I dived deeper than ever,
feeling less and less human
in the lake’s little twilight zone,
only metres deep but fully expecting
creatures from books to shine
through the blackening water.
As the light left me,
my lungs throbbed coldly,
meaningfully,
and fear forced retreat.
I was distraught. Teasingly,
lovingly, older relatives
made things up:
An old nymph,
a known thief
this side of the lake,
had stolen my cap,
thinking it a vessel
of what I was,
hoping to gain
some of my youth.
She gripped the cap
and prayed, but the wrinkles
only continued to blossom.
Sold, the cap became the property
of goose grandees or the plaything
of drunken bears or the crown
of Canadian Crusoes
at midnight mountaintop revelries.
In my dreams, the saga went on:
after a storm, the thing spent
an autumn up a tree. The marvel
of the season, it barely escaped
the iconoclasm of beavers,
for whom the faux-fur maple leaf design
brought to mind the fur-mad butcher men
of their past. Furious,
they made beaver history
by building a dam up a tree,
but history was spoiled
by the wind.
Such was my fancy;
and when ants did donuts
on the car window,
I saw Herodotus’ giant ants
carving out the mountainsides,
and wondered why
whoever made the myths
forgot the ants
who carved Alberta
into dappled towers,
amphitheatric not just
in size and shape but more
in the way faces grin from the rock,
short-lived characters won and lost
with the changing of the light,
webbed into each other,
Siamese cast members
forming real-time Rushmores.
I was young:
a sudden distant glint
was not just a car,
but the desperate Morse
of lost Americans
imprisoned by a cabal
of cursed bipedal moose;
howls at bedtime
were not wolves
but wolf-nursed
wild men of other centuries;
the angry bear reported in the area
was not just hungry or rabid
but a woman willed into a bear
by revanchist treefolk sorcerers,
mourning her lost breasts,
fumbling to approximate
the opposable thumb,
stirring potions, buying
caps containing humanity.
As the rental car grumbled
toward S Half Diamond Ranch,
perhaps wanting to stretch our legs,
but more likely because
we understood that
the winner would
briefly become a man,
the right to jump out
and open the gate
was squabbled over
by me and my brothers
with the wide-eyed whirl
of the brawling dragonflies,
heralds of the Canadian summer.
At that age,
I often thought about
a school project where we
tagged plastic teddy bears
and mixed them back into the bowl:
the easiest way of counting.
You could capture and release
a thousand blue dragonflies
and never see one you tagged:
for they’d sped away
to join their confreres
at the noisy nodding logs,
lounging midair at happy hour,
forming secret dragonfly societies,
I supposed, loving and hating
each other before dying
after two weeks in little graves
near the shore, abdomens
thinning into twigs,
wings whitening into petals;
or expiring on the water
and drifting into the night
like war-weary Vikings;
except for the dragonfly
which died on me,
who my brothers
and I honoured
with a proper funeral:
daisies propped in the dust,
reeds looped into an arch,
a libation of pink lemonade.
***
Yesterday, I jumped into the lake
with the nostalgia of the nymph
and the recidivism of the nymph
and the perseverance of giant ants
carving mountains and the hardihood
of the faces at the Banff amphitheatre
and the frustration of the bear woman
and the ambition of bickering brothers
and the insistence of dragonflies
who won’t stop being reborn
from twigs and petal,
and, ignoring
what books say
about underwater creatures,
I dove far down and scratched
at the spot from eight years ago,
and, sure enough, rising hugely
from the ancient mud,
disturbing the quiet life
of the seaweed, creating
little avalanches over my fingers,
the long-lost maple leaf
is brought to light,
its colours restored
by the silent pillars of sun,
and the hat and I rise
smiling to the surface.
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Woroni is hiring for Semester 1 2024! Positions are available across 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 may 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 how you can get involved with student media!
Applications will close at midnight on Sunday the 18th of February 2024. Interviews may be conducted at any time throughout or after the application period.
