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Publishers/General Manager

Publisher - Accepting publisher resumes for small, southern daily newspaper in Greenville, Miss., with printing facility. Energetic and ambitious publisher well-versed in all aspects of a newspaper operation, able to execute and manage departments throughout the building, drive revenue and profit, and produce quality products - this is not a “desk job.” Skills in business, advertising, editorial, leadership, research, problem solving, strategic planning, negotiation, customer service, management and teamwork are given requirements. Publisher is also expected to be an active and integral member of the community. Emmerich Newspapers offers a competitive compensation, 401(k), health benefits, and is an excellent privately-owned newspaper group situated mostly in Mississippi. Send letter of interest, resume, and references to Dan W. Strack, COO, Emmerich Newspapers, at strack@emmerichnewspapers.com. 3/6

 

Online/Web Content/IT

Online-digital Content Producer - Produce online and digital content for The Courier and Daily Comet, sister newspapers covering a colorful Cajun community in Houma and Thibodaux, La. You’ll work on various platforms, including websites, smart phones, e-readers and other new and evolving online and digital technologies. Tasks include posting stories and photographs, shooting and editing videos, engaging in social media, producing interactive graphics and designing web pages. You’ll learn new skills as new technologies come online and evolve. Become an active part of a fun and aggressive newsroom an hour west of New Orleans. The Courier, circulation 14,000, has earned Newspaper of the Year honors from the Louisiana Press Association for most of the past decade. The Daily Comet, at 9,000 circulation, has also been recognized for its quality journalism. We’re looking for someone with skills in website content-management systems, HTML coding, JavaScript, Photoshop, Flash and CSS, video shooting and editing and basic computer use. Valid driver’s license required. Four-year college degree preferred. Send samples of your online work to Karen Dauzat, 3030 Barrow St., Houma, La. 70360 or e-mail to karen.dauzat@houmatoday.com or on our webiste at houmatoday.com or dailycomet.com click on Jobs scroll down to Work For Us. 2/13

 

Editor

 

Managing Editor - The Delta Democrat Times, a Pulitzer Prize-winning, 8,000-circulation, Six-day daily in Greenville, Miss., is looking for a managing editor to lead its newsroom. The position requires the full spectrum of skills, from page layout to editorial writing and news coverage to special section production. This position is a working position as it requires the candidate to be hands on in the leading of its seven-person staff. Our focus is local news in this Mississippi Delta town and the Delta is an exciting place to lead a news staff.  This is no desk-only job. Position includes vacation, 401k, health insurance and your standard package of holidays. Pay is 38-43k based on experience. We are an Emmerich Newspapers property; a Mississippi-owned-and-operated, three-generation family company with a track record of success. If this sounds like an opportunity you have been looking for, email your cover letter, resume, references and three local editorials you have written to Publisher Jon Alverson at jalverson@ddtonline.com. 4/10

 

Editor - The Delta Democrat Times seeks an experienced Accent Editor/designer with awesome layout, reporting and writing skills. The Accent editor is responsible for layout out on a daily basis. The position will require weekly editing and layout of the Sunday Accent section as well as the news section on a rotating basis. The DDT, published Monday through Friday afternoons and Sunday morning, also produces special editions and a quarterly magazine, Delta Focus. The accent editor will contribute to each of our publications. The Accent editor is required to work at least two weekends per month. The DDT has a long and rich history covering Greenville and Washington County. It is part of the Emmerich Newspapers, a family-owned operation with more than 20 papers mostly throughout Mississippi. We offer a comprehensive employment package that includes Medical, Dental, a 401-K with company match, and two weeks paid vacation. Salary range is around $30,000 depending on experience. Working knowledge of Quark required. 3/25

 

Weekly Editor - The Killeen Daily Herald, a 2011 APME Newspaper of the Year, is seeking a versatile, aggressive journalist for the Herald’s group of weekly publications. The successful candidate will be able to plan news coverage on a variety of community subjects, write clear, concise stories and also contribute to the daily newspaper coverage. We need someone who is community –minded and understands community journalism. Candidates must have the ability to work with digital tools for a growing web presence. Job requirements include a bachelor’s degree in journalism and two years of daily or weekly experience. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and writing samples to  personnel@kdhnelouiws.com. 3/19

 

