Whether you take yourself to be a modern-day Frank O’Hara, or you have a shrewd eye and even shrewder opinions, we’re looking for people to contribute to Arts. We’re particularly keen to have a column that looks at the alternatives to a white male-dominated art scene, which could involve critiquing exhibitions or events taking place during term, or introducing Varsity readers to your favourite non-canonical authors, artists and poets, some of which may even have a connection to Cambridge.

Staff writer: As an Arts staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with arts and arts-related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Arts team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to the arts that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring something specific within the arts. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be an Arts columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

From highlighting specific designers, depop stores or influencers, to covering fashion in lesser represented communities, there’s no shortage of things to write about within Fashion. Nor is it necessary that you write – at the heart of fashion lies creativity, so you can also consider drawing, photography, and other mediums to express yourself.

Staff writer: As a Fashion staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with fashion and fashion-related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Fashion team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to fashion that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring a particular theme or issue within fashion. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be a Fashion columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

From the big screen where you watch the latest films, to the laptop screen you watch Netflix shows on when Week 5 finally hits, we’re looking for students to write about entertainment.

Staff writer: As a Film & TV staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with film, television and related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Film & TV team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to Film & TV that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring something specific within film and TV. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be a Film & TV columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Reviewer: If you're a television enthusiast and never a miss a new film release, why not apply to be a Film & TV reviewer? As a Film & TV reviewer, you’ll be expected to bring out your inner critic and assess new releases assigned to you by the Film & TV Editors on a fortnightly basis.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Film & TV team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide a sample review on a film or TV show you’ve watched recently (no more than 750 words).

As we head into yet another intense Cambridge term, we’re looking for a touch of lightheartedness and fun. Can you whip up an incredible meal in a kitchen with just a rice cooker and a microwave? Do you have intel on the best Cambridge cafes to escape noisy housemates? Do you have any interesting passions that you’d like to share with readers?

AskVulture Writer: A lot goes on in Cambridge, and it can verge on overwhelming - it’s helpful to have a fellow student (or a group of them…) to turn to for advice. AskVulture provides just this: a group of fellow students answering your anonymous questions and and providing advice as well as they can. From adapting to Cambridge life to relationship advice, it’s the chance to help people see things in a new way, or to resolve a burning question/ issue. We’re looking for a team of dedicated writers to do this. You’ll work alongside the other AskVulture writers , each producing 1 to 2 articles a week, and liaising with the Lifestyle editors.

To apply: Explain why you’d like to be part of the AskVulture team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues you’re particularly interested in covering, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Staff writer: As a Lifestyle staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with lifestyle and Cambridge-related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Lifestyle team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to lifestyle and Cambridge that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring something specific within the arts. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be a Lifestyle columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Music are looking for writers to cover all sorts of things related to music. Be it classical, pop, jazz, or hip-hop, there’s absolutely no restriction on genre. Nor is it necessary to write about music itself – we’re also keen to hear about things occurring more widely within the musical world.

Staff writer: As a Music staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with music and music-related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Music team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to music that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring something specific within music. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be a Music columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

From reviewing student-run plays, to finding feminism in Ancient Greek tragedy, to exploring allegations of racism in “Hamilton”, there’s all sorts to explore within theatre.

Reviewer: As a Theatre reviewer, you’ll be expected to attend productions and produce reviews of student theatre, and provide behind-the-scenes insight by interviewing student writers, directors, producers and actors. Given the fast paced nature of theatre, applicants should be prepared to produce articles at speed.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Theatre team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide a sample review on a theatrical production, film, or TV show you’ve watched recently (no more than 600 words).

Staff writer: As a Theatre staff writer at Varsity, you’ll be expected to produce at least four articles during term on a diverse range of topics and themes, giving you a great opportunity to expand your writing repertoire and deal with different issues in each article. You should demonstrate a careful engagement with theatre and theatre-related matters, as well as an interesting, considered, and perhaps unique perspective on them.

To apply: Explain why you want to be involved in the Theatre team and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please also provide an explanation of the areas and issues relevant to theatre that you’re particularly interested in exploring, and what perspective you think you could bring to Varsity (no more than 250 words). Please also send a sample piece on a topic of your choosing (no more than 600 words).

Columnist: Columnists write articles on a fortnightly basis, exploring a particular theme or issue within theatre. You’ll work closely with the section editors to examine something you’re passionate about in greater depth, giving you the freedom to develop a column that reflects your personality, life experiences and ideas.

To apply: Explain why you want to be a Theatre columnist and detail any relevant experience, though none is required (no more than 250 words). Please provide a pitch for a proposed column (no more than 250 words), explaining how your column might advance each fortnight. Please also provide a sample column on a topic of your choosing (no more than 750 words).

Varsity relies on a strong, dynamic visual presence. As a staff illustrator, you’ll have the chance to be at the forefront of that change, joining a creative space where you’ll be encouraged to experiment, and creating art that speaks to student perspectives. Staff Illustrators will work closely with our Illustrations Editor and will be expected to provide 2-3 pieces throughout the term. Whether you are an artist, graphic designer or cartoonist, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply: Please outline details of any skills and experience you have, and either attach some sample illustrations or a link to your portfolio if possible.

Our photography and video team keeps the newspaper looking fresh and vibrant with new and original photographic and video content, particularly in the News, Sport, and Vulture sections.

Photographer: As a Photographer, you’ll work alongside other photographers to capture key moments in Cambridge, refresh Varsity’s stock images, and have the chance to pursue your own creative projects.

To apply: Please explain why you’d like to be a photographer, and outline details of any skills and experience you have, though no experience is required (no more than 250 words). Please also attach some sample photographs, or provide a link to your portfolio.

Videographer: As a Videographer, you’ll work alongside other videographers to pitch, present, shoot, or edit videos, telling the stories that mean the most to you and ensure that students’ voices are heard in an insightful, inspiring and engaging way.

To apply: Please explain why you’d like to be a videographer, provide some ideas for video content, and outline details of any skills and experience you have, though no experience is required (no more than 250 words). Please also attach some sample videos, or provide a link to your portfolio.

Technical Supervisor: As a technical supervisor, you’ll work alongside members of the Photography & Video team and take charge of the technical aspects of the team. This will involve being the point of contact for equipment, editing and other tech-related queries whilst also contributing to the video team through shooting, editing etc.

To apply: Please explain why you’d like to be a technical supervisor, and outline details of any skills and experience you have, though no experience is required (no more than 250 words).