Videographers are essential visionaries at the Daily Emerald. They work closely with writers and reporters on the front lines to bring written stories to life. Videographers are always on the watch for news—either stories around the UO community, the greater Eugene area or statewide. At the …
How to Apply for Emerald Newsroom Positions
The Daily Emerald is hiring for fall 2021. Apply here: https://airtable.com/shrw1TXFfRL4Gh1aJ. Applications are due at midnight on August 29. If certain positions remain open after August 29, the Emerald may reopen applications for those positions. Applications include a cover letter, resume and three to five work samples. Work samples do not need to have been published. Most entry level positions are unpaid, with opportunities for advancement to paid senoir reporter or editor roles. Email Editor-in-Chief Sarah-Mae McCullough at editor@dailyemerald.com with any questions.
Emerald Newsroom Positions
News reporters are the Emerald’s first responders. They work relentlessly and passionately to inform the UO community on all things ASUO, UOPD, administration and beyond. When news breaks, they cover it. When UO students have questions, they turn to our news reporters to answer them. Reporte…
A&C writers uncover and report news in Eugene’s arts and culture scene and write subjective commentary on the arts, giving their unique perspective as a college student in their area of focus. Reporting includes features on local people, organizations and events. Subjective commentary in…
Opinion Columnists provide well-informed perspectives on local issues affecting the UO community, often prompting debate and encouraging readers to consider something from a different point of view. They thoroughly research their topics, stay on top of local issues and aren’t afraid to disag…
Similar to opinion columnists, editorial cartoonists work on the Opinion desk to prompt public debate and share their informed perspective on issues that matter to the UO community.
Data graphic designers find creative ways to visualize the information and data provided by reporters. They use charts, maps, graphs and a variety of visual tools to help the reader better understand the content of an article. They may also independently develop visual stories based on data …
Fact checkers ensure that the Emerald meets the highest standard of accuracy and credibility. They review stories before publication and verify factual information. For long-form or highly sensitive stories, fact checkers may engage in a more thorough process, including calling sources and l…