ART
The Woroni Art team has many exciting opportunities available for ANU students interested in all aspects of art and graphic design. We encourage absolute creative freedom in your artistry. Becoming a part of the team is a great way for you to get experience in having your work published (and looks great on any resume or in any portfolio). It can also help with giving you as an artist an extra boost in confidence in your own skills and ability by providing you with a platform to show off your skills. The actual workload is bent to accommodate each individual’s other commitments. There will be three different Sub-Editor roles available within the Art portfolio and all Sub-Editor will be responsible for creating a number of pages for each Woroni print edition. Each role will then have additional duties, as detailed below. 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:
Artists are responsible for creating consistently high quality art for Woroni and must be able to stick to strict deadlines. Usually, this is three to six pieces of art per print cycle, to be published either online or in print. Additionally, the work requires proficiency in producing art of specific structural qualities (PPI, sizing, CMYK colour palette etc.). Artists must be responsive to the Art Editor and are expected to attend meetings, Woroni events and social activities. Artists are also expected to contribute to the marketing and promoting of content. 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 the team!
Apply to join the Art Team here
MANAGEMENT
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 woronieic@gmail.com.
Social Media Sub-Editor:
Social Media Sub-Editors work with the Woroni board and other sub-editors to manage our online platforms and overall image. This includes scheduling posts across platforms for teams, creating and designing infographics, and pitching and making independent posts.
Social Media sub-editors are expected to work 5-10 hours per week, including attending a fortnightly meeting. We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, skilled with social media, and wants to get involved in student media.
Apply to join the Social Media Team here
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 Executive 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 7-10 hours a week across the semester.
Events Officer:
Woroni is looking for an Events Officer to help us run and manage a variety of events throughout the semester. With a large budget and organisational support, this is a great chance to get involved in event planning and understand the administration of Woroni. Experience organising events in and outside ANU is preferable but not required. Required work includes planning events, contacting suppliers, booking venues, MCing and helping to support our Board as they run events. Events Officers are expected to dedicate an average 5-8 hours per week and attend fortnightly meetings.
Apply to join the Events 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.
Senior News Reporter:
Senior News Reporters are responsible for the coverage of news stories and relevant information, while also sourcing news leads, researching and investigating stories, writing drafts and also editing the drafts of news reporters. They must be highly active in their communication, with the role requiring a commitment of 10-15 hours per week. Senior reporters should be confident writers, able to give clear, constructive feedback, work to tight deadlines, competent in pitching articles and capable of instructing news reporters. Prior experience in student journalism is a strength.
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. A Woroni News Reporter is required to dedicate 5-10 hours per week to their role, and must write one article per week.
News Columnist:
News Columnists write articles that include the usual reporting with some additional commentary and analysis. They will primarily be tasked with news topics which require more contextualisation than a regular news article can provide. A columnist should show an appetite for complex topics and should demonstrate an ability to create comprehensive and sophisticated analysis. A Woroni News Columnist is required to dedicate 5-10 hours per week to their role, and must write one-two articles per fortnight.
Apply 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. 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.
Producer:
A Producer provides both technical and moral support to presenters throughout the semester. Producers and presenters will work together to create engaging radio shows that air on a weekly basis. They will also assist their Executive Producer with either Creative or Features 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.
Apply to join the Radio Team here
TV
The TV team at Woroni produces video content ranging from campus life to news reporting. We’re looking for fun, creative, and passionate sub-editors and senior sub-editors to join the team!
Production Assistant:
The Production Assistant role is a versatile, entry-level position crucial to the video content production process within a team. Key duties include developing video concepts, filming with audio and camera equipment, and video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro. This position offers an opportunity for skill development in various media production areas. Although prior experience in media production is advantageous, it is not mandatory. The role is expected to require approx. 8-10 hours of work per week, including compulsory weekly team meetings that you must be available for. This is a volunteer position, with the possibility of honoraria.
Producer:
The TV Producer role is essential for facilitating video production in small teams, focusing on all production stages for quality delivery. This position, which reports directly to the Executive Producer, involves scheduling, creative direction, and collaboration with Production Assistants. Candidates should have basic to intermediate production skills (camera, editing, production). This position is ideal for individuals familiar with media production looking to leverage their creative skills in a team environment. The role is expected to require approx. 8-10 hours of work per week, including compulsory weekly team meetings that you must be available for. This is a volunteer position, with the possibility of honoraria.
Executive Producer:
The Executive Producer role is a leadership position within the video production team, requiring close collaboration with the TV Editor for effective management. Responsibilities include coordinating a production team and contributing to video development, as well as camera operation and video editing, and providing both assistance and troubleshooting in these areas. This position is ideal for someone with experience in film production and managing a team, who is able to manage a more significant time commitment. The role is expected to require approx. 10-15 hours of work per week, including compulsory weekly team meetings that you must be available for. This is a volunteer position, with the possibility of honoraria.
