Photo Editor NAIT Nugget (2026/27)

Photo Editor – NAIT Nugget (2026/27)

Start Date – August 1, 2026

Contract End – April 15, 2027

Are you a visual storyteller with a keen eye for detail? Do you have a passion for capturing moments that make an impact? We want YOU to lead the photo section at the NAIT Nugget, your campus news. 

Join the Nugget team as the Photo Editor. The Nugget is NAIT’s student news; our job is to report on what’s happening on campus and share the student voice.  An ideal photo editor will understand how a picture can tell 1000 words and be passionate about the ethical requirements of visual storytelling.  

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Attend and capture campus events, sports games, tournaments and other citywide events as required. 


• Collaborate with contributors, section editors, and Editor in Chief to create visually stunning and cohesive content.


• Enhance and retouch images to maintain consistency and elevate visual appeal.


• Manage and organize our photo library, ensuring easy access and efficient workflow.


• Stay updated with the latest photography and editing trends, tools, and techniques to keep our content fresh and innovative.


• Represent the Nugget in an ethical and professional manner.
  

This might be the job for you if...

• You're passionate about photography, visual storytelling or photojournalism. We're looking for a creative person who wants to help our articles shine. You don't need to be a professional, but you should have an eye for composition and a desire to keep learning and growing your craft.


• You have strong ethics. Working in news means you care about the facts and believe in the importance of strong reporting. You understand that photos can tell a story as well as words, and firmly believe in accurately representing a moment in time.


• You can work with tight deadlines. There are a lot of moving parts to a media machine, so we need someone that can constantly adjust and be flexible. We'll work with your schedule, but most of the work in this role is independent, so you should be a master of keeping yourself on task.

Why join the Nugget?

• Amazing perks, including access to the Nugget office


• Grow your writing, leadership and research skills 


• Great opportunity for anyone interested in journalism, media, or advocacy 


• Be part of a team dedicated to sharing information and keeping students informed 
  

Compensation and Hours:

• Salary: Starting at $500 per month
  


• Work Hours: Flexible hours with some requirements for mandatory meetings


• Employment Term: August 1, 2026 to April 15, 2027 

Qualifications & Considerations

Eligibility and Availability:

• Must be a current NAIT student enrolled for the full 2026/27 academic year, until at least April 2027
  


• Must be available for training during the first week of August; flexible work schedule for the rest of August


• The ideal candidate has open availability and/or a flexible schedule to attend events on campus or in the city

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge in photo editing software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.)


• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently


• Reliable and dependable to meet deadlines


• Comfortable interacting with a diverse group of people and approaching new people

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide the following:

• Resume (PDF)


• Cover Letter (PDF). Within your cover letter, please answer the following question: What interests you in this role and working for the Nugget?


• Sample(s) of your work. Please upload photo(s) you have taken or provide a link to your portfolio.


• Application responses and cover letter should be written in the candidate's own words and not generated by AI or automated tools. Applications may be reviewed for originality as part of the assessment process.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Next Steps

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis


• Interviews are expected to begin in late March / early April


• Interviews will take place on campus


• This position starts on August 1, 2026

Questions about accessibility or the application process?

Email [email protected] for general employment inquiries or to request accommodations during the recruitment or hiring process. Please do not use this email to request updates on your application status.

Closing Date: March 13th at 3:00PM, or until suitable candidates are found.

We can’t wait to see your application!