About the position

BruinLife Copy is responsible for editing all written content for our publications: The BruinLife Annual (our yearbook) and BruinLife Online (our lifestyle blog).

The BruinLife Annual’s main objective is to give the UCLA student body an accurate reflection of the school year through photos and stories by Bruins and about Bruins, offering UCLA students a reflective keepsake of their time on campus. BruinLife Online aims to provide lifestyle and entertainment content to the UCLA community, distinct from Daily Bruin’s campus news. This includes guides to LA, tips for apartment hunting, reviews of local shows and movies, trend alerts, etc. in blog-style articles.

Copy staff edits all articles for grammar, AP Style, clarity, coherence, factual accuracy, sensitivity and consistency. Our team ensures every article is polished, professional and ready for publication on deadline.

Responsibilities

• Edit BruinLife articles, headlines and photo captions
• Provide writers with constructive feedback and support.
• Read closely for tone and context—language should inform, not alienate. We want to help the reader as much as possible.
• Attend all-staff meetings and section meetings.
• Attend at least 1 all staff social per quarter
• Attend at least 1 section social per quarter
• Complete at least 1 one-on-one with your section editor per quarter. Complete a minimum of 3 office hours a week: All BruinLife staff members must fulfill this requirement. Office hours may be completed at any time during the week at your discretion. The purposes of these office hours are to work on BruinLife assignments in-office, but we also encourage staffers to utilize the office to study, rest and socialize with other BruinLife members.

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Desire to grow, collaborate and get involved
• Clear, respectful, and open communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with AP Style is a plus (but not required—we’ll teach you!)

Training

All new interns are required to attend Student Media training, as well as any training provided by your section editor. Student Media trainings typically occur on the weekends following Weeks 3, 4, and 5. Further details will be shared upon acceptance.

What we can offer you

• An extensive resume.
• Networking opportunities with alumni and other Student Media publications.
• A platform to build your voice.
• Opportunities to engage with the campus and LA community.
• Valuable newsroom knowledge and a better understanding of how to work in an editorial environment.
• Opportunities for growth.
• A safe space for discourse and differing values.
• Food and socials.
• Long time friends!

Application Materials

• Resume (PDF)
• Editing Exercise (PDF)
• Short answer responses
• Screenshot of your tentative fall quarter schedule

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we value open communication and are here to support you throughout the application process. Email us at [email protected] or [email protected].