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Woroni (ANU Student Media) is looking for an ANU student to fill a casual vacancy on our Board of Editors.
The successful applicant will take on the role of Deputy Editor-in-Chief. The Deputy Editor-in-Chief’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, creating and maintaining the records of the Association, organising Board and General Meetings, interpreting and advising the Board on the Association’s Constitution, Regulations and Policies, managing the Association’s electoral affairs and appointing and managing Sub-Editors to assist in the management and administration of the Association. The successful applicant will be someone who is highly organised, collaborative and a team player.
All members of Woroni’s Board of Editors are Directors of the organisation and are Responsible Persons for the organisation in accordance with the Australian Charities and NFP Commission Governance Standards.
The successful applicant will be expected to put in approx. 10-15 hours of work a week on average and can expect to be paid an honorarium to compensate for their time. The position will commence on 20 March and conclude on 18 June 2023. The role requires close collaboration with the seven other Board members, so an ability to work in a team is a must.
If you are at all interested we invite you to apply through the form at the bottom of this page.
Your application must include:
Your name and pronouns
The best email to contact you on
Your u-number
Your year of study
Your degree
Up to 500 words in response to the following two questions:
Describe your relevant experience in policy creation and/or enforcement.
Describe the importance of good governance in an organisation such as Woroni.
Why do you want to join Woroni in this role?
How would you, as Deputy Editor in Chief, work to support Woroni’s mission (as listed in the ‘about’ section of our website)?
Applications will close 5PM Sunday 12 March, 2023.
Woroni is hiring for 2023! Positions are available in our art, management, news, radio and tv portfolios.
At Woroni we are committed to:
producing interesting, entertaining, informative and regular content across our print, multimedia, radio and online media platforms;
contributing to a sense of university identity and reflecting the scholarly and cultural diversity of the ANU community;
promoting open public dialogue and debate in the ANU community;
promoting awareness of the variety of curricular and extra-curricular activities undertaken by students at ANU;
discovering and developing the creative talents of students at ANU in journalism and the media arts;
promoting the best practice in professional journalism; and
being innovative and exploring new media forms.
A great student media organisation is for everyone. Student media should promote conversations, and provide a platform for people with different views, identities and lived experiences. Our ultimate aim is to build a culture of inclusivity and diversity across our platforms. A large portion of ANU’s students relocate to Canberra to study, which means our community is extremely diverse. Woroni is funded by, created by and consumed by ANU students, and our mission is to produce print, radio and television content that truly reflects this community.
Woroni is committed to diversity in hiring and encourages applications from ANU students of all backgrounds. These are volunteer positions, however individuals can expect to receive an honorarium based on their commitment to the role. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact woronieic@gmail.com. If you would like to contribute to our mission, see below for all the ways you can get involved with student media!
All applications will close at midnight on Friday the 17th of February 2023. Interviews may be conducted at any time through the hiring period.
ART
The Art team is responsible for all aspects of art and graphic design at Woroni. We encourage absolute creative freedom in your artistry and becoming a part of the team is a great way to get experience in having your work published. Positions available are Artist, Art Sourcing Sub-Editor and Senior Artist. If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or if you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact woroniart@gmail.com.
Artist
Art Sub-Editors are responsible for creating high quality art for Woroni and must be able to stick to strict deadlines. Artists must be able to produce work of specific structural qualities (ppi, sizing, cmyk colour palette etc.), Some experience in producing art and/or designs under instruction is preferred but not required. Ideally, Artists would work well within a team, are approachable, and want to bring their own ideas to life!
Art Sourcing Sub-Editor
The Art Sourcing Sub-Editor’s role is to source art for Woroni mastheads. It is the Sub-Editor’s responsibility to make sure the sourced work adheres to specific structural qualities (ppi, sizing, CMYK colour palette etc.). A large component of the role is liaising with a variety of appropriate channels in order to source diverse, representative art for Woroni. Ideally, the Sub-Editor would be outgoing, approachable, and willing to put themselves out there in order to source art.
