‘Survivor: IDS style’

So you’re on staff, working  your way through the general-assignment desk. Here are tips on how to survive — and thrive — on the Daily Student staff.

Be nimble.
Tell the story the best way.

Be resourceful.
Create components to execute a simple idea.

Be bold.
Build centerpieces and package related content.

Be polished.
Crisp text. Compelling photos. Spacious margins.

Be innovative.
Don’t settle for the same thing.

Be quick.
Nobody — nobody — should beat us with IU news.

Be local.
Take a story from afar and bring it home.

Be smart.
Stick to our values and play to our strengths.