We're always looking for people to get involved!
Video
On-camera Reporter
To apply, e-mail your résumé and a letter of intent to the web director, Charlie Gorichanaz, at . Please e-mail if you have any questions or concerns.
Advertising
Do you want to gain real-world sales experience at the nation's largest independent student newspaper? Are you a strong communicator who is comfortable on the phone? Then this is the perfect job for you! The Advertising Department is currently hiring advertising account executives for the spring semester.
Work directly with local and national businesses to coordinate advertising needs and sell ad space to new businesses. The position requires 15 hours per week, and the pay is commission-based and highly competitive.
Freshmen, sophomores and juniors majoring in business or journalism are encouraged to apply.
The deadline for applications and cover letters is Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 5 p.m.
To apply, download an application and return it to the advertising director, Jay Potash, either in person or by e-mail. If you have trouble clicking the link for the application, try right clicking and selecting "Save Target As" or "Save Link As." The Badger Herald offices are located at 326 W. Gorham St. in Madison, two doors down from Silver Mine Subs. Please e-mail if you have any questions or concerns.
Design
Graphic Designer
The Design Department is looking to hire students trained in advanced graphic design to layout special pages. These features will showcase different stories in the News, Sports, and ArtsEtc. departments. A qualified applicant would be a UW-Madison enrolled student with extensive knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. This paid position typically only requires one or two nights a week. If interested, e-mail for more information!
Editorial
If you are interested in writing for a specific section, see below for more information. If you have general questions about writing for the Herald, please attend one of the new writers meetings in the spring or e-mail Tom Schalmo at .
News Reporters
The Badger Herald news department is always looking for dedicated writers to work once or twice per week putting together stories for our award-winning section. Writers may work under one of four sections — campus, city, state or college.
- Campus stories highlight events on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus and examine issues surrounding the university and the administration.
- Our city beat covers Madison area crime, government and events, including Halloween and the Mifflin Street Block Party.
- The college beat uncovers issues with the UW Board of Regents and student government on campus.
- Finally, the state beat follows stories occurring under the State Capitol and how issues relate to students on campus.
If you are interested in writing, send an e-mail to, Ken Harris, at , or stop in our downtown office!
Sports Reporters and Writers
Interested in writing for the sports department of the Badger Herald? The sports section is always looking for writers to cover all Badger athletics on campus, whether it's preview stories for upcoming games or meets, feature stories on individual athletes, or game recap stories for numerous sports.
Previous newspaper experience is not necessary. Anyone interested in joining the Herald Sports staff should e-mail Jonah Braun at for more information.
Opinion Writers
The opinion section is always looking for passionate writers with well-reasoned and unique dissections of campus, city and state issues on a biweekly basis. While national subjects are occasionally accepted, local topics are preferred. Students from all academic backgrounds are welcome, regardless of major or career path. We are also interested in occasional letters from any students or other locals passionate enough to voice any angst, love, or utter indifference to university, city and state affairs.
If you're interested in becoming a staff writer or contributing to the opinion page in another capacity, contact Sam Clegg, , or Jack Craver,
, with topic ideas.
ArtsEtc. Writers
ArtsEtc. is looking for inspired, critical writers to help make the section the best arts and entertainment source for Madison's engaged readership. Our creative and motivated writers will preview and review both national and area artists' releases, including food, albums, games, movies, plays, exhibits and more, as well as write thoughtful commentary on a wide range of topics.
If you are interested in writing for ArtsEtc., please e-mail Cailley Hammel at .
Comics
Comic Artists
Do you find yourself constantly sketching on napkins, coming up with sinister plots and doodling till you can doodle no more? The Badger Herald is looking for the next great comics artist, and it could be you!
If you're interested in getting involved with The Badger Herald's comics department, e-mail Noah Yuenkel at .
Photo
Photographers
The Badger Herald is looking for photographers to capture campus and state events.
If you're interested in getting involved, e-mail for more information!