Senior Artist
Art Senior Sub-Editors carry the same duties as Artists with a few additional roles. Senior Artists are also expected to assist the Art Editor in some of their duties like taking team minutes, helping the other artists as well as fostering teamwork. Senior Artists may also be asked to help the Art Editor run events, workshops or other social activities. Ideally, Senior Artists would work well within a team, are a great communicator, are innovative and enjoy leadership!
Submit your application to join the Art Team here.
MANAGEMENT
The management team operates across all of Woroni’s content-producing portfolios and contributes to organisational co-ordination. We are seeking driven and innovative individuals to join the team either as a Photographer, Business and Strategy Assistant or Senior Events Officer. If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or if you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Matthew Box at managingeditor@woroni.com.au.
Photographer
The role of a Photographer is to capture and record events organised and attended by members of the ANU community. The work of a Photographer may appear under any Woroni masthead and Photographers are encouraged to pitch their own creative content. The role is approximately 6 hours per week, and includes photographing, editing and submitting photos. Currently possessing a camera, while not required, is highly valued in applicants and applications should include an up-to-date portfolio. The ideal candidate will be someone with creative ideas for the position; an ability to manage multiple, competing deadlines; and strong communication skills.
Business and Strategy Assistant
The Business and Strategy Assistant will assist the Board to develop short and longer-term strategies and business operations for the Association. The successful individual will work closely with the Managing Editor in procurement matters and in investigating additional revenue streams. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an understanding of planning and show how they could assist the Board in pursuing business and strategy planning. The ideal candidate will also be able to communicate via written and verbal means effectively. There will be scope within the role for the individual to pursue personal interest projects. Applicants should be prepared to commit at least 5 hours a week to the role during semester.
Senior Events Officer
The Senior Events Officer will work alongside the rest of the management team, including two events officers, to organise, coordinate and manage events run and funded by Woroni. The individual will work closely with the Managing Editor and the rest of the Board to plan events and ensure the administration work of organising events is completed effectively and in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in organising events, will be effective in both written and verbal communication and will be able to help manage a small team. The successful individual will be expected to commit an average of 6-8 hours a week across the semester.
Submit your application to join the Management Team here.
NEWS
Woroni’s News Team reports on the current affairs impacting the ANU community and students in particular. It is a fast-paced work environment where members of the team report on a variety of topics, ranging from student politics, changes to the University’s policies, to the Federal Budget. The News Team meets each week and everyone meets tight deadlines. It is a fun, closely-knit team that helps create excellent writers who work well under pressure. If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or if you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact woroninewseditor@gmail.com.
News Reporter
News Reporters regularly write articles for Woroni News on events and issues that impact ANU students. They are expected to engage with campus life, write, on average, an article a week, and attend weekly team meetings. The role will also involve attending various events throughout the semester, like festivals, non-autonomous collective meetings, protests etc. News Reporters must be able to: write concisely and accurately; meet deadlines at short notice; pitch story ideas; work well in a team environment; and be confident in independently investigating issues further.
Senior Writer
The Senior Writer is a unique position, which focuses on feature-length articles that delve into the complexities and perspectives of an issue. They are expected to engage with issues on campus and to understand and summarise the voices of those involved, including students, staff and University management. The Senior Writer should excel in concise, articulate writing that can prioritise the human side of stories, going above and beyond just relaying the facts of a story. They should be able to produce polished drafts, and edit the drafts of other reporters, reliably meet deadlines, be confident in independent research, regularly pitch their own articles and work well in a team. The expectation is that, in a semester, the Senior Writer produces five articles. Experience in writing and journalism will be an asset, but is not necessary for this role.
Senior Reporter
Senior Reporters both write and edit articles. They are a senior-sub editor, meaning they take some responsibility for helping manage the News Team. In practice, this includes overseeing News Reporters writing articles, editing their work, and providing advice on specific issues. The workload of Senior Reporters varies from week to week, but usually consists of one article per week, and editing other reporters’ articles. Senior Reporters should be organised, capable of providing even-handed criticism, and capable of working with other people. Applicants with prior experience in student journalism and reporting are preferred.
Submit your application to join the News Team here.
