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Advertising sales director, newspaper and online
The Mid-Valley Newspaper Group, with daily newspapers in Corvallis and Albany, Oregon, and a weekly paper in Lebanon, Oregon, has an immediate opening for a dynamic, sales-oriented, outgoing individual. Leadership responsibilities include retail, classified and online revenue as well as multi-media, niche products and commercial printing. Our successful candidate will have a stellar track record in identifying and executing innovative sales ideas, effectively managing performance, mentoring and motivating employees, and understanding and meeting customers' needs. The Advertising Sales Director is instrumental in defining strategic direction of the enterprise while actively engaging all members of the sales team in achieving goals. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and a minimum five years of progressive management experience in newspapers or a related industry. Requirements include a history of driving sales results, recruiting and nurturing talent, and maintaining a highly productive and motivated team. Effective written and verbal communication skills, experience with planning and budgeting processes, strong inspection skills, ability to delegate effectively and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment required. A competitive base salary is complimented by a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. We are a drug-free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen prior to commencing employment. Please submit your cover letter, resume and salary requirements online at www.lee.net/careers. EOE (placed 2/8/2010)
Sports reporter The Sandy Post, a weekly newspaper in Sandy, OR, has an opening for a part-time sports reporter who will cover all aspects of high school and community athletics. The reporter will attend community athletic and outdoor events held at various times including after school, evenings and some weekends. The qualified candidate will have a passion for sports, ability to write well-crafted stories, and must have photography skills. Attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and work as a team player are musts. The Sandy Post is part of Community Newspapers Inc., which operates newspapers throughout the Portland-Metro area. To apply, e-mail cover letter, resume and writing samples to Steve Brown at sbrown@theoutlookonline.com and include these words in your subject line: "Sandy part-time sports"; or mail to The Outlook, PO Box 747, Gresham OR 97030, attn. Steve Brown. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. (placed 2/5/2010)
Graphic designer/Advertising production specialist
Country Media has an opening for a full-time graphic designer/advertising production specialist at one or more of its five Oregon newspapers in St. Helens, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Tillamook and Lincoln City. Our full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes group health insurance, paid holidays and sick leave, and an annual job appraisal and compensation review. If you're interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Steve Hungerford at steve@countrymedia.net. (placed 1/29/2010)
Photographer
One of Oregon's best midsized dailies, The News-Review in Roseburg, is in search of a talented photojournalist. Newspaper experience preferred, but top college graduates with internships are encouraged to apply. The job includes shooting breaking news, sports, features and special sections; posting photo galleries to the Web site and shooting video. The right applicant will be motivated, organized and able to juggle multiple assignments. Our paper has been recognized for its clean design that prominently features local photos. We are routinely in the running for the General Excellence Award in our state newspaper contest. We publish five afternoons a week and on Sunday mornings. We are family-owned and offer full benefits and a 401K. Check our Web site: nrtoday.com. This is a beautiful area with lots of outdoor recreation and an emerging wine industry. Send resumes, portfolio and cover letter to Editor Vicki Menard, vmenard@nrtoday.com, 345 N.E. Winchester, Roseburg OR 97470. (placed 1/27/2010)
Reporter
The North Kitsap Herald in Poulsbo WA is seeking a general assignment reporter with writing experience and photography skills. Applicants must be able to work in a team-oriented, deadline driven environment with flexible hours, display excellent writing skills, have a knowledge of community news and be able to compose articles on multiple topics. This is a full time position that includes excellent benefits; medical, dental, 401K, paid vacation and holidays. Please send resume with cover letter, 3 or more non-returnable clips in PDF or Text format and references to hr@soundpublishing.com or mail to: HR/GARCKR Sound Publishing, Inc., 19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106, Poulsbo WA 98370. (placed 1/20/2010)
Editorial assistant
The Daily Journal of Commerce, a five-day-a week, niche business publication in Portland, is looking for an editorial assistant capable of juggling multiple tasks while tap-dancing in three different directions at once. Experience with herding cats (or newsroom staff) a plus. The editorial assistant is the point person for a long list of regular features -- real estate transactions, people announcements, calendar events -- for the DJC's print and online products, so strong organizational skills and an understanding of the importance of customer service are musts. While this is an hourly, non-exempt position, we're also a company that believes in giving people opportunities. So if you're interested in learning how to write news stories or add to the basics in your journalism toolbox, we offer plenty of opportunities for the right person. (Our last editorial assistant, for example, just got promoted to reporter.) If you don't have a background in news, don't despair. We're also always happy to find someone who wants to stick around just because they like the job the way it is. In other words, we're flexible. If you are, too, send a resume and cover letter explaining why you'd be the best news assistant we could ever find to Stephanie.basalyga@djcoregon.com. If you have non-fiction writing samples you'd like us to consider in evaluating you for an interview, feel free to send two or three clips, but please, spare us the poetry and/or fiction. Snail mail applications also are accepted (no snickering, we promise) and can be sent to: Daily Journal of Commerce, attn: Stephanie Basalyga – editor, 921 S.W. Washington St., Suite 210, Portland OR 97205. No phone calls please. This full-time position comes with health insurance and 401K opportunities. (placed 1/19/2010)
Systems coordinator
Full-time, temporary, systems coordinator for East Oregonian newspaper. This is a 7- to 9-month assignment while our employee serves in the military overseas. We use a Mac-based system and need someone skilled in Mac/Apple server, hardware and software. Networking knowledge a plus. Abilities to calmly trouble-shoot problems, educate users and handle multiple issues at once are necessary. Newspaper systems and telephone systems experience is helpful. This position is based in Pendleton, Oregon, with some travel needed to support systems in Hermiston, John Day and Enterprise. Usually 40 hours per week, with some on-call evening and weekend work required. Send resume and letter of interest including wage requirements 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 1/12/2010)
Advertising sales representative
Advertising Sales Representative for Capital Press, a weekly agriculture newspaper. You'll cover the NE Oregon - SE Washington territory. Solid sales skills and a willingness to build business while maintaining existing customers is crucial. This is a field-based position requiring travel. Publishing and/or newspaper experience helpful. Wage plus commission and benefits including 401(k), profit share, company car, health insurance and vacation pay. 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 12/28/2009)
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