TheLaSallian

Recruitment is currently closed.

We appreciate your interest in joining The LaSallian. Our recruitment cycle has closed for the current period. We typically open applications during Term 1 and Term 3 of the academic year.

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Positions Board

Browse the roles we recruit for. Our application cycle is currently closed, but you can explore our diverse teams below to prepare for the next window.

University

News Writer

Break the news on matters from within and beyond the University through a distinctly Lasallian lens. Witness stories as as they happen and listen the voices of Lasallians and Filipinos alike to dissect complex issues and properly inform fellow Lasallians.

What we look for
  • Aspiring storytellers with an affinity for campus and national issues
  • Curious and inquisitive writers with strong research skills
  • Reporters who can dissect broad issues from a student's point of view
Bonus points if you have
  • A student journalist with a background in news, feature, or editorial writing
  • Someone who is willing to report on campus or beyond to cover pressing events
  • Capable of connecting with diverse peoples to get an unfiltered look at social issues
Menagerie

Feature Writer

Be the bridge between the literary and the literal. Champion stories at the heart of our communities, capturing the tender pulse of Filipino culture and society.

What we look for
  • Diverse interests in media and culture
  • Love for storytelling
  • Passion for the lived experiences of different sectors
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced in feature or creative writing
  • Up to date on current cultural discourse
  • Adept at interviewing and engaging with a wide range of individuals
Sports

Sports Writer

Go beyond the final score. Tell stories that capture the passion, pressure, and pulse of sports—on and off the court. Chronicle the triumphs, heartbreaks, and humanity behind every game, athlete, and community.

What we look for
  • Strong interest in sports and athletics
  • Eye for compelling narratives beyond play-by-play
  • Passion for storytelling and in-game analytics
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced in sports writing and coveraging sports events
  • Familiar with local, national, and collegiate scenes
  • Able to engage with athletes, coaches, and communities in high-pressure environments
Vanguard

Science Writer

Make STEM matter and feel closer to the Lasallian community. Uncover the role of science in solving the issues of society and amplify the voices and thoughts of the world's foremost experts.

What we look for
  • Genuine curiosity about the world and its intricacies
  • Eagerness to translate complex ideas into simpler language
  • Determination to set the facts straight and enlighten misconceptions
Bonus points if you have
  • In the loop with issues in health, technology, and the environment
  • Well-versed in science or technical communication
  • Passionate for research and scientific investigation
Intermedia

Writer and Reporter

Use your knack for reporting to produce journalistic, fact-based video reports, spanning hard news, features and featurettes, explainers, investigative reports, and commentary essays.

What we look for
  • Experience in either writing or reporting various stories with a journalistic lens
  • Capacity to learn and work with The LaSallian's video format
  • Interest in reporting on national and campus, human-interest, sciences, or sports stories through video
Bonus points if you have
  • Intrigued to tell video stories that deliver impact and change
  • Fascinated by data-driven and investigative reportage
Intermedia

Videographer

Capture visuals for video stories by being there when it happens. From studio to field coverage, videographers assist in newsgathering and production to create high-quality journalistic video content.

What we look for
  • Experience in doing video work, ranging from broadcast production to field coverage
  • Ability and willingness to navigate The LaSallian's video format
  • Interest in filming for national and campus, human-interest, sciences, and sports stories
Bonus points if you have
  • Equipped with gear and equipment ready for video reporting (i.e. cameras)
  • Capable of switching between video and photo formats during coverages
  • Interested in working with production sets, spanning both studio and field shoots
Intermedia

Digital Media Producer

Produce the digital aspects of video production, spanning from video editing to animation, with a journalistic lens to supplement reports such as hard news, features, investigatives, and explainers.

What we look for
  • Familiarity with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and CapCut, for video editing
  • Ability to video edit reports that engage the audience both visually and journalistically
  • Capable of doing basic motion graphics, with an optional skill for 2D or 3D animation
Bonus points if you have
  • Capable of creating graphics from scratch for The LaSallian's video reports
  • Experienced in sound design, with an abilty to create custom audio from scratch
  • Familiar with 3D creation software such as Blender, for model and scene production
Photo

Photographer

Capture and produce timely visuals relevant to the Lasallian community through visual storytelling. May it be campus activities, sporting events, or matters of national importance, The LaSallian’s photographers are always there when it happens.

