Varsity consists of two main sections: the Newspaper and the Magazine (Vulture). We are looking to hire two Deputy editors, who will oversee the Newspaper (News, Comment, Features, Interviews, Science), and two Vulture editors, who will manage the Magazine (Fashion, Arts, Lifestyle, Film & TV, Theatre, Music).

We are also looking to hire a team of section editors. Section editors are responsible for overseeing their section’s output and writers. They need to be organised, creative, and able to lead and inspire a team. Working with their writers, they will be in charge of producing content for our fortnightly print editions and maintaining regular output on the website. Section editors will also set their sections in print and work with the Visual team to produce any relevant photo- and video-journalism.

Overseeing the day-to-day running of the newspaper sections, the primary responsibility of the Deputy Editors in Michaelmas will be the production of our fortnightly print editions as well as ensuring regular output on the website. As a line manager to various section editors, it will be the Deputy Editor’s responsibility to ensure strict filing day deadlines are met and high quality content is produced. Applicants should be committed individuals with excellent time management and organisational skills. Experience within Varsity and a working knowledge of Adobe InDesign will be important for this role. We are looking to recruit two Deputy Editors.

Able to toe the line between cliché and esoteric, the Vulture Editors will oversee the content and day-to-day running of the magazine. The primary responsibility of the Vulture Editors in Michaelmas will be the production of our fortnightly print editions and ensuring consistent output on the website. As a line manager to various section editors, it will be the Vulture Editor’s responsibility to ensure strict filing day deadlines are met and high quality content is produced. Applicants should be committed individuals with excellent time management skills and an interest in Cambridge’s creative scene. Experience within Varsity and working knowledge of Adobe InDesign will be important for this role. We are looking to recruit two Vulture Editors.

The Visual Editor will be responsible for overseeing photography, illustrations, and video-journalism in the paper. Excellent photos and illustrations will be central to the successful production of our print editions and in encouraging clicks on the website. The Visual Editor will oversee the Video and Photography & Illustrations Leads, as well as managing a wider team of photographers, illustrators, cartoonists and videographers. We are looking to recruit one Visual Editor.

News is the beating heart of Varsity and the paper’s biggest section. It’s dynamic and fast-paced, responsible for covering Cambridge and its institutions in an incisive and timely manner. News editors need to be dedicated and proactive individuals with an eye for a good story. All news editors will be expected to attend the weekly news meeting at the Varsity office in order to discuss leads and that week’s news agenda.

Senior News Editor: The Senior News Editors typically lead a team of four Deputy News Editors and fifteen news correspondents. They are responsible for shaping the news agenda, deciding what should (and should not) be covered and, crucially, how it should be covered – it’s a big responsibility. Senior News Editors must equally commit to training correspondents and other members of the Varsity team in news writing according to the in-house style. We are looking to recruit two Senior News Editors.

Deputy News Editor: The role of Deputy News Editor is the perfect intermediary position for someone who wants to both write and edit. They will play an important mentoring role to the newer additions of the team, but will also investigate their own leads to produce original and exciting copy. We are looking to recruit four Deputy News Editors.

Investigations Editor: The Investigations Editor must have a nose for the untold story and a drive to work independently, tackling in-depth projects with the aim of uncovering important issues and holding Cambridge institutions to account. The Investigations Editor will attend weekly news meetings but will focus solely on commissioning (and writing) longer-form investigative stories rather than shorter news updates.

The Features section is a space for articles that investigate Cambridge’s current community and history from a fresh perspective. These articles should contain information that readers wouldn’t be able to find elsewhere, whether that means investigating MI6 recruitment, Cambridge’s secret societies, or the failures of the collegiate system. We’re looking for someone with a clear understanding of what makes Cambridge unique and an eye for interesting perspectives on issues often under-discussed or marginalised. Features Editors must be motivated individuals who are comfortable helping writers chase leads and build a story. They will be responsible for the production of pieces with a historical or archival focus as well as present-day human interest stories for our print editions, in addition to regular online content. We are looking to recruit three Features Editors.

Comment is one of Varsity’s most popular sections. We want a Comment team who are compelled by the discussions around them of Cambridge’s key issues and understand the importance of seeking new perspectives and pushing them to evolve. Comment Editors will lead a team of columnists and staff writers and will be responsible for generating ideas, commissioning articles, and editing copy. They should not be afraid to challenge consensus: not all students see things the same way, so editors need to lead a balanced and diverse range of opinions. We are looking to recruit three Comment Editors.

Our Interviews Editors get the chance to meet fascinating and high-profile people from all walks of life. They should understand the Cambridge landscape and be able to discover new voices within our community as well as seek out well-known names to interview. They must be willing to repeatedly chase potential interviewees, search for new forms of contact, and be persistent in their requests. We want someone who understands how to draw out an interesting story from a person or transcript. We are looking to recruit two Interviews Editors.

