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Last updated 1/30/2012.
Job Openings
Publishers/General Manager
Weekly Publisher - Accepting resumes for an
immediate opening for either an up-and-coming editor or
ad mgr., or a publisher who wants to settle in and call
it home. The ideal candidate would have a business/sales
background, solid editorial judgment and proven
leadership skills. Background in ad sales, building ads
and page layout skills are essential. We are PC-based,
using Quark, Photoshop, and PDF workflow. This 2,000
paid circulation, three-person staffed small weekly
operation is 20 miles west of Vicksburg, Miss. If you do
not wish to work hard, forget about it. Compensation
range $35K-$40K, 401(k), health benefits, etc. Send
resume, references, and letter of interest to: Dan W.
Strack, Emmerich Newspapers, at
strack@emmerichnewspapers.com.
1/5
Online/Web Content/IT
Web Content Manager Position -
The Zachary Group of community newspapers is looking for
a part-time paid or intern to fill our web content
position immediately. Duties include but not limited to:
Managing two websites and uploading content daily
A working knowledge of Photoshop and web content
management systems
Must be able to manage all social media including
facebook and twitter.
Must have a clear understanding of website functionality
as well as analytic tools such as omniture and google
analytics. Good organizational skills and great attitude
a must! Benefits for interns! Flexible hours! Will
train!
E-mail resume to:
gary.miller@zacharytoday.com 10/28
IT Manager - The Courier/Daily Comet
is looking for someone to lead our technology
department. The candidate must have excellent
communication skills, ability to multitask, work under
deadlines, and be able to be on call. This job will
require some nights, weekends, and holidays work and/or
call work. Technical skills needed are Windows
server, network admin, SQL database management and
development, Microsoft Office, and server security.
This person will develop and manage our network of
servers and workstations. Applicant will need at
least 5 years IT experience working with Windows based
servers, a computer science degree or equivalent, and a
good working knowledge of SQL databases. This is a full
time position. Benefits include medical, dental,
prescription, vision and life insurance, paid holidays,
paid sick leave, paid vacation, 401K plan with company
match, growth and advancement opportunities and more.
To apply: Go to Houmantoday.com or Dailycomet.com
and scroll down to the bottom and click “Work for Us” or
send us cover letter explaining what you can offer,
salary requirements, and a resume. You can also
mail your resume to Karen Dauzat, Human Resource
Director, The Courier, P. O. Box 2717, Houma, La. 70361
or send via e-mail to
Karen,Dauzat@houmatoday.com.
10/24
Editor
Editor Needed - The Sabine Index in Many, LA
“The Gateway to Toledo Bend” is looking for an
editor of our weekly 5,000 circulation newspaper. Must
be hands on, community news and features driven. Will be
responsible for news staff, stringers, photography and
layout of pages. Great opportunity for someone with a
strong news background. Send resumes to Steve
Colwell, P.O. Box 448, Natchitoches, LA 71457. 11/15
Online Editor - The Killeen Daily Herald,
located in the heart of Central Texas near the largest
military installation in the world (Fort Hood), is
looking for an online editor to join the newsroom staff
and help guide editorial content on the newspaper’s
websites, kdhnews.com and kdhpressbox.com. The online
editor will be responsible for updating homepages with
breaking news, including linking photo, video and
graphics, and occasionally creating original content.
Candidates need strong news judgment, experience with a
content management system (Ellington and Joomla highly
desirable) and some copy editing skills. The ideal
candidate is a self-starter with previous journalism
experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and
has the ability to multi-task projects, work
independently, collaborate with other staffers and is
familiar with Photoshop, HTML and multimedia producing.
Please send a cover letter, resume with links and
samples to:
Attn: Personnel Office, Killeen Daily Herald, P.O. Box
1300, Killeen TX 76540 Or fax: 254-634-8204 or via
e-mail:
sdonna@kdhnews.com.
11/11
General Assignment Reporter
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The
Magee Courier/Simpson County News
is seeking the right candidate to join our staff as a
general assignment reporter. Experience is not required
however candidate should have school training in
journalism. Candidate must have excellent writing skills
and computer knowledge. This position will include
covering city and county government, sports, law
enforcement as well as other news assignments.
