How many people serve in this Role?
1 new Editor is elected each year to serve for 2 years (which means that there are 2 Editors every year, one new and one returning)
Who can run for this Role?
Must have at least 1 year of experience participating in Youth and Government
Main Role and Responsibilities
Media Editors act as Editor-in-Chief of all publications during the Youth and Government Weekend helping to decide what stories get told, editing content, and making sure the public sees what is happening in the program. In cooperation with other Media team members, they create and publish print and digital media, including 3 newspapers (Friday Night, Saturday Night and Sunday Closing editions), Instagram and other social media posts.
Outside of the Youth and Government Weekend, Media Editors are part of the program student leadership team and assist in planning the next year’s program. In addition, they work with the Program Director to publish a monthly newsletter to keep participants connected during the year.
Responsibilities include:
- Creating news coverage during the Youth and Government Weekend
- Writing articles, reports, or updates about what participants are doing and learning
- Capturing key moments with photos/videos
- Managing media content for newsletters, social media, websites, or conference publications
- Interviewing participants, delegates, and leaders to highlight student voices and achievements.
- Collaborating with media team members to produce final content.
What skills are important for this role?
- Interest in journalism
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Photography/videography
- Editing for grammar, clarity, and content
- Teamwork
- Public Relations
Does this Role attend the Leadership Training beginning on Thursday?
Yes!
Election/Selection Procedure
Media Editors are appointed positions, selected by a committee of Advisors and the Youth Governor.
To apply for this position:
- Complete the MEDIA APPLICATION
- Deadline is Tuesday after Ingenious People Day at 5:00 PM
- A committee of Advisors or Youth Governor will select and will announce winner at Caucus B
- If all roles are not filled, an election will be held at Caucus C.
