Student Assistant (Copy Editor) - RAM Page

Angelo State University, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: San Angelo, TEXAS
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Position Information


Job Title Student Assistant (Copy Editor) - RAM Page
Position Type Student
Division Academic Affairs
Department Communication and Mass Media
Job Description
This posting will remain open to generate a pool of qualified student applicants for available positions during the semester.

Reviews and edits content posted to the Ram Page website and social media to ensure accuracy, clarity, fairness, and compliance with AP style. Editing includes fact‑checking, confirming sources, and reviewing grammar, spelling, and overall writing quality. Responsibilities align with the job expectations associated with this position. Applicants should submit a resume highlighting relevant experience or skills.
Essential job duties include:
  • Serving as a liaison with the Ram Page editor and staff.
  • Serving as a member of the editorial board.
  • Editing and managing newspaper content.
  • Reviewing and editing (or requesting to correct) all content truth, fairness, balance, accuracy, missing information (facts, sources, statements, etc.), writing style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure and AP style.
  • Following up with writers, photographers and editors to make sure any requested revisions/corrections are incorporated in a timely manner.
  • Being able to work on an ongoing/as-necessary basis and meet tight deadlines.
  • Guiding Ram Page staff members in AP style and byline/caption/cutline/social media/etc. writing.
  • Writing columns and feature stories if/when assigned.
  • Performing basic operations in the Ram Page website backdoor. On the job training provided if necessary or requested.
  • Being able to meet tight deadlines and accommodate short notices if necessary.
  • Assisting Ram Page editor in various tasks commensurate with the employee’s position, skillset and abilities.
  • Attending and participating in all Ram Page staff meetings (with the exception for extenuating circumstances established on case-by-case basis).
  • Being available for at least some department-initiated events that involve Ram Page (e.g., welcoming visitors from high schools touring the campus and introducing them to Ram Page, etc.).
Required Qualifications
  • Must be a currently enrolled student and registered for classes.
  • Appropriate writing skills (grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, concise and clear writing style).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Understanding of journalism and its role and of established professional standards.
  • Solid knowledge of news writing and AP style.
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to lift/carry up to approximately 5 lbs.
  • Must be able to work indoors and outdoors and stand for 2-4 hrs. at a time if necessary.
Salary $10.00/hr
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu .

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 04/17/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant

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