Compensation $20,000 to $22,000
based on experience. We offer paid vacation, holidays,
insurance benefits and 401K. For more information please
send resume to
mcourier@bellsouth.net.
EOE M/F
1/30
REPORTER — The Daily
Star, a 9,000 circulation daily in Hammond, La.,
has an immediate opening for a productive reporter to
cover exciting community news in a growing university
town. Strong interviewing and strong note-taking skills,
a love for storytelling, ability to write on deadline,
good grammar and photography skills are essential. We
offer a good salary and benefits package, health
insurance, paid holidays and vacation, other benefits.
Please send resume, cover letter and three clips to
Editor Lillian K. Mirando at
editor@hammondstar.com or call
(985) 254-7820. 1/26
Reporter - Do you have
experience reporting, but looking for the right fit in a
newsroom? The Daily Iberian is seeking
such a reporter who can work well on his or her own or
with a team. We have an opening in January we will fill
with a reporter who is versatile and isn't afraid to
take creative risks. We are seeking someone who can
produce compelling, well-written stories about the
people in our community, as well as a reporter
courageous enough to be the public's watchdog. Good
planning skills are necessary to look at what needs to
be written for the next day¹s paper and balance the
long-term, well-researched enterprise stories. We value
diversity for this full-time position. We desire an
experienced reporter with a bachelor¹s degree in
journalism or related field. E-mail cover letter,
resume, references and clips to Managing Editor Jeff
Zeringue at
iberianedit@glacoxmail.com.
Or send them to The Daily Iberian, P.O. Box 9290, New
Iberia, LA 70562. 12/7
Sports Writer/Photographer - LIKE SPORTS? WANT TO
MAKE A LIVING WRITING ABOUT THEM? The Gonzales Weekly
Citizen is looking to hire a sports writer/photographer.
Responsibilities include: Attending and writing about
local sporting events; Saints game coverage; LSU game
coverage Photographing all covered events. All
interested parties are asked to email a resume, writing
sample, and photographic sample to Charlotte Guedry at
editor@weeklycitizen.com. 10/30
Advertising/Marketing
Advertising Sales - The Gonzales Weekly
Citizen/Marketeer/Nickel Ads/Ascension Gumbo has
an opening in our advertising sales department, sharing
the many benefits of newspaper, online and niche product
advertising with new accounts and current clients.
This
is a fast-paced, challenging position that requires a
self-starter, someone ready to hit the ground running,
with no limits on success. Our sales staff is equipped
with the latest, most up-to-date research and is
fortunate to sell the leading media in SE Louisiana,
whether that be print or online. Applicants must be
forward thinking and able to apply the many benefits of
The Gonzales Weekly Citizen advertising to a variety of
businesses. What's in it for you? In addition to a
competitive compensation package and great benefits, we
have paid vacation and holidays, 401(k), and a great
group of people to work with. Interested candidates
should e-mail their resume to our Regional Sales Manager
at
cbarrett@gatehousemedia.com
or mail a hardcopy to Crystal Barrett, Regional Sales
Manager, The Gonzales Weekly Citizen, P.O Box 430,
Gonzales, LA 70707. Equal Opportunity
Employer/Drug Free Workplace. 12/12
Advertising Sales - The Plaquemine Post
South/Westbank Shopper has an opening in our
advertising sales department, sharing the many benefits
of newspaper, online and niche product advertising with
new accounts and current clients. This is a fast-paced,
challenging position that requires an organized
self-starter, someone ready to hit the ground running,
with no limits on success. Our sales staff is equipped
with the latest, most up-to-date research and is
fortunate to sell the leading media in SE Louisiana,
whether that be print or online. Applicants must be
forward thinking and able to apply the many benefits of
The Plaquemine Post South/Westbank Shopper advertising
to a variety of businesses. What's in it for you? In
addition to a competitive compensation package and great
benefits, we have paid vacation and holidays, 401(k), an
ever expanding area and a great group of people to work
with. Interested candidates should e-mail their
resume to our Regional Advertising Director or mail a
hardcopy to Crystal Barrett, Regional Advertising
Director P.O. Box 430 Gonzales, LA 70737.
