About

• The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University.

• The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution.

• In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.
• This is a volunteer honoraria position.
• Job Summary
• The Queen’s Journal is an entirely student-run newspaper at Queen’s University. The paper was founded in 1873 and has been continually published ever since. The Journal publishes a bi-weekly print edition and regular online content throughout the year.
• A visual portfolio must be e-mailed to newjournal.editors@ams.queensu.ca at the time of your application submission to supplement your application. Please include your name and the position title in the file's name.
• Job Competences
• Communication
• Organization
• Ownership
• Attention to Detail
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Creativity
• Job Duties
• Work with the Editorials Editor and the Editor(s) in Chief to generate ideas for The Journal’s Editorial Board accompanying visuals
• Visually produce two editorial cartoons per editorial relating to the topics discussed at Editorial Board meetings
• Be well-versed in different art mediums (i.e. acrylic painting, hand-drawn, tablet art, Photoshop, etc.)
• Attend all Editorial Board meetings, as well as all trainings provided to staff
• Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures and ethical standards
• Maintain timely communication with your direct supervisor
• Attend and fully participate in all in person and virtual meetings
• Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively
• Strive to foster a warm, comfortable and respectful atmosphere for all
• Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement
• Complete other job duties as assigned
• Job Requirements
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Working Conditions
• Interaction and collaboration with coworkers, managers and the Queen’s community
• The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.