Join Our Staff
Join Our Staff
VIM is more than just a magazine.
VIM is more than just a magazine. With four divisions – Administration, Business, Creative & Editorial – there is a place for everyone at VIM.
All VIM teams hold open applications in the Fall, following our first general meeting. Teams with open positions for the Spring semester will accept applications in January. If you’re interested in applying, please note that each position has a different application process and you may be called for an interview with your prospective director.
* For additional questions you may have, please consult the Meet The Team page or send us a message!
Administration
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Editor-in-Chief
The Editor-in-Chief’s are responsible for leading the publication, as well as its 40+ directors and 200+ members. The Editor-in-Chiefs work hands-on in all aspects of what it takes to run and create a magazine — both in print and online. From signing-off on all pitches and pages, to being the voice and head of VIM, the (2) editors-in-chief of VIM work together and collaborate with everyone part of the process to produce (1) print issues each semester and (2) digital issues each semester.
Assistant Editor-in-Chief
The Assistant Editor-in-Chief is responsible for working towards a hopeful following-year position as one of the new Editors-in-Chief. Their position’s duties, besides being a liaison between the editors and directors and all VIM members, is to assist the editors in any way needed (as well as give creative input in all projects and endeavors.)
Qualifications:
Time commitment (VIM is like a full-time job — make sure you can commit to General and Directors’
Meetings every-other Monday, last-minute photoshoot reschedules and being available by phone [a lot].)
Familiarity with and passion for magazine content, publishing, writing, photography, creative production & more.
Ability to be counted on, as well as hold a leadership position
Knowledge of the media, entertainment, lifestyle and/or fashion sphere(s)
Responsibilities:
Attend all team and general meetings
Aside from everything already listed, being dependable, reliable, trustworthy and willing to (often) put VIM first
Be the final eyes on each issue we produce, along with the Art Director(s)
Email: vimmagazine@gmail.com
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The Board of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) is responsible for ensuring that VIM is an accurate reflection of the diverse lives and perspectives of the Michigan State University community. The Board of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion wants everyone to feel that they have a voice within VIM. If you have any issues, please don’t refrain from reaching out, we are here for you!
Qualifications
Strong understanding of all races and cultures, especially those represented at MSU
Knowledge of cultural appropriation
Desire to make the fashion industry a more inclusive place
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
To be a knowledge resource for any questions regarding cultural appropriation, racism, or lack of diversity within VIM
Find ways for VIM to reach a more diverse audience of readers, writers, models, and team members
Work closely with all directors, especially the Creative Director to ensure that all photoshoots and articles are diverse and inclusive
Creative
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The Creative team for VIM is responsible for coordinating all of the content and creating a cohesive magazine. Team members will have the opportunity to create and pitch ideas for cover and other creative shoots as well as help select pitches from all other content teams. Teams will also be responsible for approving styling within each shoot to ensure cohesiveness of the magazine. Finally, team members will submit creative blog ideas to the website each semester.
Qualifications
Familiarity with selecting pieces to create one cohesive look
Ability to think creatively and bring unique ideas to life
Familiarity with writing and styling is recommended
Creative experience is recommended but not required
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings as well as scheduled team meetings
Attend pitch meetings and help decide the content of the magazine.
Work with a team to produce cover and creative shoots each semester.
Work closely with the EIC’s and art team to go over final edits of each magazine.
Email: vimcreative2@gmail.com
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The Health & Beauty team for VIM is responsible for providing readers with an in-depth understanding of current trends and routines for the inner and outer self.
Qualifications
Attend weekly meetings
Familiarity with current Health & Beauty trends
Values open communication and respect for deadlines
Proficient in AP Style**
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Pitch relevant & trendy ideas related to Health & Beauty for digital and print issue articles
Formulate two full magazine articles per month
Email: vimhealthandbeauty@gmail.com
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The Creative Beauty team for VIM is responsible for all of the makeup done on the sets of content shoots for the magazine. Some of the makeup will be natural, while others will be artistic and creative.
Qualifications
A portfolio showcasing a variety of makeup skills
A creative spirit
Hard work ethic
Ability to work with others and be personable
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Be moderately available to work on shoots
Attend a biweekly meeting with just the creative beauty team
Do outside research on current makeup trends to prepare for shoots
Be able to bring your own makeup kit to shoots
Email: creativebeautyvim@gmail.com
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The Fashion Relations team is responsible for the preparation, production and execution of VIM’s in-person fashion events. The team also acts as the main source of communication between VIM and the Apparel and Textile Design (ATD) program. We showcase the designs of ATD students at several events throughout the year, with the end of the year fashion show being our main focus. Our team has both a creative and business side. The business side of our team focuses on finding sponsors for the spring show, communicating with representatives from potential event venues and meeting the needs of VIP guests of the show. The creative side of our team handles creative direction for events including selecting venues, planning and creating decor, and communicating with designers and models.
