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Meg	Posted: Nov 14 2008, 02:22 PM QUOTE
Group: Admin Posts: 1 Member No.: 74 Joined: 14-June 08	THE NEW YORK TRIBUNE STAFF Editor-in-Chief :: They are sort of the one that oversees everything on the newspaper. They check the work of the other editors and makes sure that everything blends to form a smooth final product. Editors :: They are in charge of a specific section of the newspaper, whether that is features, business, lifestyles, sports, etc.) They make sure that everything in their section is running smoothly and that everyone is working together cohesively. Assistant Editors :: They work closely with the reporters and make sure that things run a bit smoother for the editors. They assign them work, brief them, guide them, and help shape the final story. Copy Editors :: They make sure that everything in the stories are spelled correctly, are grammatically correct, and fit in the space that is allotted to them. They spot the flaws and fix them. Junior Copy Editors are typically promoted after about two years. Journalists :: They are the ones that actually do the reporting and the writing. They usually get paired with a photographer if their story is in need of photos. They report to the Assistant Editors mainly. Photographers :: They take all of the photos for the stories and advertising that appears in the newspaper. They must be able to use a DSLR camera, edit their own photos, and work with a few different journalists. Columnists :: They are responsible for answering questions from their readers and giving their opinions on whatever subject matter they are writing about. Reviewers :: Depending on what they are reviewing, they will use or see that product and write their opinions about whether it is good, bad, indifferent, etc. Specialists :: They are the ones that don't really fit into any of the other categories. They specialize in one specific field like obituary writing or cartoons and are responsible for producing them. Interns :: They are responsible for helping out wherever they are needed in the section that they are interning in. Sometimes that means running errands for the journalists, helping the photographers, or doing whatever it is that the editors need. Receptionists :: They sit at the front desk and are responsible for answering the phones, checking people in and out throughout the day, filing, typing, and keeping the reception area tidy. Personal Assistants :: They are basically the aides for the Editor-in-Chief and the Board President. They keep track of their appointments, run their errands, and do pretty much anything else that their bosses require them to do. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS President :: They run the board meetings and see that the board functions effectively, interacts with the management, and fulfills all of its duties. President-Elect :: They assume the responsibilities of the President in their absence, accepts responsibilities delegated by the President, and attend meetings. Director :: They serve a three year term by leading, advising and supporting the activities of the board. They attend all of the meetings, monitor standing committees, and accept special assignments designated by the President. Secretary :: They record the minutes at the Board meetings, and may be asked by President and Executive Director to assist with meeting agendas. Treasurer :: They act as the Board's "money conscience", prepare the annual budget, monitor expenditures, income, and long-term investments, and approves expense accounts of the Director, President, President-Elect and Secretary. Division Cabinet Chair :: They attend four Board meetings each year, represent Division concerns to the Board of Directors, and works closely with the Division Cabinet Chair-Elect in order to prepare them to assume the office. Division Cabinet Chair-Elect :: They attend four Board meetings each year, represent Division concerns to the Board of Directors, and works closely with the Division Cabinet Chair in order to prepare themselves to assume the office. Chapter Cabinet Chair :: They attend four Board meetings each year, present to the Board motions passed Chapter Cabinet, represent Chapter concerns to the Board, and works closely with the Chapter Cabinet Chair-Elect in order to prepare them to assume the office. Chapter Cabinet Chair-Elect :: They attend four Board meetings each year, present to the Board motions passed Chapter Cabinet, represent Chapter concerns to the Board, and works closely with the Chapter Cabinet Chair in order to prepare themselves to assume the office.
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