Get Editorial Staff Application

This guide provides detailed instructions on filling out the Editorial Staff Application online, ensuring a smooth application process. By following these steps, users can successfully complete the application form with ease.

Follow the steps to complete the application effectively:

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the application and open it in your preferred editor.
2. Carefully read the available positions and check the box next to the position(s) for which you are applying, ensuring you understand the roles associated with each.
3. In the Areas of Interest section, select as many topics as applicable to your writing expertise, taking care to note the restriction about not writing both opinion and news in the same semester.
4. Fill in your personal information, including your name, date, mailing addresses, and phone numbers. Ensure all details are accurate to avoid any miscommunication.
5. Indicate if you are enrolled at the University of Houston and provide your major. Answer whether you are in good academic standing, and include your anticipated graduation date.
6. Explain your motivation for wanting to work for The Daily Cougar in a clear and concise manner.
7. Detail your previous media experience, extracurricular activities, and any journalism-related courses you have completed or are currently attending.
8. Outline any ideas for coverage or improvements relevant to the positions you are applying for, and attach additional sheets if necessary.
9. Describe your experience with computer software that is pertinent to the roles you're applying for, including any skills with layout and graphics applications.
10. Attach a writing or graphic sample that aligns with the area(s) you are applying for, ensuring that writing samples meet the minimum length requirement of 300 words.
11. Once you have completed all sections, be sure to review your application for accuracy and completeness. After finalizing your responses, you can save your changes, download, print, or share the form.

Start your application process now and submit your Editorial Staff Application online.