Qualifications
Positive attitude!
Out-going/doesn’t mind talking to new people
Hardworking
Organized
Experience in fashion (retail jobs, model, etc.) or event planning is a plus, but not necessary
Hardworking
Visually oriented
Apparel and Textile Design majors a plus, but not necessary
Responsibilities
Creative team
Participate in all team and general meetings as well as complete assigned tasks
Responsible for helping the team with preparation for the annual fashion show including securing a venue, creative brainstorming, meeting with potential designers and models, set up and tear down, and day-of-show help.
Participate in devising, constructing, and executing fall or spring events to showcase selected MSU designer’s work
Responsible for communication between the Apparel and Textile Design program and VIM
Business team
Participate in all team and general meetings as well as complete assigned tasks
Responsible for thinking of creative fundraising efforts and gaining sponsorships for the show
Manage social media account for the fashion show
Coordinate structure and timeline of fashion show and other events
Communicate with event coordinators at different venues
Email: vimfashionrelations@gmail.com
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The Lifestyle team for VIM is responsible for writing creative print & digital articles centered around topics pertaining to life; travel, career, relationships, politics, & entertainment. Members will have the opportunity to benefit from team bonding outings, collaborate openly with directors & team members, & share lifestyle content with VIM’s readers, followers, and members.
Qualifications
Ability to contribute out-of-the-box ideas
Understands journalistic writing
Values open communication and collaboration
Has a positive attitude and a willingness to meet deadlines
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Write a series of articles for VIM’s digital issue, print issue & blog
Meet all article deadlines
Maintain open communication with team members and directors
Participate in all team bonding activities
Email: vimlifestyle@gmail.com
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The Fashion team is responsible for pitching, drafting, and puzzling together all things style in the Fashion sector of VIM. Our team is broken into three segments: Bloggers, Editorial Writers, and Stylists. Responsibilities are consistent for each segment. Members have the opportunity to creatively pitch ideas, compose pieces for the blog (with original photos), author pieces for the digital issue and bi-annual print issues of VIM, attend photoshoots, style outfits and gain relevant experience. Members will also have the opportunity to network with peers that share parallel interest in fashion and have tangible pieces for professional development.
Qualifications
Familiarity with authoring fashion-related pieces
Familiarity constructing mood boards for pitch ideas
Ability to be coached, comply with strict time frames, and maintain strong communication
Embody a unique sense of style and passion for fashion
Styling experience preferred, but not necessary
Requirements
Attend all team and general meetings as well as scheduled team meetings
Represent VIM in a positive light
Ability to work with a team
Must have a fluid, inclusive, and diverse understanding of all aspects of fashion and dress
Email: vimfashionteam@gmail.com
Business
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The Advertising team for VIM is responsible for outreach to various businesses, both locally and nationally, throughout the year in pursuit of selling advertising space in print & digital issues of magazines, as well as social media postings. Members will have the opportunity to gain valuable sales, client relations and account management experience. As the Advertising team is responsible for generating a large portion of VIM’s revenue, it is very important that members exemplify the utmost dedication to their role on the team.
Qualifications
At least one semester as an active general member or member of another team within VIM
Familiarity with drafting/writing pitches & sales
Determined personality (“Go-Getter” mindset), not easily discouraged, extremely responsive and demonstrates professionalism and excellent communication skills
Must have 3-4 hours per week to be allocated to VIM related materials
Internship experience**
Majoring in the College of Communication Arts & Sciences or Marketing**
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Help lead team to profit goals
Conduct & follow-up with client -outreach
Collaborate with the team to further develop more strategic approaches to enhance VIM’s reach and build long-lasting relationships with clients
Email: vimadvteam@gmail.com
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The events team at VIM Magazine is responsible for organizing and planning the launch parties during the fall and spring semesters, as well as organizing the networking trip during the spring. Additional responsibilities include organizing fundraisers, hayrides, and other group activities for the club. The events team may also help and assist other teams for certain events.
Qualifications
Well organized
Dependable
Good with time management
Able to run necessary errands
Creative and detail-oriented
Well communication skills
Passion and commitment
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Come up with creative and fun ideas for all of our events
Meet up once every two weeks to organize events, decorate for events, and make sure everything is in order and on schedule
Running errands for events that are planned
Follow up on tasks you are responsible for with Events Director(s)
Email: vimeventsteam@gmail.com
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VIM’s Development team is responsible for all of VIM’s funds and fundraising. Members will have the opportunity to help create the organization’s budgets, present in front of the ASMSU in order to receive funding, & develop their own fundraising events.
