See below positions open for our Volume 79 Summer Staff. If you have any questions, reach out to business@martlet.ca for more details.
Our next round of hiring will be in August 2026 for our Fall Staff.
The Martlet is always accepting new volunteers! For more information about volunteer opportunities, please email info@martlet.ca.
CURRENT POSTINGS:
Senior Staff Writer — the Martlet, UVic’s Independent Newspaper
Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 28 at 5:00pm.*Applicants are encouraged to apply asap*
Start Date: May 11, 2026
End Date: August 25, 2026
Wage: $20.00/hour
Hours: 10 hours bi-weekly
Location: hybrid remote
Positions Available: 1-2
Overview
Staff writers collaborate with Martlet staff and the Editor-in-Chief to write quality articles, online and in print. Writers will produce 2-3 articles per publication cycle and conduct interviews and research. Writers may be assigned beats at the editor’s discretion, and are otherwise general assignment reporters. The Martlet’s coverage reflects the student and alternative focus of the paper. Staff writers are much more than just wordsmiths: they engage with the broader UVic community, pitch their own story ideas, and work alongside other Martlet staff to create exceptional reporting. This position involves collaborating with other staff on stories, liaising with editors and volunteers, assisting the Martlet’s Design Director with images for stories, and may involve editing as required. The right person for this role will display adaptability, creativity, a critical perspective, and an ability to take initiative.
As a Staff Writer, you will be responsible for:
- Pitching and crafting 2-3 stories per issue. Stories should be of varying lengths and spanning all sections of the Martlet
- Creating at least one long-form feature during your tenure
- Interviewing sources and representing the Martlet in the broader UVic community
- Creating social media content based off of your articles for the Martlet’s social media
- Attending meetings such as story meetings, copyediting, and training workshops in person
- Being an active and engaged member of the Martlet team; helping mentor volunteers
- Filling in gaps in the production cycle as needed, which could include editing, taking photographs, or creating additional social media content
- Abiding by the Martlet’s Code of Conduct, Conflict-of-Interest Policy, Fact-checking guidelines, and other policies
Skills:
- strong writing & clear communication skills
- familiarity with the UVic community and Victoria
- experience working with the public or conducting interviews
- ability to work within tight deadlines; reliability
- able to take constructive criticism
- confident working independently
- previous experience with the Martlet is considered an asset
- photography experience is considered an asset
To apply for this position, e-mail your resume, cover letter, and 1-3 writing samples to business@martlet.ca by the application deadline. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