RADIO
The Radio team runs Woroni Radio; ANU’s student radio. From scheduled broadcasts to one-off specials, there is a kaleidoscope of content produced by Woroni Radio. We are seeking passionate and energetic individuals for the role of Producer. A producer provides both technical and moral support to presenters throughout the semester. Producers and presenters will work together to create an engaging radio shows that airs on a weekly basis. They will also assist the Radio Editor with content production. This role is approximately 5-7 hours per week and no past experience is necessary as long as you are keen to learn and passionate about helping our presenters create quality radio content! The ideal candidate will be approachable, organised, responsible, reliable, a good communicator, a team player and a critical thinker. If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or if you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact woroniradioeditor@gmail.com.
Submit your application to become a producer for the Radio Team here.
TV
The TV portfolio at Woroni produces video content ranging from videos about campus life, to news reporting, to short film. We’re looking for aspiring filmmakers, documentary presenters, screenwriters, news anchors, vloggers, and anyone interested in being behind a camera! All applicants must be willing to use or learn to use Adobe Premiere Pro, as well as commit to weekly meetings. People with any level of experience are encouraged to apply! If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or if you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact woronitveditor@gmail.com.
Production Assistant
Production Assistants are responsible for assisting the production of video content within a small team. The role includes responsibilities such as: developing video ideas, editing videos in conjunction with the team, and filming. This role is ideal for someone looking for a smaller commitment and to develop more basic skills in camera operation and editing.
Producer
Producers are responsible for driving the creation of video content. This will include: generating ideas and writing scripts if necessary, storyboarding, organising shoot logistics, as well as filming and editing while working closely with the team. Ideally, people applying for this role will have some experience of film production and editing.
Executive Producer
The executive producer’s role is to coordinate a production team, organise weekly meetings, and contribute to video development, as well as camera operation and editing. This role is ideal for someone with experience in film production and managing a team, who is able to manage a more significant time commitment.
Submit your application to join the TV Team here.
Woroni is hiring for 2023! Positions are available in our art, management, news, radio and tv portfolios.
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Woroni (ANU Student Media) is looking for an ANU student to fill a casual vacancy on our Board of Editors.
The successful applicant will take on the role of Content Editor. The Content Editor’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training and supervision of a team of sub-editors and strategising and supervising magazine content. The successful applicant will be someone who is highly organised, creative, collaborative, and excited to be a leader of student media at the ANU.
All members of Woroni’s Board of Editors are Directors of the organisation and are Responsible Persons for the organisation in accordance with the Australian Charities and NFP Commission Governance Standards.
The successful applicant will be expected to put in approx. 10-15 hours of work a week on average and can expect to be paid an honorarium to compensate for their time. The position will commence on 3 February and conclude on 18 November 2023. The role requires close collaboration with the seven other Board members, so an ability to work in a team is a must.
If you are at all interested we invite you to apply through the form at the bottom of this page.
Your application must include:
your name;
student number;
year of study;
degree;
500 words or less in response to each of the following:
Why do you want to be Content Editor and what relevant experience do you have?
What would you like to achieve as Content Editor/what is your vision for the Content Portfolio?
Applications will close 5PM Tuesday 31 January, 2023.
Woroni is pleased to announce that Phoebe Lupton has been successfully elected to be Woroni’s next Content Editor. Congratulations to her for her success, and thank you to all the individuals who ran, contributed to the election and voted.
The positions of Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Television Editor and Art Editor were elected unopposed. Congratulations to Josefine Ganko, Julia Faragher and Georgia Kamvissis who will be filling these positions respectively.
The Editor positions will be for 12 months commencing from June 23 2019 and concluding on 22 July 2020.
To find out more about our new editors, have a read of their bios!
Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Josefine Ganko
I have been involved with Woroni for over two years now, and am excited by the prospect of a position on the board of directors. I started out as a casual contributor, and then joined the news team as a reporter. From there I became the reviews sub-editor, a position I have held for over two semesters now. I think I have all the necessary experience to take up a position on the board, and more specifically the position of deputy editor-in-chief. While this role is a little more mysterious than most, over the years I have seen how the deputy has the ability to completely reshape the ANU student media institution. Whether it’s constitutional change or the shift to the magazine format, the deputy editor-in-chief is at the forefront of Woroni’s big picture projects. While I’m not yet sure what my approach to this role would be, I know I have the experience and knowledge of Woroni, and the perseverance and determination to take on this big role and make a positive difference to ANU Student Media.