TV-News Producer:
This position plays a crucial role in bridging the TV and News portfolios to produce multimedia style journalistic content. Working closely with the TV-News Executive Producer, this position requires attendance at weekly team meetings across both TV and News. Responsibilities include content development, camera operation, and video editing. This position is ideal for someone with some experience in media production who is passionate about multimedia journalism.The role is expected to require approx. 8-10 hours of work per week, including compulsory weekly team meetings that you must be available for. This is a volunteer position, with the possibility of honoraria.
Apply to join the TV Team here
Applications are open for Woroni – ANU’s student media organisation and the largest multimedia student organisation in Australia. Join a group of dedicated student volunteers, gain experience in your preferred media, from print, to news to radio, in a professional environment.
Applications are open for positions across our teams: Art, Content, Radio, TV, News, Photography, Events and Social Media.
Check out the roles and applications below.
All positions within Woroni are volunteer and while Woroni offers honoraria, the positions below are all unpaid.
Applicants who identify as Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you have any questions about the hiring process, or would like the hiring process to be more accessible for you, please contact the relevant Editor or the Editor-in-Chief at woronieic@gmail.com
Art Team
The Woroni Art team has many exciting opportunities available for ANU students interested in all aspects of art and graphic design. We encourage absolute creative freedom in your artistry. Becoming a part of the team is a great way for you to get experience in having your work published (and looks great on any resume or in any portfolio). It can also help with giving you as an artist an extra boost in confidence in your own skills and ability by providing you with a platform to show off your skills. The actual workload is bent to accommodate each individual’s other commitments. There will be three different Sub-Editor roles available within the Art portfolio and all Sub-Editor will be responsible for creating a number of pages for each Woroni print edition. Each role will then have additional duties, as detailed below.
For questions about the application process, email woroniarteditor@gmail.com
Artist
Art Sub-Editors are responsible for creating consistently high quality art for Woroni and must be able to stick to strict deadlines. Usually, this is three to six pieces of art per print cycle, to be published either online or in print. Additionally, the work requires proficiency in producing art of specific structural qualities (PPI, sizing, CMYK colour palette etc.). Artists must be responsive to the Art Editor and are expected to attend meetings, Woroni events and social activities. Artists are also expected to contribute to the marketing and promoting of content. 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 the team!
Apply to be an artist here.
Senior Artists
Art Senior Sub-Editors carry the same duties as sub-editors 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 are also the first asked to contribute beyond the scope of the print magazine. This is mainly for Woroni’s other portfolios (Social Media, News, TV and Radio) when required. 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!
Apply to be a senior artist here.
Content Team
The Content Team oversees sourcing, editing and production of written content for our magazines and website. It’s a fantastic opportunity to work in print production, understanding the editing and sourcing process, or to get your hands dirty writing creative stories, poems or insightful essays.
Sub-editors focus on either the magazine or the website. Magazine work involves organising the sourcing and editing of student contributions of the magazine, while the website allows for longer form pieces that come from students.
Apply for the Content Team here.
News Team
Our News Team produces breaking news, investigative pieces and piercing analysis. Join a team of around a dozen students in a fun, fast-paced environment where you can delve into issues at the ANU, or report on changing education and national policy that impacts students. Want to understand student politics better, want to write about the housing crisis, annoyed at something on campus? This is the team for you.
Members of the news team receive training in journalism writing, media practices and can expect professional development sessions, all of which are fantastic for those looking for a career in journalism, or interested in the media.
For questions about the application process, email woroninewseditor@gmail.com
News Reporter
News Reporters are responsible for the coverage of news stories and relevant information, primarily through written form. This will include: sourcing news leads, researching and investigating those stories and writing drafts, including necessary revisions. News Reporters may also be tasked with helping to script TV news pieces, participating in the new podcast, and providing content for social media posts. Reporters will have to be receptive to feedback, able to work to strict and tight deadlines, and be interested in issues that are relevant to students. Above all, they should be enthusiastic for the position.
Prior experience in student journalism is not required.
Apply to be a news reporter here.