What we look for
  • A strong eye for composition and storytelling
  • Adaptable and willing to cover events within and beyond campus
  • Eagerness to upgrade skills needed for photography and post-processing
  • Access to a DSLR or mirrorless camera
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced in photojournalism
  • Knowledgeable on how to use Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
Art & Graphics

Graphic Artist

Breathe life into complex stories through compelling illustrations, comics, and visual narratives that run alongside annual events and The LaSallian's articles.

What we look for
  • A distinctive art style and visual creativity
  • The ability to conceptualize visuals from written briefs
  • Proficiency in digital illustration tools
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced with editorial illustration
  • Knowledgeable in color theory and digital painting
  • Capable of swiftly addressing feedback
Layout

Layout Artist

Weave complex stories into structured visuals that command attention and clarity. Curate information and aesthetics to define the frontline of our visual storytelling.

What we look for
  • A keen eye for typography and hierarchy to ensure clean, readable designs
  • The drive to create posters and broadsheets that leave a lasting impact
  • Love for the art of layout and the power of intentional design
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced in using Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Up to date on current design trends
  • Capable of managing high-pressure workflows for fast-paced news cycles
Web

Social Media Manager

Manage the publication’s digital presence. Craft captions for articles, coordinate posting schedules, and handle visual retrieval.

What we look for
  • Strong writing skills for diverse article types
  • Ability to organize and manage consistent posting schedules
  • Skill in selecting and retrieving the best visuals to match our stories
Bonus points if you have
  • Familiar with social media trends and algorithms
  • Experienced with platform management or scheduling tools
Web

Web Developer

Build and maintain the digital front page of the publication. Develop interactive special features and internal tools.

What we look for
  • Eagerness to learn modern web development workflows
  • Interest in digital journalism and interactivity
  • Willingness to assist with social media tasks like captioning and posting
Bonus points if you have
  • Familiar with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Experienced with Tailwind CSS or React
Web

Web Designer (UI/UX)

Design how our stories are told online. Focus on making our digital platforms intuitive, clean, and visually engaging for every reader.

What we look for
  • An eye for clean layouts and organized design
  • Interest in how users interact with websites and mobile apps
  • Willingness to assist with social media tasks like captioning and visual retrieval
Bonus points if you have
  • Experienced with Figma or Canva
  • Knowledgeable in UI/UX design or mobile-first layouts

How It Works

A quick look at our recruitment process.

1. Sign-ups & Documentation

Browse the positions board and fill out the application form when recruitment opens. Note that accepted applicants will need to secure a Certificate of Good Moral Conduct from the SDFO.

2. Examinations

Applicants will take a general grammar and essay exam, alongside a section-specific assessment to gauge mastery and potential.

3. Editorial Interviews

Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by the Editor of their chosen section, followed by a final interview with the Executive Editors.

4. Welcome to the Team!

Successful applicants will be onboarded, start their training, and begin their journey as part of The LaSallian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Undergraduate students from the Manila and Laguna campuses are allowed to apply; senior high school students are not allowed to apply.
You may apply for two sections, but there must be a preferred one. You are also allowed to back out of one of your choices.
For all applicants, please prepare a laptop or any digital device together with paper and a pen. For those applying to Art & Graphics or as Intermedia animators, please bring your preferred drawing materials—whether digital or traditional. Applicants for Layout and Intermedia video editor positions are required to use a laptop installed with their preferred layout or video editing software, respectively.
Experience is neither needed nor required. The application process will be used to gauge your mastery, skill, and potential as the basis for your acceptance.
Yes. If your skills and experience seem to be more suited for another section, you could be redirected in the middle of your application.
No, we typically open applications during Term 1 and Term 3 of each academic year. Stay tuned to our social media channels for announcements regarding the next recruitment window.
Yes. You may reapply if you do not get accepted this recruitment week.
We regularly conduct workshops to hone the skills of our staffers, with alumni or industry professionals as speakers.
The LaSallian strictly does not allow its applicants to pursue similar roles in other Student Media Groups (SMGs).

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