Temporary Bremner Editing Center Assistant

Students in the School of Journalism visit the Bremner Center for one-on-one help with editing their writing, including assignments, cover letters and application essays. They must be finished with a draft before they come in: The help is with revision and editing, not the initial writing process (though there is often lots of discussion about that as well). The assistant will work with student writers step by step through a piece of writing, pointing out what should be changed and explaining changes to correct mistakes and structural issues. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following skills:  

• Thorough knowledge of how good professional/journalistic writing is structured, what it needs to include and what it should not include 
• Familiarity with Associated Press style and common journalism and strategic communication writing formats 
• Ability to explain why things are wrong or need to be changed. 
• Ability to focus on clear, correct, concise writing.

100%: Student Editing Assistance

• Under the guidance of the Bremner Editing Center Coordinator, the assistant will work individually with student writers editing their assignment, noting areas that need improvement and why, and explaining how to recognize and fix errors and structural problems. 
• Maintain a presence in the editing center when the Coordinator is unavailable. 
• Attend JMC Study Hall sessions to assist students, as scheduled between candidate and Coordinator. 

As evidenced in application materials, the successful candidate will have:

1. Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism or related field 
2. High level of English proficiency, as evidenced by application materials. 
3. Impeccable grammar, usage, spelling and punctuation as seen in application materials or provided work samples.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

1. Experience editing writing in journalism or mass communication settings

 

Gerri Berendzen
gberendzen@ku.edu

A complete application consists of:

• resume
• cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
• list of three professional references

Application review begins Monday, September 21, 2026. To ensure consideration, please apply prior to that date. 

Part-time, approximately 10 hours/week, with potentially more additional hours and schedule will be determined by candidate and supervisor

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