Qualifications
Great organizational & time-managements skills
Have a finance background or financial experience
Passion for creatively raising money for the publication
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Collaborate with directors & EICs to help create VIMs budget
Develop original & creative fundraising events
Collect & reconcile member dues
Email: vimfinances@gmail.com
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The Marketing team for VIM is responsible for publicizing magazine content and spreading awareness to the general public. Members will gain valuable experience in communication through educating and working with previous, current and future VIM members, as well as those who work in the fashion industry.
Qualifications
Major / Minor in a business or fashion-related field (Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, etc.)
Ability to dedicate 1-3 hours per week to VIM
Innovative, creative mindset (always be prepared to share new ideas, thinking outside the box)
Ability to communicate effectively & professionally both verbally and in writing
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Reach out to VIM alum and create VIMspiration blog posts (will be emailed and published on website)
Develop marketing strategies to distribute 1500 magazines to MSU students each semester (Campus Launch)
Collaborate with all departments within the magazine to create/execute campaigns, ensuring consistency
Create, plan and order marketing materials for VIM members (t-shirts, stickers, etc.)
Email: vimmarketingteam@gmail.com
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The Social Media team for VIM is responsible for managing engagement, creating cultural calendars, tracking analytics and increasing VIM’s audience size across all social media platforms.
Qualifications
Attend weekly meetings
Avid social media user
Experience in managing multiple social media accounts
Passionate about VIM & growing our brand
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Track Facebook, Instagram & Twitter analytics
Engage with VIM’s followers daily on all social media platforms
Establish new promotional strategies to increase VIM’s audience size
Find & create daily content that aligns with VIM’s brand
Email: vimsocialmediateam@gmail.com
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The Public Relations team for VIM is responsible for outreach to various businesses, organizations & influencers throughout the year. Members will also have the opportunity to work with social media influencers & on various promotional efforts such as social media giveaways, event goodie bags, and media relations.
Qualifications
Promote several products & services through public relations initiatives & VIM’s social media platforms
Comfortable in a collaborative environment & is considerate of others
Self-motivated, eager, inquisitive, proactive & enthusiastic
Proficient in Google Drive
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Develop goals & strategies to build contacts & relationships with publishers, influencers & alumni
Act as point-of-contact for media inquiries about VIM’s projects, events & happenings while responding quickly & accurately
Conduct research & find opportunities to promote company products, that align with VIM’s brand, through various social media platforms.
Email: vimmagazinecommunications@gmail.com
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The UX Team for VIM is responsible for ensuring an excellent user experience on VIM’s website. Team members have the opportunity to strengthen user experience design skills, web design skills, and work as a team to collaborate and learn from one another.
Qualifications
Relevant background preferred: User experience design and research, web design and development, graphic design, and frontend coding (HTML, CSS, etc)
Creativity, dependability, good time-management & communication skills
Interest in enhancing the user experience of the website and making meaningful contributions, while always keeping usability, accessibility, inclusivity, and aesthetic in mind
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings as well as bi-monthly team meetings
Entire user experience process, such as research, analysis, design, and implementation for vimmagazinemsu.com
Research: tasks such as interviews (usability testing/contextual inquiry), surveys, competitive analysis
Analysis: tasks such as affinity diagramming (Mural), persona building
Design: tasks such as wireframing and prototyping (Figma, Adobe XD, etc)
Implementation: replicating design in WordPress website
Next steps: testing, validating, iterating, more focus on information architecture, accessibility, etc
Email: msuvimux@gmail.com
Editorial
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The Art team for VIM is responsible for designing the print magazine each semester. Team members will have the opportunity to create a style guide for each issue of the magazine including fonts, graphic elements, and layouts for every issue that creates a cohesive magazine. Art also encompasses digital art which creates and develops the digital issues that are put on our website each semester.
Qualifications
Must have intermediate-advanced experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Strong artistic vision and passion for art and graphic design
Must be able to meet deadlines
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings as well as scheduled team meetings
Work with a team to produce between one and two digital issues a semester and one print issue a semester
Work closely with the EIC’s to go over final edit
Email: vim.art.team@gmail.com
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The Blog team for VIM is responsible for the editing and creation of VIM’s blog. With content ranging from career, fashion trends, health and beauty tips and entertainment there’s an article for all readers.
Qualifications
Creative spirit with a passion for writing and/or editing
Respect for deadlines, good time-management & communication skills
Contribute creative & innovative ideas to enhance VIM
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Write in the perspective & voice of VIM
Edit the content of VIM’s blog & Digital Issue
Create all content, such as pictures, that are in blog posts
Email: msuvimblog@gmail.com
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The Student Relations team for VIM is responsible for being a liaison between prospective VIM members and the publication itself. They are a source for any student who has questions about VIM and are also responsible for finding ways to connect with these students. Student Relations is also responsible for scouting, recruiting, and selecting all models for VIM’s print & digital issues. Student Relations team plans & hosts two Casting Calls per academic year to recruit talent from Michigan State University, and oversees model diversity & inclusion in each issue of the magazine. Members will have the opportunity to work alongside content directors and stylists to select models for each photoshoot.
