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Circulation director
The Nevada Appeal is seeking a highly motivated, results oriented Circulation Director with experience in leading home delivery sales and single copy distribution programs for multiple products and a combined circulation in the mid 20,000s. Candidate must possess absolute commitment to customer service and the ability to work hands-on in a team environment. Must be well organized, detail oriented and dependable. This position will be responsible for creating marketing strategies for distribution of home delivery programs and other media products that result in paid circulation sales growth and market leadership. You will ultimately oversee the contracting, training and supervision of our adult carrier force. This position is stationed out of our centralized Carson City, Nevada facility and will service our Carson Valley communities. We are looking for a person with a "can do" positive attitude to join our team. The Nevada Appeal is part of Swift Communications, a family-owned, progressive company with excellent benefits and a desire to see employees excel in their careers. To be considered for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to hr@sierranevadamedia.com, attention Jenny Treece, Director of Human Resources. EOE (placed 3/12/2010)
Director student media
The Student Media department of the Memorial Union, at Oregon State University-Corvallis, is currently recruiting a full time (1.0 FTE), twelve-month, fixed term, Director position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. A generous benefits package is included. The director will facilitate an organizational atmosphere that is ethical, collaborative, developmental, and innovative. The director will help staff to design and develop new facilities, use entrepreneurial strategies to obtain resources for a state-of-the-art media program, while supporting the growth and development of students in these programs to accomplish organizational, professional and personal goals through their involvement in OSU Student Media. This position is the senior administrator in Student Media and will usher in a new era for Student Media at Oregon State University. The director will be responsible for overall institutional and professional practice, providing media ethics guidance and ensuring professional standards and practices within a student media operated auxiliary enterprise. The position provides leadership directly and indirectly to a workforce of eight full-time employees and over 300 students, advances OSU's reputation for excellence in media in all forms, and develops the Student Media program guided by intercultural understanding and commitment to upholding and implementing the values of the Student Affairs Division and Memorial Union Organization. The director will be a collaborative leader, leading diverse groups of stakeholders to articulate a vision of a dynamic and flexible platform for student media programs. The implementation of those programs will position student media staff as a major force in informing and connecting all sectors of the OSU community while collaborating with academic media programs to prepare students for careers. Under the leadership of the director, the department provides outreach to organizations, schools and businesses in order to create and maintain relationships that foster educational and employment opportunities for OSU students and supports the recruitment of students likely to succeed at OSU. Requires a Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, new media, broadcast communications, college student services, or related field AND successful and progressively responsible experience in publishing and/or broadcast journalism and/or digital media at a supervisory or instructional level; demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity; demonstrated knowledge and experience in digital media. Preferred qualifications include: Prior experience in multiple media formats (publishing, broadcast, web, digital, etc.) at a supervisory or instructional level; Master's degree; prior experience in a higher education setting with print, broadcast journalism, or digital media duties. Please refer to posting for additional preferred qualifications. You will be required to electronically submit a letter of application (please describe your experience, qualifications, and interest, and include a statement describing your knowledge and experience with digital media), vita, and names/phone numbers of three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You may review the posting and apply at oregonstate.edu/jobs, Posting #0005380. Closing Date: March 31, 2010. Oregon State University is an AA/EOE, and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs. (placed 3/11/2010)
Kiosk and door crew leaders
The East Oregonian and Hermiston Herald are seeking experienced solicitors to sell subscriptions through Kiosking and Door to Door Crewing. The East Oregonian is a 6-day-a-week newspaper and the Hermiston Herald is published two days a week. Our delivery area is in Eastern Oregon. Our main focus is in Umatila County. We are a small community newspaper company seeking to grow within the communities we serve. This is a great opportunity for the right person. Send resume and letter of interest to kknobbe@eastoregonian.com. (placed 3/8/2010)
Advertising director