Plaquemine Post South was named 2010 Newspaper of the
Year. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
12/5
Sales Representative - We’re looking for the
right person, to come join a fast paced, creative
advertising staff at the Fort Bend Herald! You
could be that person! We need an energetic sales
representative that is a leader and is self motivated.
Potential annually could be $35,000 to $40,000 – it’s up
to you! You will be calling on established
accounts in the Rosenberg, Richmond and Sugar Land
areas surrounding Rosenberg. Not afraid of cold calls?
You must have a background in building good, solid
relationships with businesses. We offer a salary
plus commission, mileage is paid, and we offer an
excellent benefits package. You must have your own
transportation, valid driver’s license, and up - to-date
auto insurance. Sales experience is definitely a plus!
Retail sales people can make the jump! No phone
calls, please. Email your resume to: Dennis Garrison,
Advertising Manager at the Fort Bend Herald. Please mail
your resume to
Dennis Garrison, Advertising
Director, Fort Bend Herald, P.O. Box 1088, Rosenberg,
TX, 77471 or email a Microsoft Word document or a
pdf to
:dgarrison@fbherald.com.
11/11
Member Services
Representative/Inside & Outside Sales - A national
leader in multi-industry media and networking services
that helps grow businesses and connect people. The
organization is comprised of three divisions: marketing,
recruiting and investment banking. For 30 years, the
company has published the premier magazine for the oil
and gas refining, petrochemical, power, pulp and paper
and construction industries.
JOB TITLE: Member Services
Representative/Inside & Outside Sales
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Vice President of Sales in
Houston, TX
POSITION LOCATION: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
COMPENSATION: $25k to $40k base depending on experience
+ commission + benefits
JOB SUMMARY: This position
supports company clients by ensuring that they are
optimizing their use of the value added services.
Supports sales executives with administrative tasks
allowing them to focus on maximizing sales. Prospects
for new business opportunities and sets appointments.
Actively creates relationships and revenue streams
through account development and focusing on engaging the
customer with company services to increase perceived
value. Increases revenue by negotiating contract
renewals and developing cross-sale opportunities.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Contributes to the development and retention of strong
client relationships by becoming a trusted point of
contact for the client
• Supports sales executives by monitoring upcoming
renewals and setting renewal appointments with existing
clients
• Conducts member service follow-up calls and meetings
for new and existing clients
• Efficiently manages sales-related activities including
sending media kits, creating and updating vcards,
preparing proposals, tradeshow preparation, managing
travel arrangements, updating client files and services
matrix, distributes magazine to client offices and
magazine racks
• Answers and responds to all client requests and
questions to ensure complete knowledge and utilization
of value added activities to client
• Generates new business by developing and executing
tailored prospecting plans and identifying key decision
makers to set meetings
• Proactively provides support and shares knowledge,
tips and tactics with colleagues with a sales focus on
both personal and team targets
• Represents company at client meetings and functions
(record notes, take photos)
• Locates recruiting opportunities and locate candidates
for available positions.
• Assists with Investment Banking tasks as needed
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Strong Written and Verbal
Communication, Knowledge of Microsoft Office software,
Detail Oriented, Deadline minded, Solid Organizational
skills, Problem Solver, Personable professional phone
etiquette, Customer service centric, Strong
administrative skills to include follow up. BA degree a
real plus but not required. EXPERIENCE: 0-2 yrs business
experience. Sales and marketing experience in similar
industry a real plus. Will consider entry level
candidates with Business/Marketing degree.
Candidates can apply online to
Position No. 201194 at
www.bicjobs.com.
Any questions can be addressed to Raul Hernandez - (281)
538-9996 or
rhernandez@bicalliance.com.
11/8
Circulation
No openings
currently available.
Design/Creative/Web Design
No openings
currently available.
