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 REGAN
SARMATIUK
Editor-in-Chief
What do you do?
I am one of two full-time employees of the Manitoban (along with the
Managing Editor). I’m responsible for the hiring and training
of staff, and for overseeing the content of the paper. I develop the
printing budget and work with the Managing Editor on the paper’s
overall budget. I also do the final edit of the paper before it gets
printed. Other duties involve coordinating the editorial page, chairing
meetings, recruiting volunteers, answering many emails, cleaning the
office and my personal favourite — pretending I know what to do
whenever anyone has a problem with their computer, and then standing
around helplessly while someone else fixes it.
Working
at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
I’m working with a group of talented and creative individuals,
and I get to read what they write and see what they draw and photograph
every week and watch them work.
Why should people volunteer for the Manitoban?
I just wrote something about this last week, so I will sound like a
broken record, but in short: the Toban needs you, and it’s fun.
We value our volunteers, because the more voices we have contributing
to the paper, the better. Also, it’s a wonderful chance to try
something new and work on your writing. Prior experience isn’t
necessary in order to volunteer with us — just the desire to write.
A final piece of advice?
I’m not really an authority on wisdom, so I will offer an Irish
proverb I heard recently that has limitless potential for application:
“Never bolt your door with a boiled carrot.”
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 TESSA
VANDERHART
News Editor
What do you do?
I’m the news editor at the Toban, which entails little ambulance-chasing,
but rather inquiring into stories that, I hope, students are interested
in. I’m also the Central Bureau Chief for Canadian University
Press, so I’m always looking for news tips and ideas (and writers!)
from throughout the Prairies!
Why are you working for the Toban?
My curiosity and ambition know no bounds. Plus, what else is there to
do in Winnipeg?
Working at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
This will probably merit a few giggles, but news writing is actually
one of the most satisfyingly incisive types of writing, albeit the most
formulaic. Seriously, working for the Toban is impossibly fun; it’s
respite with awesome writing experience, a new understanding of the
world around you, and an excuse to discuss penetrating topics like “crunchy
budgets,” “hot” traffic lights and my personal favourite:
“Where’s the money for this coming from?!?” Sometimes,
you even get to interview Sam Katz!
Why would someone volunteer for the News section?
Or: why shouldn’t you volunteer for the Toban? C’mon!
Last thoughts:
Being witty is hard; telling the truth is acutely more difficult. “Try
to know something about everything, and everything about something”:
TH Huxley.
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 JEANNE
FRONDA
Arts & Entertainment Editor
What do you do?
I collect mail — and lots of it. I get sent free goods such as
books, CDs and movie passes. As the A&E Editor, part of my job is
to make sure writers get these review materials. I’m also responsible
for scheduling interview times between writers and artists. This job
is a juggling act, but it’s also fun.
Why are you working for the Toban?
For the free bubble wrap. A lot of the free goodies I receive are
mailed in envelopes that are lined with bubble wrap, and I’m addicted
to popping the hell out of those sons o’ guns.
Why should people volunteer for the Manitoban?
You can choose to write for one or all of the different sections
of the paper, so it’s a good way to explore different types of
writing. It’s also a way to meet some people who are interested
in journalism, photography, graphics or publishing in general.
Last thoughts:
Heavy metal music is for everyone. I wish people would embrace their
inner heavy metal child. Everyone would feel so much better if they
had sex listening to some Anthrax or Pantera.
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AARON LEVERE
Life & Culture Editor
What do you do?
I shun those who have neither life nor culture. I take note of minor
details. I attend meetings where I frequently pay attention and participate
vigourously — trusting, at least in the short term, that
this is for the best. I eat politely, but not regularly. I break laws
only when convenient or necessary. I comma, liberally. I bike like the
wind.
Why are you working for the Toban?
I work for the Toban out of a sincere appreciation for Winnipeg
and Winnpeggers in general (yes, even Burton). It provides a means to
engage with people in a way that would seem creepy if I were not a “journalist.”
Working at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
I once had this dream where I worked at the Toban . . . only, in
this dream everyone was sending out these tiny St. Bernards to go get
our news stories from inside a grain elevator that was actually a bead
curtain, so it’s partially a dream come true.
Last thoughts:
I hope my epitaph doesn’t read, “He meant well,”
but for some reason I could appreciate the humour of it if it were to
read, “He was alright.”
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 GALEN
JOHNSON
Design Editor
What do you do?
I lay out the paper. Sometimes I draw pictures to fill in holes.
Why are you working for the Toban?
It’s a very laid-back atmosphere, except maybe early on Tuesday
mornings. I also like the smell of the office.
Why should people volunteer for the Manitoban?
Getting your writing/art published in the Toban is a good first
step to getting your writing/art published somewhere else. You get to
use the photocopier for free. You may even get a free pass to a Ben
Stiller movie or something.
E-mail Galen
 JESSICA
KOROSCIL
Graphics Editor
What do you do?
My job is to do all the drawings/graphics for the paper.
Why are you working for the Toban?
I am working for the Toban because . . . well, because I can. I applied
for the job here and I got it, which is nice because I don’t know
how much more television I could have watched this summer before my
brain fried.
Working at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
Working at the Toban isn’t really a dream come true . . .
it is cold here and they don’t feed me very well. I do have my
very own workstation, though. If this were to be a dream come true,
I would have a personal chef, a chauffeur and an hourly massage (sensual
massage).