Content Editor
Phoebe Lupton
Hi, I’m Phoebe: your friendly neighbourhood student media hack!
I want to be on the Woroni board because I am passionate about telling stories, no matter what or whom they’re about.
I have been involved with Woroni for over a year now as a member of both the News and Content teams. This year I have also worked with the Content team at Bossy. Having worked across so many different strands of student media, I now have an excellent understanding of how we can make Woroni even bigger and better.
I want to revamp the way we approach online content so that what we see on our website isn’t just a rehash of what we see in print. I want to facilitate much more collaboration across Content, News, Radio and Television to diversify our multimedia content and equip Sub-Editors with a strong skillset. The media landscape is becoming increasingly more digitised, and Woroni needs to catch up.
I have the experience, I have the skills, but most importantly I have the passion that is would make me a great Woroni Editor (and I promise I’m not really a hack!).
Television Editor
Julia Faragher
I am interested in being the TV Editor at Woroni for Semester 2, 2019 as I have a wealth of experience in producing short form film content and have already held the role in Semester 1. I believe that I have done a great job leading the team and wish to continue being TV Editor. I have an excellent understanding of the role, both the board commitments and the daily TV production duties, including technical knowledge of all the Woroni TV equipment and software. At the time of writing this, we have published 20 videos so far this semester and are well on track to achieving our soft goal of 24 videos.
I also have a wealth of film experience outside of Woroni, being co-founder and director at Skybound Productions. My short films have screened at 14 different film festivals around Australia and internationally, including Canberra Short Film Festival, Tropfest Jr and All-American High School Film Fest. Recently, I directed and produced documentary series “From Amateur to Artist” which premiered at Palace Electric Cinema and I won the Young Canberra Citizen Award for Arts and Multimedia 2019.
Art Editor
Georgia Kamvissis
Hey I’m Georgie! I began working with Woroni in Semester Two of 2018 as a Sub – Art editor for the Newspaper and have now just finished this semester as Art Editor. Although I have only been with Woroni for a year I have already learnt so much. Transitioning the newspaper into a magazine was such a big learning experience and I loved working alongside Noah and Alisha to develop the new template!! Working with my team of talented, hardworking sub-editors has been so rewarding, and having the opportunity to showcase my own works as well as that of others around campus has been such an amazing opportunity. I would love the chance to continue to do so, encouraging more aspiring artists and designers to contribute and become a part of the organisation. I believe that the magazine has launched itself so well and will continue to flourish throughout next semester and I would love to be part of this, while continuing to encourage creativity around campus through our eye catching publication!
The student body will have the opportunity to elect Woroni’s next Content Editor during the week of Monday May 27th – Friday May 31st 2019. The positions of Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Television Editor and Art Editor have been elected unopposed, congratulations to these candidates!
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The Editor positions will be for 12 months from June 23 2019 to 22 July 2020.
For Election
CONTENT EDITOR CANDIDATE BIO’S
Phoebe Lupton
Hi, I’m Phoebe: your friendly neighbourhood student media hack!
I want to be on the Woroni board because I am passionate about telling stories, no matter what or whom they’re about.
I have been involved with Woroni for over a year now as a member of both the News and Content teams. This year I have also worked with the Content team at Bossy. Having worked across so many different strands of student media, I now have an excellent understanding of how we can make Woroni even bigger and better.
I want to revamp the way we approach online content so that what we see on our website isn’t just a rehash of what we see in print. I want to facilitate much more collaboration across Content, News, Radio and Television to diversify our multimedia content and equip Sub-Editors with a strong skillset. The media landscape is becoming increasingly more digitised, and Woroni needs to catch up.
I have the experience, I have the skills, but most importantly I have the passion that is would make me a great Woroni Editor (and I promise I’m not really a hack!).
