The Quad Staff Writer Application Form
Instructions: Please complete all parts of form and send back as an attachment, along with a writing sample (an example of something you could see published on the website) to staff@buquad.com . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and short interviews are required for all potential staff members. All applications must be received by Wednesday, April 21st.
Personal Information
Name:
School:
Class Year:
Major(s)/Minor(s):
Phone Number:
Email address:
Position
I am interested in writing for the following sections (please mark all that apply with an x):
__Film __Ad Avenue (Advertising)
__Food __Campus
__Science __Fashion
__Literature __Politics
__Sports
__Technology
__Television
__Theater
__ My own column (please elaborate)___________________________________________________
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New writers often start out in the campus section. Are you willing to write for campus?
__Yes __No
In what activities are you involved on campus?
Responsibilities/Availability
Staff members are required to come to weekly meetings and write a blogpost each week (300-600 words). Experienced staff members also write issue articles (biweekly, 700-1000 words).
Please consider carefully: Are these realistic responsibilities for you?
Please describe your availability. Do you have any commitments that might jeopardize your ability to work for the Quad?
Please tell us about any relevant experience you have. Be sure to include any writing experience and activities that speak to your section(s) of interest.
Why do you want to work for the Quad?
Thank you for your interest in the Quad.