Managing Editor - The Madisonville Meteor is seeking a managing editor who can be a leader in both the newsroom and in the community. The Meteor is an award-winning weekly newspaper in Madison County, 26 miles northeast of Bryan/College Station and 97 miles north of Houston, with a small staff of four. We cover it all ? county and city government, schools, sports, cops and courts, civic events and community happenings. If you've got a passion for producing community journalism at its finest, we want to talk to you. The requirements for this position are simple. We want someone with strong news judgment and an ability to work with employees of various degrees of experience. We want someone who can turn a dull press release into a journalistic gem; someone who is well versed in AP style; someone comfortable with interviewing everyone from the governor to the kindergarten class president; and someone handy with a camera or not afraid to learn. Having some experience with sports reporting is especially helpful! The person we hire will also be responsible for working with the publisher in planning special sections, and developing ideas into stories. The successful applicant will directly be responsible for the editorial product, from planning to production, as well as managing our full time reporter and sports stringer. If you're interested in this position, please respond to this ad before someone else does. The company offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for advancement. You are eligible for health benefits, as well as vacation and sick/personal leave, after a probationary period. We are part of Granite Publications, a group that prefers to recruit from within and that means your job with us could be the first step toward the future you've always wanted. Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to publisher@madisonvillemeteor.com. Please feel free to visit www.madisonvillemeteor.com or visit our Facebook fan page to read up on what's been happening in your new hometown. 2/14


News/Features Editor
- Are you a reporter who feels like you’re spinning your wheels doing the same thing every day, but aren’t getting anywhere? We can help change that. The Natchez Democrat, a 10,000-circulation daily in historic Southwest Mississippi, needs a section editor to help manage our award-winning coverage. Initial duties will include writing, editing, working with reporters and page building. Our section editor positions are typically manager-training positions from which previous editors have launched into careers as managing editors, editors and publishers. Ideal candidates will have reporting or editing experience, knowledge of InDesign and, most important, a desire to learn and grow while making a difference with their work. For more information contact Publisher Kevin Cooper at kevin.cooper@natchezdemocrat.com or 601-445-3539. 2/14

 

Reporter/Writer

Writer - Writer needed for industrial publication. The Business & Industry Connection (BIC) covers markets including oil and gas, refining, chemical, pulp and paper, and power. An experienced writer with excellent editing and proofreading skills is needed immediately in our Baton Rouge office. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, disciplined and able to work under strict deadlines. Related degree and experience working for deadline-oriented publications preferred. Experience in marketing, public relations and/or advertising a plus. Some travel required. Please send cover letter, résumé and writing samples to news@bicalliance.com or fax to (225) 751-9993. 5/9

 
Reporter - We are still trying to find the right fit for an enterprising general assignment reporter at The Daily Iberian, someone versatile enough to handle the government meeting and know how to get to the point right away and experienced enough to take calculated, creative risks. We're looking for someone tenacious enough to be the public's watchdog, with enough finesse to include ordinary people on the pages of their community newspaper. Good planning skills are necessary to balance next-day, intermediate and long-term, well-researched enterprise stories. Email cover letter, resume, clips and references to Managing Editor Jeff Zeringue at iberianedit@glacoxmail.com. 4/11

 

Education Reporter - Seeking staff writer to cover schools in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes. We're looking for someone with enterprise and talent to write both breaking news and in-depth stories. Qualified job applicants will have a strong hard-news background and the ability to dig for hard-hitting stories, root out corruption and other problems and write about solutions. You must possess the ability to think critically and take on the tough stories while maintaining professionalism. A sense of humor is a must, as is the ability to learn how to spell names like Boudreaux and Thibodaux. For this beat, we're looking for someone eager to be part of the national debate on education reform and school accountability. The ideal candidate will also possess the willingness to detail how those efforts could affect local communities and the people who live here. Feature writers need not apply. Tasks will also include shooting and editing videos and posting elements, such as breaking news, to our websites.The Courier Newspaper, a 13,000 circulation paper published seven days per week, is consistently recognized for its quality journalism. It has earned Newspaper of the Year honors from the Louisiana Press Association for most of the past decade. Candidates must have a four-year college degree. Previous experience at a daily newspaper preferred. The Courier, a part of the Halfiax Media Group, offers excellent benefits and is situated in a vibrant, unique community with Cajun roots about an hour southwest of New Orleans. You'll work flexible hours dictated often by news events and our need to respond quickly and effectively. You can apply online at houmatoday.com or dailycomet.com website and scroll down to "Work For Us." You can also send resumes and at least five samples of your writing, preferably on the topic of education to Karen Dauzat, Human Resource Director, PO BOX 2717, Houma, LA 70361. You can also e-mail your information to karen.dauzat@houmatoday.com. We offer great benefits such as: medical, dental vision, life insurance, 40lK plan, paid sick days, paid vacation, and paid holidays. 3/5