Alisha Nagle
Hi! I’m nominating to return as Content Editor after taking on the position in June 2018. During my term I have worked with two different content and art teams, and have learnt a huge amount about managing a team of students in a busy, tenuous environment, bringing together content from all areas of interest around the university through passionate collaboration. 2019 Art Editor Georgie and I worked together all through January and February to bring about our vision of the new Woroni magazine – which has sparked interest in print media dramatically compared to where we were in 2018. This success has made me overwhelmingly proud, and I would feel honoured if I could continue the magazine through to the end of the year so that our creative vision remains strong and consistent, setting a precedent for editors to come. I also want to encourage the print teams to socialise more than they have been by organising more team-building events, such as the workshop I hosted with UC/Deakin journalism professor Bronwyn Watson in 2018. I want to enrich their experience and allow them to build real-life skills and friendships – which is what I’ve loved about ANUSM.
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Elected Unopposed
Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Josefine Ganko
I have been involved with Woroni for over two years now, and am excited by the prospect of a position on the board of directors. I started out as a casual contributor, and then joined the news team as a reporter. From there I became the reviews sub-editor, a position I have held for over two semesters now. I think I have all the necessary experience to take up a position on the board, and more specifically the position of deputy editor-in-chief. While this role is a little more mysterious than most, over the years I have seen how the deputy has the ability to completely reshape the ANU student media institution. Whether it’s constitutional change or the shift to the magazine format, the deputy editor-in-chief is at the forefront of Woroni’s big picture projects. While I’m not yet sure what my approach to this role would be, I know I have the experience and knowledge of Woroni, and the perseverance and determination to take on this big role and make a positive difference to ANU Student Media.
Television Editor
Julia Faragher
I am interested in being the TV Editor at Woroni for Semester 2, 2019 as I have a wealth of experience in producing short form film content and have already held the role in Semester 1. I believe that I have done a great job leading the team and wish to continue being TV Editor. I have an excellent understanding of the role, both the board commitments and the daily TV production duties, including technical knowledge of all the Woroni TV equipment and software. At the time of writing this, we have published 20 videos so far this semester and are well on track to achieving our soft goal of 24 videos.
I also have a wealth of film experience outside of Woroni, being co-founder and director at Skybound Productions. My short films have screened at 14 different film festivals around Australia and internationally, including Canberra Short Film Festival, Tropfest Jr and All-American High School Film Fest. Recently, I directed and produced documentary series “From Amateur to Artist” which premiered at Palace Electric Cinema and I won the Young Canberra Citizen Award for Arts and Multimedia 2019.
Art Editor
Georgia Kamvissis
Hey I’m Georgie! I began working with Woroni in Semester Two of 2018 as a Sub – Art editor for the Newspaper and have now just finished this semester as Art Editor. Although I have only been with Woroni for a year I have already learnt so much. Transitioning the newspaper into a magazine was such a big learning experience and I loved working alongside Noah and Alisha to develop the new template!! Working with my team of talented, hardworking sub-editors has been so rewarding, and having the opportunity to showcase my own works as well as that of others around campus has been such an amazing opportunity. I would love the chance to continue to do so, encouraging more aspiring artists and designers to contribute and become a part of the organisation. I believe that the magazine has launched itself so well and will continue to flourish throughout next semester and I would love to be part of this, while continuing to encourage creativity around campus through our eye catching publication!
All of the information on the candidates and the newly elected editors.
Editors’ Welcome
When I started at Woroni two years ago I had absolutely no idea what I was getting myself into. My reasons for applying to be a content sub-editor were simple:
1) I wanted to meet people outside of my college;
2) I really wanted to write about the arts; and
3) I was a smartarse and did the application and testing to prove that I was pretty good at editing.
I could not have foreseen back then the incredible growth and change in the organisation, and even the growth and change I have gone through over this time.
I am so proud to have contributed to Woroni. It has given me opportunities to learn, has supported me in my growth and has given me a wealth of experiences. I am so proud of the family which is fostered within Woroni. Some of my best friendships have been fostered here, I have met the most incredible people, and they have supported through some dark moments. I am so proud of Woroni. For all of its imperfections and insecurities it always strives to tell student stories, and thereby colour-in the canvas of campus.
I close this chapter of my university experience, and my life, feeling much the same as when I finish reading a copy of this magazine: I have experienced a whole array of emotions, have been exposed to new perspectives and have been inspired by the talent of all who were involved.