Senior reporter
Senior News Reporters are responsible for the coverage of news stories and relevant information, while also sourcing news leads, researching and investigating stories, writing drafts and also editing the drafts of news reporters. They must be highly active in their communication, with the role requiring a commitment of 10-15 hours per week. Senior reporters should be confident writers, able to give clear, constructive feedback, work to tight deadlines, competent in pitching articles and capable of instructing news reporters.
Prior experience in student journalism is a strength.
Apply to be a senior reporter here.
TV Team
Ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes of video content? Ever wanted to learn how to operate a camera, edit together footage, and write scripts? Ever had an ingenious idea for a film or television series that you wanted to pitch and see greenlit? Are your courses just not scratching that creative itch of yours?
The answer is simple – apply for a position at Woroni TV!
Whether your end goal is some preparation for the media industry, looking for some fun, wanting to learn new skills, or just wanting to participate in the school community and/or Woroni, this is definitely an opportunity for you!
Each member of Woroni TV are exposed to hands-on experience with professional equipment and software to produce videos of various genres and styles, from short films to journalistic interviews! You don’t have to possess previous experience and/or technical skills in video-making. Our ideal candidate is one that is passionate about the creative process, is able to dedicate time and effort each week, are team-players, and is willing to learn if needed.
Production Assistant
The role of the production assistant may be entry-level but that does not mean it is any less important. They are responsible for assisting in the video creation process. This includes contributing creative ideas for videos, helping film content (e.g., camera operations), following directions of the producer with editing, and assisting with any other duties that may arise.
Production assistants do not need to have prior knowledge nor experience in media production. However, they are expected to develop a basic competency in all areas of production, including camera operation and editing with the Adobe Creative Suite.
The role will be 8-10 hours per week on average, depending on the project being planned for the week. Time will be split between pre-production/planning, filming and other production work, and editing. Workload for each component will vary based on specific requirements of each video.
Apply to be a Production Assistant here.
Producer
The role of the producers is to be second-in-command to the Executive Producer. That is, to assist their Executive Producer in overseeing the Production Assistants while also participating in pre-production, production and post-production efforts. Usually, producers oversee the editing process and are responsible for driving the creative aspect of a video. This may include generating ideas and writing scripts, storyboarding, organising shoot logistics, and doing a rough cut of editing.
There is also a general expectation of flexibility in the role, alongside a basic-intermediate level of competency in all areas of production, including camera operation and editing with the Adobe Creative Suite..
The role will be around 10 hours per week on average, depending on the project being planned for the week. Time will be split between pre-production/planning, filming and other production work, and editing.
Apply to be a Producer here.
Executive Producer
The role of the executive producers is to lead their respective team within Woroni TV. They report to the TV Editor on their team’s progress in weekly meetings and organise production schedules with the Editor based on their team’s capabilities. They are responsible for coordinating and directing pre-production, production and post-production efforts, providing technical and creative support when needed.
Executive producers should have an intermediate level of competency in all areas of production, including camera operation and editing with the Adobe Creative Suite. They may be required to informally train and support other team members in these areas. There is also a general expectation of flexibility in the role, particularly to fill in for team members’ absences and provide troubleshooting.
The role will be 10-15 hours per week on average. Time will be split between team coordination, production work, and editing.
Apply to be an Executive Producer here.
Radio Team
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 roles of Executive Producer, Producer, Tech Officer, and Audio Editor.
If anything can be done to make the application process more accessible, or you have any questions about the application or positions below, do not hesitate to contact the Radio Editor at woroniradioeditor@gmail.com
Producer
A Producer provides both technical and moral support to presenters throughout the semester. Producers and presenters will work together to create engaging radio shows that air on a weekly basis. They will also assist their Executive Producer with either Creative or Features 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.
Apply to be a producer here.
Executive Producer
An Executive Producer works alongside the Radio Editor to oversee the production of Woroni Radio. An Executive Producer will head one of two teams; Creative or Features, and work with their team to put out one major work per term. They will also assist the Radio Editor with ad-hoc duties. The role is 10-15 hours a week and applicants must be comfortable in a middle-management position, creatively proactive, organised, efficient and reliable.
Apply to be an Executive Producer here.
Tech Officer
The Tech Officer is responsible for the maintenance of the Radio studio’s hard and software. They will learn from the Radio Editor how to repair, update, and replace equipment being used. The role is 5-7 hours per week and no past experience, however a strong knowledge in computers or audio equipment is preferred. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable, responsible, reliable, a good communicator, available and a problem solver.