Cops Reporter/Staff Writer
- Seeking staff writer to cover cops, fire, courts and related topics in Terrebonne Parish, La. We're looking for someone with enterprise and talent to write both breaking news and in-depth stories. Qualified job applicants will have a strong hard-news background and the ability to dig for hard-hitting stories, root out corruption and other problems and write about solutions. You must possess the ability to think critically and take on the tough stories while maintaining professionalism and compassion. A sense of humor is a must, as is the ability to learn how to spell names like Boudreaux and Thibodaux. For this beat, we're looking for someone able to craft stories, not just on the mechanics of public safety and legal justice, but on the people and communities affected. Feature writers need not apply. Tasks will also include shooting and editing videos and posting elements, such as breaking news, to our websites. The Courier Newspaper, a 13,000 circulation paper published seven days per week, is consistently recognized for its quality journalism. It has earned Newspaper of the Year honors from the Louisiana Press Association for most of the past decade. Candidates must have a four-year college degree. Previous experience at a daily newspaper preferred. The Courier, a part of the Halfiax Media Group, offers excellent benefits and is situated in a vibrant, unique community with Cajun roots about an hour southwest of New Orleans. You'll work flexible hours dictated often by news events and our need to respond quickly and effectively. You can apply online at houmatoday.com or dailycomet.com website and scroll down to "Work For Us." You can also send resumes and at least five samples of your writing, preferably on the topic of a cop/fire/court reporter to Karen Dauzat, Human Resource Director, PO BOX 2717, Houma, LA 70361. You can also e-mail your information to karen.dauzat@houmatoday.com.
2/21


Sports Reporter/Outdoors Editor
- Natchez Newspapers Inc., a media group in historic southwest Mississippi that publishes a daily newspaper, magazines and niche publications, is recruiting its next sports reporter. The Natchez Democrat is a 10,000-circulation newspaper surrounded by seven high schools and one university. Ideal recruits will have sports experience at a college newspaper, a weekly or daily, InDesign experience and an eye for the story behind the game. Although much of our coverage is of preps and Alcorn State University, we branch out to LSU, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Southern Miss and the New Orleans Saints when pertinent. Job duties include writing, page design and heading up our weekly outdoors page. Requirements include a desire to learn and grow while making a difference with your work while you hone your knowledge and skills. Our location on the Mississippi River makes us a mecca for hunting, fishing and even a little kayaking. Send clips and a resume to Publisher Kevin Cooper at
kevin.cooper@natchezdemocrat.com or call 601-445-3539. 2/14

 

Reporter - The Starkville Daily News is seeking an energetic and passionate reporter to cover community news, breaking news and various other topics. The Daily News is a seven day publication, reaching more than 8,000 residents with our daily edition. The ideal candidate will work directly with editor and other reporters in a team environment. While some story ideas will be provided, reporters are expected to generate copious amounts of copy on strict deadline and, at some points, under little supervision. We will consider both experienced and entry-level candidates, as long as you are committed to generating news copy and getting the facts. During the week, reporters are required to attend municipal meetings, school board meetings, planning/zoning board meetings and other meetings during the evening hours. Each reporter is assigned to a particular beat and should be familiar with all happenings in their assigned communities and the Golden Triangle Area. Reporters are required to take photographs of events being covered along with other center piece photos to be used in the daily edition. Candidates with their own camera equipment is a plus, but not required. This is not a 9-5 job as breaking news can happen at any moment and anywhere. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communication, English or other related field. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Must possess excellent writing and communication skills, strong knowledge of grammar, spelling and AP Style. Candidates must have reliable transportation and a cell phone. Knowledge of Indesign, Photoshop and Internet programs a must. To be considered for this position, candidates must follow the following instructions: Send resume, writing/photo samples and cover letter to the Editor . Explain in your cover letter why you want the reporter position and what makes you the ideal candidate for the position. Contact: Zack Plair, Editor, Starkville Daily News, P.O. Box 1068, Starkville, Ms. 39760, email:editor@starkvilledailynews.com. 2/13
 

Education Reporter --- The Daily Star in Hammond, La., has an immediate opening for a versatile journalist who can report, interview, write, paginate and take photos. Online reporting skills will be helpful. Applicants should send resume to Executive Editor Lillian K. Mirando at editor@hammondstar.com. 2/13

 

Advertising/Marketing

 

Advertising Sales - MS based company working with Louisiana Newspapers selling NEW revenue producing pages. Should live in the state of Louisiana. $45-55K potential first year, phone skills and  some travel within the state required, should be able to work independently with minimal supervision.  Fax resume to 1-888-773-7704 or email to salesperson55@gmail.com. 1/24

 