Ben Lawrence – Signing off as Deputy Editor-in-Chief
ANU Student Media Inc. is delighted to open nominations for four positions on the Board of Editors: Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Art Editor, Content Editor and TV Editor.
Nominations for these Editor positions are now open and will close on Thursday 16 May 2019. Please note that only nominees who have made three valid contributions to ANU Student Media over a period of two weeks and one day (that is, a period longer than the nomination period) will be accepted. The student body will have the opportunity to elect nominees during the week of Monday 27 May – Friday 5pm 31 May 2019.
The Editor positions will be for 12 months from June 23 2019 to 20 June 2019.
Nominations must include:
Your name;
Your student number;
Your year of study;
Position you are applying for
One example of written, videographic, photographic or multi-media work which is the original work of the nominee; and
A short biography including why you are interested in being an editor of Woroni (no more than 200 words).
Please send all nominations and any queries to the Returning Officer, Roxanne Missingham, at Roxanne.Missingham@anu.edu.au by 5pm on Thursday 16 May 2019.
The student body will have the opportunity to elect nominees during the week of Monday 27 May – Friday 5pm 31 May 2019.
Position Descriptions:
Deputy Editor-in-Chief
The Deputy Editor-in-Chief is responsible for creating and maintaining minutes, policy, procedure and records, as well as interpreting the Constitution. The Deputy EIC works alongside the Managing Editor to manage a team of admin sub-editors that assist with Social Media, Instagram, managing Woroni’s online presence and administrative organisation. The flexibility of the role allows the DEIC to support the rest of the editors on the Board with their projects and ideas while also providing support for the Editor-in-Chief, and the Managing Editor.
Art Editor
The Art Editor is responsible for producing and sourcing art for the Association and the magazine, it is a design intensive role that calls for creativity while continuing to develop the Woroni brand. They assist with laying out the paper and other art and design based projects for the Association.
Content Editor
The Content Editor is responsible for the Woroni print content in the magazine and online, producing interesting, informative and diverse content that is relevant to the ANU community. In addition to this, the Content Editor manages the Print Team and is responsible for setting the direction for print and online content. They manage a team of sub-editors to collectively source materials for the paper and assist in editing the content that comes through.
Television Editor
The role of the Television Editor is to oversee the Television Team in the production of video content for the Woroni TV platform. This includes working with the Television sub-editors to execute video pitched through the drafting of scripts, conducting of interviews, filming and editing of footage. The TV Editor oversees the production process from start to publication, working with sub-editors to produce engaging student-driven content within existing video formats, as well as expanding the Woroni TV platform through the creation of new segments.
Nominations for the biannual editor elections are now open.
Editor’s Note
Thank you for picking up a copy of Woroni. A lot has changed during this break: we’ve moved from a newspaper to a magazine, Kambri is open, and we’ve moved from our office in Barry Drive to the Di Riddell Student Centre.
I am Woroni’s Editor-in-Chief, Noah. 2019 is our 70th year of serving as ANU’s student media association. Over these years, we have continued to evolve with the ANU campus community and the media industry.
Our team works to bring opportunities and content to the ANU campus thorough our five portfolios: TV, radio, news, content and art. Woroni fosters an environment for debate, information and entertainment. We’re the most comprehensive and broad student media organisation in Australia.
I encourage you to get involved in Woroni, whether that be through writing an article, submitting artwork, hosting a radio show, making a video, or becoming a news reporter. Woroni is full of unique opportunities for anyone who wants them.