Apply to be a Tech Officer here.
Audio sub-editor
The Audio sub-editor is responsible for the weekly editing and uploading of Woroni Radio’s podcasts. This role is approximately 5 hours per week and no past experience as you will be taught how to use the editing software. The ideal candidate will be organised, responsible and reliable.
Apply to be an Audio sub-editor here.
Management Team
Our Management Team works with Woroni’s Executive Editors to create content that supports other Teams’ work and to assist Editors in their own work. We’re hiring for Photographers, Events Officers and Social Media Creators.
Photographer
Our photographers produce content for our written content, especially for our news reporting. This often includes attending protests and public events to photograph speakers and turnout Alongside this, they photograph student events, giving them a frontrow view and experience in professional photography settings.
Additionally, photographers are expected to work on a creative project throughout the semester to add to their portfolio. Unfortunately, Woroni cannot provide photography equipment and applicants are expected to have their own?
Photographers are expected to work 5-10 hours a week, and the nature of the position means that work is sometimes delegated on short notice. We’re looking for enthusiastic, hardworking individuals interested in media photography.
Apply to be a Photographer here.
Social Media Creator
We’re seeking a student volunteer to create content for our social media platforms. This includes scheduling posts across platforms for teams, creating and designing infographics, and pitching and making independent posts.
Social Media sub-editors are expected to work 5-10 hours per week, including attending a fortnightly meeting. We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, skilled with social media, and wants to get involved in student media.
Apply to be an Social Media Creator here.
Events Officer
Woroni is looking for an Events Officer to help us run and manage a variety of events throughout the semester. With a large budget and organisational support, this is a great chance to get involved in event planning and understand the administration of Woroni. Experience organising events in and outside ANU is preferable but not required.
Events Officers are expected to work 5-8 hours per week and attend fortnightly meetings. Work includes planning events, contacting suppliers, booking venues, MCing and helping to support our Board as they run events.
Apply to be an Events Officer here.
Apply now to one of Australia’s largest multimedia student organisations.
Kneel with me, smell here: dirt turned red from white.
Look up at the open canopy, shadows
You made for us. It’s the hellfire of night
Where the ouroboros ends and rage grows.
I inherited this anger chest-to-chest with my mother,
As we watched the hillside, the eagles, burn–
Listening to the cries of ancestors
Holding hot leaden breath, waiting our turn.
Call me an animal? I’ll grow canines.
Didn’t your forefathers tell you, warn you:
Don’t bring a dog leash to a genocide.
I want to hollow out your chest, fill you
With the scorching ash of my matriarchs–
Them ones you insist you left in the past.
I often hear Western scholars preach about the ouroboros, without knowing how it feels to lose a beginning. Black Summer is the story of the displacement of my family. At 16, I wanted nothing more than to see somebody else suffer for what happened to us. I wished that the boiling force inside me — that one everybody kept calling ‘teenage angst’ — could cheat time and blow apart the hull of the first ship to touch these shores. These days, my matriarchs tell me how proud they are, that I choose to unleash my rage one day at a time.
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.
Let yourself be whole now
With your hands in the Earth
Your feet in the crystal shallows
Your core grounded and unshakeable
Let yourself be swallowed
Taken entirely
By the evanescent tide of you as complete
With no gleam or hesitation
Saunter on
To the greatest motion with no name
Where you do not have the answers
Only the tools
To carve and make space
For your wholeness
To breathe
Originally published in Woroni Vol. 72 Issue 2 ‘To Be Confirmed’
Think your name would look good in print? Woroni is always open for submissions. Email write@woroni.com.au with a pitch or draft. You can find more info on submitting here.
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WORONI IS LOOKING FOR CONTENT TEAM MEMBERS TO BECOME PART OF OUR PASSIONATE TEAM AT ANU STUDENT MEDIA IN SEMESTER 1 2023. ALL PRINT AND ONLINE POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE!
Submit your application at the bottom of this page!
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Senior Sub-Editor (2 positions)
PRINT SUB-EDITORS
Culture and Lifestyle
Creative
Science and Research
Features
SENIOR CONTENT SUB-EDITORS
Woroni is also looking for two Senior Content Sub-editors to join the Semester Two team overseeing print and online content. Previous experience with Woroni or another student publication is highly desirable but not compulsory.
Senior Sub-Editors will:
Oversee and edit the portfolio of Sub-Editors writing and sourcing online and print content.