Qualifications
Superior communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Be able to find creative ways to reach out to new students at MSU
Demonstrate ability to select talent that will match the look & feel of each photoshoot
Ability to coordinate with content teams & directors
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Work with events team to plan events to attract new talent and general members
Pitch model recruitment ideas & help plan Fall and Spring Casting Calls
Recruit for Casting Calls using social media, community outreach, and networking
Help create a model database
Responsible for casting all models for assigned content teams
Coordinate with models, casting directors & content directors to schedule talent for each shoot
Ensure model diversity throughout the magazine
Email: vimcastingteam@gmail.com
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The Copy Editing team for VIM is responsible for performing edits on all written content within the print & digital articles to develop, enhance, and correct writing. Members will have the opportunity to learn about the magazine editorial process and the basics of magazine editing.
Qualifications
Enthusiastic & ready to learn
Desire to learn about a magazine’s editorial process
Editing experience is a plus, but not required!
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Attend bi-weekly meetings
Work with directors and writers to continue to improve VIM’s voice
Edit and enhance written magazine content for the print & digital issues
Email: vimediting@gmail.com
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The Film team for VIM is responsible for film related content that reaches all of VIM’s social platforms. Examples include mini documentaries that are shot for our digital magazines and promotional content that is released to advertise events and upcoming issue releases.
Qualifications
Ideal members are primarily Media & Info or Film Studies majors, but it is open to all majors.
Candidates show a great deal of interest and passion in video content creation ranging from casual video content such as tutorials and behind the scenes montages to scripted productions such as documentaries/interviews and short films.
Ideal candidates are extremely driven and motivated to building their individual portfolios through the opportunities provided through VIM
It’s not necessary to have your own equipment but it’s always beneficial.
Responsibilities:
Members are required to attend all biweekly team meetings as well as general team meetings and abide by the rules set in the Film Team Handbook (listed below)
Members will be responsible for scripting, collaborating, filming, and editing all video content that is produced through VIM.
Rules
You can not post official footage or photos of the shoots until the article is published. Doing so you risk being assigned future projects.
If you cannot make it to a shoot after being scheduled, you must let the director know at least 72 hours in advanced. If you fail to do so, you do risk being on probation for the semester. If you miss one shoot, you will be put on probation for the rest of the semester.
If you expect yourself to miss a deadline to turn in your work (edit draft, final film graphics, ect.) you must let the director know at least 1 week in advanced. Failure to do so you risk being given any projects for the rest of the semester.
If you have two or more unexcused meetings in a semester, you risk your membership and the possibility of any projects being assigned to you.
The director reserves the right to change any of these rules to fit the needs of the team, if seen necessary.
Email: vimphotofilm@gmail.com
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The Graphic Design team for VIM is responsible for creating unique and creative content for all social media platforms, special projects, and assisting with digital and print graphics.
Qualifications
Proficient in Adobe Suite (Illustrator / Photoshop)
Ability to comply with brand guidelines & aesthetic
Passion for drawing & creativity
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Attend bi-weekly meetings
Meet deadlines
Create fun & unique content
Email: Vimgraphicdesignteam@gmail.com
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The Photography team for VIM is responsible for scheduling shoots with the other teams, taking photos for specific events, but more importantly, taking photos that will either be physically in the Print magazines or the online magazine issues every semester. Team members will also have a chance to improve their portfolios, see what it’s like to take photos for a fashion shoot, as well as meet other photographers.
Qualifications
Know how to shoot in manual + RAW photos
Familiar with using Lightroom or Photoshop (or both)
Able to communicate well with other team members and other directors on AND off shoots
Able to follow deadlines with amazing time-management
Attend meeting every two weeks
Responsibilities
Attend all team and general meetings
Attend meeting every two weeks
Able to shoot manual, edit photos to fit the shoot and upload those photos on to the specific google drive folder in time for directors to see
Communicate with everyone on the team and not on the team to see what everyone needs
Email: vimphototeam@gmail.com
Expectations for all VIM Staff
Attend bi-weekly Monday night general meetings
Attend, participate & contribute to all VIM events
Agree to commit to our staff for the entire semester
*To apply for any position in VIM, you must be a current undergraduate or graduate student at Michigan State University. Our registered student organization will not discriminate based on age, color, gender, gender identity, disability status, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or weight.
**Preferred qualifications. These preferences alone will not impact your chances of admittance to any team.