Noah Yim – Editor-in-Chief
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Woroni is for everyone, from first year undergraduates and wizened PhD candidates to international students and part-timers. We represent the voices of the ANU student body. Yes, all of it — everyone is welcome to contribute to Woroni. People of all faiths and creeds, political opinions, convictions, ethnicities, identities and life experiences. We will always provide a platform for those who ask … within reason, of course! University is a formative time for most students as ideas are tested, imparted, and refined. Our aim is to be a mouthpiece to nurture the student voice and provide the space for the flourishing of student identity and opinions at the university. Our aim is to build a culture of inclusivity through the power of free speech. Located at the heart of Australia’s political landscape, ANU Student Media amplifies the voices of the weak so that they can be heard alongside the voices of those who walk the corridors of power. The media uncovers the things that those in power try to cover up and hold them accountable for their actions. Woroni is proudly independent. Always. But the media landscape is changing. Journalism is all about trust. Trust and truth have become scarce resources. Quality journalism, investigative pieces, expert commentary, analysis, and opinion, have helped Woroni to underpin our trusted role at the ANU. The move to a magazine represents the revitalisation Woroni. We are pivoting to focus on what we do best: timely and accurate news, quality analysis and opinion, and breathtaking art and graphics. This means unshackling our news team from the rigid deadlines and structures of print so that we can invest more in the core business of news — communicating information to students and holding university leaders to account. Woroni is committed to exploring new and emerging forms of media. Our core expertise is equipping students with the abilities to flourish in the media industry. It’s about combining the art of story-telling with the facts. Woroni’s strength is the institutional memory that comes with almost 70 years of student media, and the sheer diversity of students involved. Both the University administration and the students place their trust (and money) in us because we have proven time and time again that student media is an essential part of university life. Although there will always be a home for news in print publications, the best place for news is soundly in the digital space. Print is not dead, but it is reborn. We need to expand beyond print to focus on our other platforms, including online, radio and TV. Students consume and produce content through a variety of different channels. The rebirth of Woroni allows us to focus on our core business of communicating information to students and representing the student voice.
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Coming back from a semester abroad in England, I was more or less restarting my ANU life with a fresh clean slate as I began the year with no extra-curricular obligations. After seeing a Facebook post calling for new people to join the team, I decided to take a chance and apply for a role at Woroni. I started as a content sub-editor for the International section before moving onto a role managing social media. Overall, I can say that I’m proud of myself for taking this leap! Time has gone by quickly, and my one year here has been quite an eye-opening experience. As part of the Woroni-themed pull-out I want to reflect on a few things I’ve learned along the way:
Nice Common Room
The Woroni office is currently located under Lena Karmel Lodge (in case you couldn’t tell by the outside markings). To an off-campus student, it’s a very nice and central location from classrooms and the bus stops. Between the TV and radio studios, the biggest bonus is arguably the physical archives of every printed edition of the newspaper we’ve put out so far! The most recent addition to our office décor are framed photographs of authority figures: the Queen and our very own Vice-Chancellor. Woroni will officially relocate to Kambri next year, leaving me in anticipation to see what the new office will be like.
Very Wholesome Bunch of People
Starting out as a new addition to the team can be a little frightening at first, especially if it feels like there are a bunch of people who have known each other for ages. But hang around the office long enough, and you’ll meet some nice new friends to have a yarn about nearly anything with.
Plenty of Evolution
If you look at the previous editions of the newspaper, you’ll realise that gradual adjustments are made. Ranging from the subtle additions in more art to the introduction of the multilingual section, Woroni has certainly evolved to encompass great change. Perhaps the biggest change: Woroni will be undergoing a shift to magazine format next year!
You Learn Plenty of New Skills
On the content team, being in charge of sourcing and proofreading led me to adopt skills aplenty. While it does take some time to learn, I’ve been able to pitch articles to people and work more collaboratively with different groups while suggesting improvements to be made. While sourcing for your next edition means thinking one step ahead, sadly this has not translated to me preparing for real world assignments.
You Write a whole lot More
Last year, I realised one of the many university bucket list goals I wanted to do was write for the newspaper. I managed to cop a movie review after being deeply fascinated by how it was shot cinematically. It took me somewhere between two to three days to write. Now, after proper practice, it doesn’t take me longer than two hours to write something I’m proud of (with some procrastination in between).
We’ll (hopefully) hit 10,000 likes on our Facebook page next year!
This year, Woroni’s Facebook page experienced a small increase of 400 likes! While it sadly won’t happen in my term as a social media sub-editor, I believe we will soon be hitting 10,000 likes: a cause for celebration. Please invite your best friends, housemates, and worst enemies to help us achieve this highly coveted milestone! Brandon Tan was Woroni’s Social Media Sub-Editor for semester two 2018. To join team Woroni for 2019, head over to our Team Page to see all positions available.