Online pieces are published weekly, so an attentive attitude and flexibility with timeframes is essential
The workload for print will vary depending on the magazine’s print cycle, with some weeks dedicated to sourcing content, and others dedicated to solely editing.
Oversee weekly pitches and direction for the online sub-editors.
Edit and write their own pieces
Work with the Content Editor and Sub-Editors to quickly edit and publish timely content pieces from the broader ANU community (preparedness to edit at a moments notice is a must!)
Assist with editing pieces that come through the write@woroni.com.au inbox
They will need to be available for compulsory weekly content team meetings, and to attend a Sub-Editor training session prior to the commencement of Semester One. Senior Sub-Editors will be expected to spend about 10 hours per week editing articles, meeting/corresponding with the Content Editor and sourcing limited articles as-needed.
Each Senior Sub-Editor must generally edit between 10 and 20 articles per print cycle, to be published in print and online. They will not be required to source regular content for the magazine, but may be called upon to help source additional content for various sections if needed, and should be comfortable doing so.
You will need to have a clear understanding of spelling, grammar and structure in writing. Previous experience in publishing, editing or writing is an advantage, but by no means necessary. Good communication skills are also essential as fluid communication with contributors and other members of the Content team are a must. Senior Sub-Editors can expect to receive an honoraria based on their commitment to the role at the end of the semester.
PRINT SUB-EDITORS
The role of a Content Sub-Editor will be:
To source, and structural edit content for the magazine and online, as well as respond to relevant articles sent to write@woroni.com.au
Oversee and curate a specific portfolio
Act as an essential liaison between potential contributors and the Content Editor
Be a facilitator, empowering students to find their voice and express it, and guiding contributors to publish work they are proud of
Attend meetings, Woroni events and social activities
Please be aware that this is primarily a sourcing role, not a creation role. It is expected that you will reach out to members within the ANU community to encourage them to send in work to the magazine.
Sub-Editors must be able to adhere to strict deadlines and work as part of a large team, including other Sub-Editors, Senior Sub-Editors, Columnists and the Content Editor. They will be expected to attend fortnightly meetings and a short training session at the beginning of the semester, as well as any other Woroni events and workshops.
As a Sub-Editor you will source and edit to a high standard between five and eight articles per print cycle which will be published in print and/or online. Sub-Editors need to have a clear understanding of spelling, grammar and structure in writing. Sub-Editors are additionally required to write at least one article per semester. Previous experience in publishing, editing or writing is an advantage, but by no means necessary.
Sub-Editors can expect to receive an honorarium based on their commitment to the role at the end of Semester.
All portfolios are open and seeking submissions. Applicants will be asked which sections they would be interested in Sub-Editing and why, but should note that they are not guaranteed one of these portfolios.
Culture and Lifestyle
The Culture and Lifestyle Sub-Editor will be responsible for sourcing pieces that inject life into the everyday, around campus, Canberra, Australia and abroad. They will write, source and critically dissect specific culturural and artistic events, past, present and future culture zeitgeists in Canberra, Australia and abroad. Part of this portfolio covers Campus culture– articles relating to the campus experience: sex, love, friendship, health, jobs, trends, sport, clubs, societies and exciting student innovation occurring at ANU. They should have their finger on the pulse of university living and look to deliver fresh and creative content about real issues.
Creative
The Creative Sub-Editor will be responsible for sourcing a variety of creative pieces including short fiction, poetry, prose, photo essays, and other non-traditional mediums. The Creative Sub-Editor should have a love of literature and poetry, competency for editing a broad range of creative works and a keen interest in helping contributors to polish their content, which is often personal and deeply passionate. A key focus for the portfolio will be engaging and collaborating with multimedia creators, and encouraging the use of experimental modes and styles, such as: comics, how to guides and collages
Science and Research
The Science and Research Sub-Editor will be responsible for sourcing work that is related to topics such as science, technology, innovation, academia and the environment. There is a wide scope here to grow the portfolio into a science communication-adjacent form, with a focus on up-and-coming research within science (as well as tech, data, ethics, and the related social and policy implications). The Sub-Editor is expected to commission interested members of the wider ANU student body and researchers to submit pieces. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, able to distil complex information and ideas into accessible and easily understood forms. They will be highly knowledgeable about the different fields and debates within science and related spheres.
