POSITIONS OPEN
Reporter
The Marysville Globe and Arlington Times, award-winning weekly newspapers serving the cities of Marysville and Arlington, have an immediate opening for a full-time news reporter. Situated near picturesque mountains, lakes, rivers and the Puget Sound, both communities lie on the north crescent of the fertile Snohomish River Delta in northwestern Snohomish County, Washington. The ideal candidate understands the workings of a community newspaper and must have a journalism degree or equivalent experience, a reliable vehicle and a desire to excel in journalism. You will be required to cover local news and events and write penetrating features on topics as varied as the environment, business and health care. You must be as comfortable writing soft features as you are covering hard news such as trials, accidents and City Council or School Board meetings, as well as keeping the web site updated with stories, photos and videos. The successful candidate must also be an excellent photographer who understands what it takes to get the right photo of a person or an event. Experience shooting and editing video for the web is preferred. Experience with a Mac-based operating system and software programs InDesign and Photoshop is an asset. Flexible schedule but some evenings and occasional weekends required. We offer a great work environment, excellent health benefits, 401K, paid vacations and holidays. Deadline to apply is Friday, July 10th, 2009. Please send your resume, cover letter and a few writing samples to Sound Publishing, Inc., 19426 68th Avenue S., Kent WA 98032, ATTN: HR/ATR; or E-mail to hreast@soundpublishing.com. (placed 7/2/2009)
Reporter
You're an experienced or entry-level reporter who loves writing about issues that affect readers' lives. You have a passion for news and a yen for digging, but you're also good at telling stories in the voices of ordinary people. If that's an accurate description of you, let's talk about your future. The World, a Lee Enterprises Inc. newspaper serving the South Oregon Coast, is seeking an ambitious journalist who can balance daily breaking news with insightful, high-impact enterprise. We want a reporter who can write innovative, people-oriented stories but who also is comfortable analyzing a budget, asking hard questions, and finding the news that matters. You'll need a bachelor's degree, an inquisitive mind, and sharp writing skills. The World is the South Coast's only daily newspaper and has a strong 130-year publishing background. Our readers demand heads-up reporting of breaking news, plus metro-quality enterprise journalism and online innovation. We offer a strong package of pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and more, plus the chance to live on the rugged and scenic Oregon coast. To apply, send your cover letter, resume and clips to City Editor Elise Hamner, c/o The World, PO Box 1840, Coos Bay OR 97420, or news@theworldlink.com, by Friday, July 10, 2009. Tell us why you're the best person for this job. See our Web site at theworldlink.com. Learn about our parent company at lee.net. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. (placed 6/30/2009)
Press operator
The World, a Lee Enterprises newspaper, is seeking to fill a Press Operator position. The World is a six-day daily (12,500 circ/daily, 13,200 circulation Saturday) with the region's most visited news and information Web site: theworldlink.com. The selected candidate will possess a minimum of four years journey level experience on a Goss Community press. Requirements include display of professional conduct and appearance, effective teamwork skills, and the ability to work on multiple tasks under tight deadlines. The selected candidate will be expected to follow the newspaper's professional Code of Ethics and policies set forth in the employee handbook. We offer a competitive starting salary and a benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation and more. Apply on our Website at theworldlink.com/workhere by Friday, July 10, 2009 or send a resume to The World, PO Box 1840, Coos Bay OR 97420. An Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace. (placed 6/29/2009)
Advertising sales manager
Is your best day every day that your sales team adds a new client? Will you thrive in a dynamic business that is re-inventing itself? Want to work in a beautiful valley in an exceptional community? YES? We should talk! If you are looking for a career in an exciting, fast-paced industry, consider joining The Southern Oregon Media Group, a member of the Dow Jones Local Media Group. Located in Medford, Oregon, we are in the Rogue River Valley, which offers an array of year around attractions, outdoor activities, unique festivals, exciting events and spectacular scenery. Just 27 miles north of the Oregon-California border, Medford is surrounded with historic wealth, cultural attractions, and rich agricultural land. We are built on over 100 years of stability and service to readers and advertisers in Medford, Ashland, Jacksonville and most of Southern Oregon. We have an immediate opening for an Advertising Sales Manager. We are looking for a self-motivated, creative individual with a can-do attitude, to develop and manage a winning sales team that will implement marketing strategies for print, internet, and targeted products. You will need to have a proven track record of three years of inside/outside sales achievement, be able to work independently while effectively managing multiple tasks and deadlines. In addition, you will play a key role in sales development, meeting revenue goals, and planning, with a focus on coaching, training, and development of a sales team. Have we just described you? Then please forward your resume and salary expectations to ttergeoglou@mailtribune.com. This is a full-time position with a competitive incentive program and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid training/vacation, 401k and more. Must possess a reliable, insured vehicle, valid Oregon driver’s license and have a good driving record. (placed 6/19/2009)