Photography
Photographer - Mississippi River bluffs, balloon
races and antebellum houses — the setting is picturesque
already; it only needs your photographic eye to get the
perfect shot. Natchez Newspapers Inc., a media group in
historic southwest Mississippi that publishes a daily
newspaper, magazines and niche publications, is looking
for a photographer to join our award-winning staff. The
company’s largest publication is The Natchez
Democrat, a 10,000-circulation a.m. daily with a
long history of being one of the best community daily
newspapers in Mississippi. Our visual report is a key
part of that history. The Democrat’s coverage
area spans approximately four Mississippi counties and
Concordia Parish in Louisiana. Photographers’ work
includes coverage of everything from spot news and
features to prep and college sports. Former
photographers have successfully moved up to much larger
newspaper positions after working and learning with us
for a few years. Qualified candidates will have
experience with digital photography and Adobe Photoshop
but most of all will have enthusiasm, curiosity and a
strong work ethic. The Democrat offers
competitive salaries, excellent benefits and the
opportunity to work with a dynamic group of community
newspapers throughout the United States. Send resume,
portfolio and professional references to Managing Editor
Julie Cooper, at 503 North Canal St., Natchez, MS 39120,
or by e-mail to
julie.cooper@natchezdemocrat.com.
1/10
Production/Press
Press Person -
Purpose/Reason for the Position: Responsible for
running, maintaining and cleaning the press, plate and
reel room equipment. Functions: Print daily newspaper
maintaining high quality and meeting all deadlines.
Inspect papers visually during run to correct ink
distribution and color registration. Retrieve paper with
forklift and install in reel room on RTP’s at proper
location in sufficient number. Clean plate cylinders,
blankets and install plates on cylinders. Perform work
in all ongoing maintenance programs. Install and adjust
blankets and rollers as needed. Keep equipment and work
area clean. Requirements: High school degree or
equivalent. 4 years of more experience operating a DGM
440 Computer controlled, 44 page with 28 pages of color,
single wide press. Ability to maintain press and
understand the mechanics of the press and fix problems
as they happen. Ability to work flexible schedule.
Ability to be on call. Ability to communicate and
cooperate with other employees. Operate forklift (with
and without roll clamp). Physical Requirements: Ability
to stand for long periods of time. Ability to move from
place to place within the building (up stairs, ladders,
crawl ways). Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, 1900 lb.
rolls of newsprint. Ability to frequently climb, stoop,
kneel and reach. Some work done in close or confided
spaces. Ability to push/pull 900 - 1,900 lb. rolls of
paper. Benefits - We offer great benefits such as:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, paid vacation, sick
days, holidays, 401K with company match. To apply for
this position please go to our websites; houmatoday.com
or dailycomet.com and scroll down to Work For Us.
Also, you can send your resume to The Courier, attention
Karen Dauzat, Human Resources Director; P.O. Box 2717,
Houma LA 70361 or email to
Karen.dauzat@houmatoday.com.
The Courier and Daily Comet
are drug free workplaces. We are and Equal
Opportunity Employer with great benefits.
11/2
Administrative/Business
No openings currently
available .
POSITIONS SOUGHT
Publisher/General Manager
Proven results are
what you get from this Editor/Publisher with more than a
quarter-century in news management. Whether it’s a small
property which requires daily hands-on guidance or a
larger newspaper with multiple management layers, your
first and best choice is R. Michael Johnson. Visit
www.RMJohnsonNet.com for all the details. 10/24
Editing/Reporting/Writing
Veteran reporter seeks position as a staff writer with a daily,
bi-weekly, or weekly publication in sports, features, or general news. I
am also interested in seeking a position as a writer for a magazine or
specialty publication in sports, features, and arts and entertainment. I
also would be interested in a position in public relations or sports
information. In the 19-plus years I have devoted to work with daily,
bi-weekly and weekly newspapers, I have covered many beats from crime
and local government to education, sports and features. During my
career, I have received numerous awards from the Mississippi Press
Association, including best sports feature writing four consecutive
years. For more information, please contact Allen Baswell at
choctawwriter@hotmail.com. 8/1
Advertising/Marketing
No resumes
currently on file.
Graphic Design
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currently on file.
Graphic Design
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currently on file.
Production
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currently on file.
Photography
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Cartoonist
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