, and photographers while mentoring student journalists and supporting the growth of the publication.
What you'll do#
- Oversee all editorial operations, including story development, planning, and publication scheduling.
- Manage the newspaper layout, visual presentation, and print production processes.
- Ensure editorial accuracy, quality, and compliance with Associated Press (AP) style.
- Supervise and mentor student staff members, including editors, designers, and photographers.
- Collaborate with digital and broadcast teams on multimedia storytelling and audience engagement strategies.
- Coordinate coverage across news, sports, entertainment, and opinion sections.
- Attend weekly meetings with supervisors and student staff.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a University of Wyoming student with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Demonstrated experience in student journalism, newspaper production, or a related media organization.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a deep understanding of AP style.
- Proficiency in page design and newspaper production software, specifically Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Proven leadership, organization, and time management skills to handle multiple deadlines.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by production schedules.
Location & details#
- Location: Laramie, Wyoming.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Commitment: This is a full-time, paid position requiring at least 20 hours of work per week. At least 10 of these hours must be completed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employment begins August 24, 2026.
About University of Wyoming
The University of Wyoming is an educational and research institution based in Laramie. It was founded in 1886. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It operates within the higher education sector.
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