Are you ready for the journey of a lifetime? We can offer you an opportunity that will enhance your career as well as your sense of adventure. The Juneau Empire, the daily newspaper in Alaska's capital city, is looking for an energetic, ambitious, experienced sales executive to lead its advertising team in the fast-paced world of newspaper publishing in Southeast Alaska. Job responsibilities are diverse and will give the right individual the chance to lead a team of professionals as well as be a strategic leader within the organization. Juneau, Alaska, with a population of approximately 32,000, is situated along a fjord in the temperate rain forest of Southeast Alaska. It is considered paradise by hunters, fishermen, photographers and those who love a wide range of year-round outdoor activities. This capital city also boasts a vibrant arts and cultural scene, is home to the University of Alaska Southeast, and plays host to almost 1 million cruise ship tourists May-September. With all of that, the quality of life and living here is a reward unto itself. The Juneau Empire is part of the Morris Communications Company family of newspapers. Our newspaper and its parent company believe firmly in the personal and professional growth and development of its employees. The Juneau Empire offers an outstanding benefits package. We foster an open, collaborative, constructive work environment. Interested individuals should submit their resume to jobs@morris.com. (placed 3/1/2010)
City editor
The Greeley Tribune is looking for a city editor to lead our award-winning reporting staff in northern Colorado. We're looking for a person who has experience managing reporters and somebody with the organization, communication, planning, training and supervisory skills necessary to guide reporters through the process of pursuing stories for both online and print. We need somebody who can collaborate with reporters, photographers, page designers and other editors to ensure a quality news lineup seven days of the week. You get to work in one of the best news towns in the Rocky Mountain region and work with an experienced staff of reporters, photographers and page designers who consistently win awards for the quality of their work. This fast-paced role is the No. 2 job in the newsroom and the right person is committed to giving timely feedback and coaching reporters to improve their work. And the right person is committed to a Web first philosophy. If you are interested, please contact Tribune Editor Randy Bangert at rbangert@greeleytribune.com, or 970-392-4435. (placed 2/26/2010)
Managing editor
The Daily Record, a 6-day daily in Ellensburg, Wash., with a circulation of 6,000 Monday-Saturday, is seeking a managing editor to direct its print and online content. The paper seeks a deadline-oriented all-purpose editor with competency and experience in all areas including staff supervision, reporting, editing, page design, photography and online news presentation. There is a staff of 7 in the editorial department, four reporters, an assistant editor, one page designer and one photographer. The Daily Record is an innovative newspaper focused on outstanding community journalism. The paper offers an outstanding benefits package that includes vacation, quality health insurance and a 401K plan. The ideal candidate will have at least five years experience in journalism with two years of experience as an assigning and supervising editor. The right candidate will have a passion for both traditional print and emerging digital journalism. They will also have experience in coaching new reporters to success. The Daily Record has served Kittitas County for more than 100 years and is headquartered in a vibrant, growing college community located 110 miles east of Seattle. Kittitas County gets over 300 days of sunshine every year, and the area offers cultural amenities as well as year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. The Daily Record is part of family-owned Pioneer Newspapers, Inc., which includes eight dailies and a number of weeklies throughout the beautiful Northwest. To apply: Send a resume, cover letter and at least three writing samples, at least two page design samples and a short paragraph explaining your thoughts on the future of the newspaper industry to Matt Davison, Publisher, Daily Record, 401 N. Main Street, Ellensburg WA 98926, or e-mail mdavison@kvnews.com (electronic submissions are preferred). The Daily Record is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (placed 2/24/2010)
Reporter
California's most scenic -- and affordable -- coastline nestled in the shadows of the redwood forests. An award-winning daily newspaper tracking a vast array of marine and environmental issues. Mentoring by an editor with 30 years' experience at papers big and small who has settled in this remote patch of paradise. The Daily Triplicate in Crescent City is looking for a reporter to join its small but vibrant news team. We publish five days a week, serving 6,000-plus readers, but we think big. One reporter's work was recently sent to the Pulitzer Committee. Another left us for the Seattle Times. The pay is what you'd expect for a paper our size, but in economical Del Norte County some of our staffers enjoy ocean-view residences. Our beats are fluctuating, and there's plenty of great stories to go around. This is an exceptional opportunity for a developing reporter who already has some clips to show or an experienced reporter looking to continue to ply the waters of journalism in a small-town setting. Send or e-mail a cover letter, resume and clips to Richard Wiens, editor, The Daily Triplicate, at rwiens@triplicate.com, or PO Box 277, Crescent City CA 95531. And check out the area at exploredelnorte.com. (placed 2/23/2010)
Business manager
Our business office needs a strong, skilled leader to oversee a small staff having vital responsibilities at our Pendleton, Ore. office. You'll need to have the ability to follow through on accounting details while managing the big picture and working as part of a management team. This position is also the local HR contact and works closely with an off-site corporate accounting division. The ideal candidate will have experience in AR, AP, PR, budgeting, excellent communication skills and progressive management experience. Newspaper or media knowledge helpful. Wage plus benefits, including 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, paid leave and insurances. Send resume and letter of interest, including salary expectations, 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 2/16/2010)
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)
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)
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)
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