Features
The Features Sub-Editor will be tasked with sourcing articles that question, explore, and offer interesting insights into contemporary happenings. Articles will need to reflect the diverse opinions and ideas of ANU students, with a focus on engaging international and multilingual students. A discerning eye is required to distinguish between the offensive and the insightful. Articles should be engaging and relevant to the student body and current affairs.
Think features published in Vox, the Atlantic, or Overland and Voiceworks. There is scope to expand the portfolio to provide a platform for students to communicate their research and case-study findings, whether from honours, postgraduate, or individual research-based classes. There is no shortage of this work happening around the ANU, so this role will require the Sub-Editor to tap in and encourage students to share.
ONLINE SUB-EDITORS
Columnist (x2)
The Online Columnists will be required to produce interesting, relevant content for the website, of approximately 500-800 words at least four times per semester. This position is ideal for regular contributors of Woroni. While Columnists are not limited by any one topic, applicants will need to be aware of campus happenings and student discussions, and have strong opinions that they’re not afraid to share. Quick-thinking and creativity is needed for the sections that cover a lot of ground.
Reviews
The Reviews Sub-Editor will attend events and write reviews on plays, exhibitions, performances, talks, gigs, shows, restaurants, film screenings, festivals and any event or experience around ANU and Canberra. This includes seasonal themed pieces and recommendations for new Canberra residents. The Reviews Sub-Editor will also source relevant reviews from students and organise free tickets and media passes. They should help maintain strong relationships with Woroni’s contacts in the Canberra’s culture scene.
Satire
When employed well, satire and humour can be used to grapple with reality, punch up at higher powers and engage readers with challenging ideas. The Satire Sub-Editor should write at least 4 articles per semester that brings a satirical edge to current issues and events – light-hearted content that is comical and relevant to the student body. Applicants will need to have an eye for the ironic, a keen sense of wit and the ability to write several pieces for both online and print publication often with strict time frames, and occasionally source externally. An ideal candidate will be able to work smoothly with contributors to polish submissions and be comfortable with varying forms of satire.
Applications will close 5pm Friday 25th November 2022.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis between 20-29 November 2022. The role will commence immediately with mandatory training on Friday the 2nd of December.
Please send any questions to Indy at contenteditor@woroni.com.au
Woroni is committed to diversity in hiring. It is important that our team reflects the diversity of the ANU community so that we can better tell stories about everyone at the ANU. As such, Woroni welcomes applications from students that are from a range of diverse backgrounds and identities. If you identify with a diverse background or disability, feel free to let us know in your application.
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Content Team Applications Semester 1 2023
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A girl imagines she could jump.
Despite a window in place,
and four metres of space.
Still, she imagines.
Above her,
the noise is –
Leaking.
Through his head
phones he can hear –
it.
It’s not quite a buzz –
he can hear it even though
it’s not quite a buzz and
He’s wearing his headphones and
it’s leaking.
The girl adjacent wants you to
Please excuse the pun.
As she speaks, the room
cannot find the pun.
Yet,
The room does not exist
but for his eyes,
Thinks a boy as he
lets his hand fall,
between their two chairs.
The man in the corner pulls at his hair
because he is looking at the girl looking
at the window
imagining she could jump.
Think your name would look good in print? Woroni is always open for submissions. Email write@woroni.com.au with a pitch or draft. You can find more info on submitting here.
Swaying gently,
Solidly moored by a vast civilisation of roots below.
Generations of growth and decay,
Growth and decay.
Life goes on for the Eucalypts.
Slivers of bark
Suspended by svelte branches.
Slender limbs macabrely examine their former skin.
An ashen pallor to the trunk,
Smudged shades of grey and green and blue and white
By the brush of Albert Namatjira.
The ghost gum stands tall and straight on this plane and in the next.
For want of water, nurture and relief,
Pines and Firs and Oaks will wither and crumble
Under the golden sun in the red dirt of the Lucky Country.
Far from home.
Something so pale and so spindly
Should succumb to the will of the colonisers.
Nature should bend to man’s will.
And yet in my lifetime and the next, the Eucalypt is well rooted.
I remember the distinct feeling of wanting to throw a frying pan at my brother’s face in the middle of an argument, but six months later, as he visits Sydney from Melbourne, all I feel is love and the urge to give him a hug. How could my feelings for him have changed so dramatically? Was our reconciliation just a matter of time?