Why should people volunteer for the Manitoban?
Someone should volunteer for the Toban because it keeps me on my
toes. If I don’t have anyone else doing the work here, I am sure
the calibre of work will just go straight downhill. So please, if you
want the Toban to look good, do your part and volunteer.
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 KENDRA
BALLINGALL
Copy Editor
What do you do?
As the keeper of tedious written minutiae at the Toban, I seek out dangling
modifiers and split infinitives in all copy that lands on the copydesk.
I space out ellipses and make short dashes long, conforming all copy
to the style of the Canadian Press. Sometimes I get proud or big for
my britches and spot libel, or write a clever headline. As far as I
can tell, my duties both aggravate and relieve the other editors, who
sometimes doubt their comma placement.
Why are you doing this?
One day, language will be liberated from its oppressive syntax;
copy editors will initiate the revolution. In the meantime, effective
communication will have to do.
Working at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
I get to be nerdy and at least semi-employed.
What’s the deal with . . .
the subjunctive?
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 KYLE
LAMOTHE
Features Editor
What do I do?
It’s my job to think up unique story ideas about broad topics/issues/people
and then spend countless hours staring at walls thinking about them.
I also help contributors develop research, interviewing and writing
style skills . . . and fool them into thinking that I, myself, have
the skills.
Why am I working for the Toban?
Getting paid to do what you love is something rare . . . especially
when you are a young, naive, awkward and poor student. The Manitoban
is also a very unique publication that offers opportunities to write
investigative articles from a different perspective on topics the other
guys won’t touch.
Why would someone volunteer for the Features Section?
No lie, features take a lot of time and thought to create, but so do
essays and exams — and they’re no fun. Writing in the features
section is a way to put those all-too-often-repressed creative juices
to work in a productive way that benefits the readers . . . or makes
someone feel good at least.
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 CARSON
JEREMA
Comment Editor
What do you do?
I edit and organize the comment section. That is kind of misleading
though; I really spend most of my days playing Internet poker.
Why are you working for the Toban?
Well, I like to talk a lot and, recently, people have stopped listening
to what I have to say. So I guess immortalizing my words in print was
a logical choice.
What’s the deal with . . .
this silly feature? I mean, how creative can we be when we print
the same thing every year? [Editor’s Note: Insulting the section
editor in his own feature isn’t funny.]
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 DAVID
LIPNOWSKI
Photo Editor
What do you do?
I press the big button on the top of the camera. It is that big button?
Right guys? I work with the section editors to provide and/or acquire
images from various sources, including photo volunteers, to give the
Manitoban those sharp and attractive pictures and covers that you enjoy
so very, very much (we hope).
Why are you working for the Toban?
Having enjoyed volunteering with the Toban last year, I’m back
for more. This job provides interesting new opportunities to meet cool
people and attend interesting events every week. We have such great
volunteers and staff that half the time it doesn’t really feel
like I’m working.
Why should people volunteer for the Manitoban?
If you’re interested in journalism or photography then this is
a great place to get started and learn. Shooting for the Toban is a
great way to showcase your work to thousands of readers. We have some
great volunteers so far and we are always looking for more, so come
on down. Another reason to volunteer with the photo section is to hang
out with me during office hours, see you there.
E-mail David
 TED
BARKER
Production Associate
What do you do?
“Production Associate” in its most direct translation means:
“Guy who draws some pictures, lays out pages here and there and
completes other random graphic-related jobs that people tell him to
do.” But they call me the “Production Associate” because
that other title is too long and “Production Associate”
looks better on a résumé.
Why are you working for the Toban?
I work for the Toban because it beats the hell out of all other
jobs. I get to work with a great, creative team and I get paid to draw
pictures! I also get to give back to the university what I have been
so selfishly taking for years: love and newspapers . . .
Working at the Toban is a dream come true because . . .
my dreams are painfully realistic and literal.
Why would someone volunteer for the Graphics Section?
People should volunteer to do graphics because it’s free exposure
of your artwork to thousands of people. There’s no harm in getting
your work seen. It’s also easy, fun and helps everybody out.
Last thoughts . . .
the world could end any day now. Give someone a hug.
E-mail Ted
 NAVIN
BAHL
Managing Editor
What
do you do?
Simply put, as the advertising co-ordinator, I co-ordinate advertisements.
In short, advertisements generate revenue. To ensure that the students
can have a monthly newspaper in the summer and a weekly newspaper during
the school year, I sell advertising space to local advertisers. I meet
with business contacts to sign contracts. Together with the clients
I discuss design, size, color, position, frequency and quantity of advertisements.
Alongside the Design Editor, I am responsible for confirming placement
of advertisements and ad design. Alongside the Managing Editor, I am
responsible for maintaining records of advertisement sales, contacts
and any marketing and promotional strategies that the Manitoban is involved
in.
What’s the deal with . . .
Black Eyed Peas, Nickelback and Dakota Fanning?
Words to live by . . .
Attraction: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.”
Success: “You reap what you sow.”
Power: “Some people are more equal than others.”
Ethics: “The ends justify the means.”
Kanye West: “George Bush doesn’t care about black people.”
E-mail Navin
Online design by Robert Ballantyne.
Staff illustrations by Jessica Koroscil.
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