With such an innovative scientific community at our fingertips, Cambridge represents a wealth of opportunity for our Science editors. Science editors should look to report on new research and scientific exhibits in Cambridge, as well as features that highlight student-relevant tidbits in an informative and engaging way. Heading up the section provides a welcome creative escape from typical STEM-student life, relating new stories or complicated problems in an accessible and engaging way.

Sport is one of our busiest and most vibrant sections, and its editors are in a prime position to shape discussions around sport in Cambridge. Sport editors must be prepared to provide prompt coverage on match reports, covering a wide and varied range of sports at different levels across the university. They also have the opportunity to interview the sporting stars of Cambridge and write exciting features on the sports world. They will lead a team of correspondents and staff writers, pushing for diversified and exciting content for the section. We are looking to recruit three Sport Editors.

Arts Editors have the luxury - and the responsibility - of engaging directly with the vibrant Cambridge arts scene. Whether reviewing the newest Cambridge exhibits or zines, interviewing up-and-coming creatives, or debating the best and worst of Cambridge architecture, the editors of this section must be able to write about Cambridge’s arts scene in an accessible and down-to-earth manner that can be enjoyed by all. Arts Editors must be willing to immerse themselves in Cambridge’s artistic spaces, and be thoughtful about how Varsity can build upon our examination and support of them. We are looking to recruit two Arts Editors.

Film & TV Editors must be compelled by both the Cambridge film and television scene and the broader cultural moment. Editors will be responsible for producing timely reviews in relation to both these areas, whether that means the latest student film screening or the newest Netflix show. Editors must be strict with the content that is reviewed in the section, able to discern which films will and will not garner the interest of the average Cambridge student. Working closely with members of the Cambridge film scene, they will also be expected to produce interviews and features that provide new insights into these spaces. We are looking to recruit two Film & TV Editors.

Music Editors need to be not only passionate about music, but engaged in the rich and exciting Cambridge music scene. They will be responsible for producing regular reviews of student bands, music nights, and concerts. They must also interview and feature prominent players in the Cambridge music scene, engaging with bands and societies in creative and innovative ways. Beyond this, they will need to produce content which explores music more generally, in the form of features, playlists and album reviews. We are looking to recruit two Music Editors, who will need to be able to platform and discuss all genres.

We are looking for two Fashion Editors with an eye for style. The Fashion section must aim to be accessible, personal and relevant to students. We're looking for individuals who are compelled by the vast range of fashion visible within Cambridge and have a good eye for design. Beyond writing and editing creative and topical articles, Fashion Editors will be responsible for photoshoots for print editions. This involves creating a concept, finding models, and liaising with the Visual editor to organise the shoot. From style guides to creative investigations, this role lets you set the standard for the Cambridge fashion scene.

The Theatre Editors will commission reviews as well as behind-the-scenes features and commentary exploring Cambridge's rich theatre scene. Next term, we’re eager to broaden the section’s focus beyond reviews, although these will remain important, seeking to highlight in particular the creative work students undertake to bring productions to life. This is a demanding role due to the large output of the section and the time-critical nature of reviews. We are especially looking for individuals who understand the Cambridge theatre scene well, are extremely organised and able to take great initiative in reaching out to shows (e.g. to review, or interview).

The Lifestyle section should be fun, down-to-earth, and relatable to all students at Cambridge. Editors must be quick, up-to-date with Cambridge events, and have a knack for sparking amusing conversations with our readership. From Agony Aunts to reviews, satire to personal columns, how-tos to please don’ts, Lifestyle is a diverse and engaging section. We are looking to recruit two Lifestyle editors.

Know your less from your fewer? Have an eye for commas, apostrophes, capital letters and spelling? Our team of sub-editors are the key to ensuring that Varsity maintains its reputation for clear and professional journalism. They ensure that all pieces conform to Varsity’s house style and flag up any content that may be unsuitable for publishing. Sub-editors come into the office to sub our print editions before we send off our pages – it’s fast-paced and a great chance to get involved with the heart of the paper.

We are looking to recruit a number of sub-editors as well as a Chief sub-editor who will manage the team to ensure content is reviewed in a timely fashion.

Applications for Sub-editor must include a critique of an article from any section from the past couple of terms, with particular attention to the detailed improvements which a sub-editor could make with reference to the Varsity style guide (300 words maximum).

Starting all the way back in 1931, Varsity has a rich history. Whether a Varsity lover or dedicated historian, our archives - which contain issues dating back to 1947 - offer many interesting insights and well-known names. As well as digitalising past print editions in the office to ensure our legacy is preserved and accessible, the Archivists will be responsible for producing the new ‘Vintage Varsity’ column in our print editions. The column will present and reflect on past Varsity stories in a humorous or reflective way. The Archivists should also be able to act as a point of guidance or assistance for other section editors looking to produce features with a historical or archival focus. We are looking to hire two individuals for this role.

To apply for this position, please provide three ideas for a 'Vintage Varsity' column with reference to stories from our online archives (see 'Paper Edition' on the website footer below). (300 words max)