I am currently in my third year on staff, and in my second year of being an editor-in-chief. I spend most of my in-class time teaching staff members various things about social media, like how to use Buffer, what makes a compelling post, and telling a story in less than 200 words. Also, I work to emphasize the importance of photography in journalism. I teach students through one-on-one mentorship, class presentations and hands-on work. I will often go to interviews with newer staff members, or walk them through a photoshoot. 

 

Leadership is a never-ending task, as it lays the path for a successful publication with staff who love what they are doing. I find that working with a few students at a time is the most successful way of leading. That makes it easy for their friends to catch on, and to capture widespread interest.