As my rollercoaster feelings about my brother have taught me, time is a powerful phenomenon. It is the natural path that allows reconciliation between individuals or groups. My personal guru, Justin Bieber, asks for forgiveness and reconciliation in his renowned song Sorry: “Yeah, I know that I let you down, is it too late to say I’m sorry now?” In fact, as I could tell Justin personally, it is never too late to say you are sorry, rather you just have to give the person you’re apologising to enough time to be able to accept your gesture of reconciliation. In contrast, seeking reconciliation hot on the heels of an argument is never a good idea. That’s when you really could end up with a frying pan in the face. Time allows the sting of hurt to fade. Our memories, especially of pain, don’t linger. I remember the sharp flame of the anger I felt towards my brother, but now it is distant, dim. Just a memory with no power.
Almost every adage about reconciliation expresses the common wisdom that ‘time heals’, just ‘give it time’ and ‘time softens the blow’. But why is time such a powerful healer? How does it help reconciliation? It’s more than just forgetting. Having time allows one to reflect, and this can lead to acknowledgement to take responsibility for our own part in the hurt that has occurred. This recognition is the first step to reconciliation. When storm clouds are closing over a relationship, time is the light that sheds understanding on a situation.
In Gwen Harwood’s poem, Father and Child, time plays an interesting but key factor. It is clear in I Barn Owl that the father and child share a relationship lacking in trust as the child secretly “crept out with (the) father’s gun”. However, in II Nightfall, as forty years have passed, the child reflects on the relationship, fondly stating: “what memories pack them home”. Has time allowed them to overcome mistrust and reconcile? Has it cleared the skies over their relationship? Or was there another decisive factor, perhaps the father’s approaching death?
If time was a person, death would be its older sibling. The painful experience of death, as the end of time, has the ability to force reconciliation as an imperative, in a way that time does not. Infinite amounts of time allow for an infinite number of future opportunities for reconciliation. Death marks the last and ultimate deadline for this opportunity, creating a strong incentive for forgiveness before it is too late. But why does this urge occur? We are taught at a young age, from the classic Disney movies, that there should always be a happy ending at the close of every story. Cinderella forgives her evil step-sisters, before riding into the sunset with a prince. Perhaps from childhood we subliminally believe this fairy-tale message that being generous, forgiving and reconciling with those who’ve hurt us means we might be rewarded, maybe with a prince?
When facing the end of a life’s story, with death, the concept of a happy ending through reconciliation finds expression in popular psychology as ‘closure’— the healing or conclusion to a personal loss or trauma. Why leave the story unfinished with loose ends? In terms of reconciliation, one simply needs closure to be satisfied, otherwise the pain of death is all-consuming.
However, maybe it isn’t time or death but our primal need for social interaction that allows reconciliation to occur? Ultimately if we didn’t crave connection, we would have no compulsion to reconcile. Relationships are too complex for tensions not to arise – and so we are constantly having to resolve this. If I wasn’t able to forgive my brother for always dipping his fingers in my tea, my parents would have to celebrate two separate Christmases. Humans need family; we need friends and partners in order to be happy in life. Reconciliation isn’t always motivated by love; it could be the result of our innate fear or anxiety of being alone. We have to be able to reconcile, or else we would live a solitary, and sad, life. The lonely storm cloud in a sky of blue: separate and distant.
Ultimately, regardless of why reconciliation occurs, it is a self-determined process. In Father and Child, the mistrust between the two protagonists are relatively minor, or at least able to be overcome in their eyes. But would that be true if their relationship had suffered a more serious wound? It is up to the individual to decide whether the relationship is worth reconciling; to decide whether the problem is forgivable, or even if they have the will. Do they want to wake up to blue skies instead of grey? I always forgive my brother, knowing that within 24 hours of him being home he will wind me up again. I reconcile with him on the understanding that even if his behaviour is unlikely to change, it is more painful not to be reconciled. The feeling of connection provides an embedded metaphysic map to reconciliation. Perhaps every relationship is a series of betrayals and reconciliations.
Reconciliation helps an individual progress their identity, and better understand themselves and others. Like most things in life, reconciliation is a learning experience and a choice, irrespective of the factors that contribute to it.
Think your name would look good in print? Woroni is always open for submissions. Email write@woroni.com.au with a pitch or draft. You can find more info on submitting here.