Thank you for expressing interest in The Bell Tower. Here you will find all of the information regarding applying for a position!

Applications are open only to Hope students returning for the 2024-25 school year

Applications are due Friday May 3, 2024

Wondering what positions are opening? Check them out below!

Subject Editors: Natural Sciences, Humanities, and the Social Sciences

  • Connect with authors in a timely manner to discuss their pieces.
  • Hold numerous meetings with each author as the editing progresses.
  • Ensure readiness of each piece for publication with respect to its research, structure, Christian commitment, and overall content.
  • Communicate with the Stylistic Editor and Editor in Chief about the status of the pieces.

Stylistic Editor

  • Make final stylistic edits on each piece before journal goes to the printer. These edits include (but might not be limited to) grammar, syntax, and citation formatting.

Managing Editor

  • Work closely with the Editor-in-Chief.
  • Manage communication channels between editors, staff, authors, and our contributors.
  • Work with the Editor-in-Chief to decide what pieces to publish.
  • Must be detail-oriented.

Marketing and Website Manager

  • Coordinate digital and paper signage for advertising.
  • Create promotional materials.
  • Publish promotional materials online social media and email communications.
  • Ensure website is up-to-date.
  • Coordinate and format digital edition of publication.

Business Manager

  • Handle administrative and logistical tasks to ensure smooth operation of journal
  • Serve as secretary during meetings
  • Help plan events in cooperation with other college departments (Catering, etc.) as needed

Publication Manager

  • Design layout of every interior page of journal in keeping with the style of The Bell Tower.
  • Work closely with the publisher on details regarding publication.
  • Detail dates of publication and arrange distribution of the completed journal. 

Have further questions regarding the application process?

Email us at belltower@hope.edu