Copy editor
Join the best news group in Oregon! The Corvallis Gazette-Times, a progressive daily newspaper and online information provider, has an immediate opening for a news copy editor. Besides editing copy, our desk editors design page one and other news pages, and occasionally plan and edit a variety of full-color feature sections. Minimum requirements include an eye for accuracy, a flair for headlines and design, familiarity with QuarkXPress and Photoshop, plus a college degree in journalism or equivalent combination of experience and education. We are an equal opportunity employer, offering a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, generous 401k, employee stock purchase and paid vacation. The position is 30 hours per week. Qualified candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Send cover letter, salary requirements, resume and clips that demonstrate the ability to compile a compelling news report to Human Resources Department, Mid-Valley Newspapers, PO Box 130, Albany OR 97321. Online: www.gazettetimes.com. Mid-Valley Newspapers are EEO employers. (placed 6/3/2009)
Reporters and editors
Country Media is looking for reporters and editors (including sports) at its five Oregon newspapers: the St. Helens Chronicle, Seaside Signal, Cannon Beach Gazette, Tillamook Headlight-Herald and Lincoln City News Guard. All positions require solid reporting, photography and pagination skills. Our full-time employees receive pay for any overtime worked, as well as a benefits package. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to publisher Steve Hungerford at steve@countrymedia.net. (placed 5/8/2009)
Advertising sales
The News-Register in McMinnville OR is seeking a full-time advertising sales representative. Our dream employee would be a team player with a strong work ethic, excellent customer service skills and a good sense of humor who is self-directed and can consistently meet deadlines. Newspaper and/or advertising experience wouldn't hurt, but isn't a must for right candidate. In exchange for your sales talents, we'll pay you a salary and provide you with a benefit package, and you'll get to work with really fun people! Pre-employment drug screening will be conducted. Please email your resume to Christy Nielsen, Advertising Manager, cnielsen@newsregister.com. (placed 5/4/2009)
Editor and publisher
The Wallowa County Chieftain, a 125-year-old weekly newspaper in northeastern Oregon, is seeking an editor and publisher. The Chieftain is a 3,000 circulation newspaper with a community focus and a strong web presence, run by a six-person team. Wallowa county has a growing arts community and the surrounding wild country offers year-round recreational opportunities, including backpacking, camping, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and horseback riding. Learn more at www.wallowa.com. Your journalistic integrity is a must; leadership, sales, budget, Internet and mentoring experiences are a plus. You'll oversee all editorial and business functions, plus work hands-on in the community to develop and maintain advertising clients. Candidates with a BA/BS in journalism or related field, plus at least 5 years of progressive newspaper experience, are preferred. Wallowa County Chieftain is a member of the East Oregonian Publishing Company, a family-owned company with publications based in Oregon, Washington state and online. The publishing company is a 2007 winner of the Grantham Prize for excellence in reporting on the environment. Benefits include health care, vacation and sick leave, 401(k) and profit sharing plans. Send resume and letter of interest to East Oregonian Publishing Co., PO Box 2048, Salem OR 97308-2048; by fax to 503-371-2935; or e-mail hr@eopubco.org. (placed 4/14/2009)
News reporter/Sports editor
News Reporter/Sports Editor sought for the Blue Mountain Eagle, a weekly community newspaper. Excellent entry-level position. This position covers local sports, outdoor recreation, plus some city and general news; must be able to develop story ideas, take photographs, design pages, develop sources, prepare website updates, and work in a cooperative team environment. Journalism education and/or experience required. Full-time position offering health and retirement benefits. The Blue Mountain Eagle (bluemountaineagle.com) is a member of the East Oregonian Publishing Company, a progessive family-owned company which includes The Wallowa County Chieftain, The Daily Astorian, Chinook Observer, The Hermiston Herald, North Coast Citizen, Cannon Beach Citizen, East Oregonian, Seaside-Sun.com and Capital Press. For immediate consideration send resume and letter of interest to East Oregonian Publishing Company, PO Box 2048, Salem OR 97308-2048; by FAX to 503-371-2935; or e-mail hr@eopubco.org. (placed 4/1/2009)
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