Multi-Media Sales Executive - The Gonzales Weekly Citizen is seeking a Multi-Media Sales Executive to join our advertising team/department. The ideal candidate will develop new business, conduct needs assessments, create proposals and close sales. Excellent customer service and relationship building skills are essential. We’re looking for account executives with a proven track record of sales results and satisfying advertisers’ needs. Candidates should have 3+ years experience in the sales field. Our organization offers an exciting portfolio of products and diverse offerings and is the leader in local news. We have proven brands including: The Gonzales Weekly Citizen, The Marketeer, The Nickel Ads and the Ascension Gumbo along with our website www.weeklycitizen.com , Monster, Homefinder, Yahoo, Daily Deals, Radarfrog and new media that work in the market place. If you demonstrate outstanding customer service and a history of building excellent and profitable customer relationships, we’d like to hear from you. GateHouse Media, headquartered in New York, is our parent company and is one of the largest publishers of locally based print and online media in the United States, reaching more than 10 million people a week. To apply, email your resume, cover letter and compensation history to Crystal Barrett at cbarrett@gatehousemedia.com. 1/8

 

Multimedia Consultant  - The Courier & Daily Comet - Houma, Louisiana is seeking a Multimedia Consultant. The Sales Consultant has responsibility for developing and maintaining partnerships with new and existing customers to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty by selling print & online advertising solutions on a continuing basis. This position will require you to be driven, self-motivated, goal oriented with strong relationship building skills as you will be the primary link to our prospective and existing clients.
Duties include:
• Developing new sales leads to grow an existing market
• Maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current and potential advertising accounts
• Building relationships by performing sales calls, customer service call and site visits
• Present advertising options to generate new business
• Manage, service and support existing clients while generating additional new business
Required Experience:
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office
• Must have 2-3 years of outside sales experience, media advertising preferred
• Must have cold calling experience both over the phone and in person
• Must be entrepreneurial in spirit
• Positive, sales-oriented personality

We offer a full range of benefits, as well as a competitive salary and very generous sales commission. Interested applicants can contact Robin Blanchard, our Advertising Director, at 985-857-2270 or via email at robin.blanchard@houmatoday.com. 12/4
 

Circulation/Distribution

 

Circulation Manager - The Enterprise-Journal of McComb, Miss., seeks an experienced circulation manager for our 9,000-copy daily newspaper. The primary mission is to increase both subscriptions and single-copy sales through aggressive marketing and creative promotions. Other duties include carrier recruitment and supervision of a staff of two full-time and three part-time employees. There is growth potential: McComb is located on Interstate 55 and has an economic mix of medical, retail, poultry and timber businesses that have weathered the recession well. The area is part of a massive oil formation now being tested for recovery by fracking. Starting salary $40,000 to $45,000 based on experience. Five years of circulation management experience preferred. Microsoft Excel experience is required. Familiarity with the Vision Data circulation program is a plus. E-mail resumé with three work references to publisher@enterprise-journal.com. 1/18

 

Design/Creative/Web Design

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Photography

 

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Production/Press

Press Operator/Crew Leader - Experienced Press Operator/Crew Leader needed at The Daily Iberian in New Iberia, Louisiana to help run our 10-unit Goss Community. We're a six-day publication, afternoons weekdays, Sunday mornings. We also do a few outside jobs. We're part of Wick Communications. We offer a strong pay and benefits package, a great community in which to live, a good working  environment including a terrific team of employees with whom to work, other reasons we think we could be a good opportunity for the right person. Email a resume and a note telling a bit about yourself to Production Manager Jerry Sexton at diprodmgr@glacoxmail.com, or call 337-321-6755. 4/22

Press Room Manager  - Open position at The Courier Newspaper in Houma, La. The Press Room Manager is responsible for managing a headliner Goss press and a direct to plate multi-system image environment.  Duties include managing daily production activities, weekly work schedules, maintaining department budget, soliciting commercial print contracts, ordering parts and supplies, and providing professional leadership and direction to all press and image department while maintaining a safe, efficient, cost effective and highly productive operation with the highest regard for quality and customer service. Responsibilities: Planning, budgeting, purchasing, supervision, establishing department goals, enforcing quality standards, overseeing preventive maintenance programs, administering shift operations and support team leaders and supervisors in carrying out their goals. We offer great benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid vacation, sick time and paid holidays. Please apply on line at www.houmatoday.com, or e-mail your resume to karen.dauzat@houmatoday.com.  You can also mail your resume to The Courier, Karen Dauzat, 3030 Barrow St., Houma, LA 70360. 2/21

 

Assistant Pressman - Immediate opening for an Assistant Pressman for eight-unit Goss Community Press in Starkville, Ms. Responsible for daily printing of several morning newspapers. Experience a Must. Competitive salary, group health & life insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, sick leave and 401K plan available. Send resume to Don Norman, Publisher % Starkville Daily News, P.O. Box 1068, Starkville, Ms. 39760 or fax to (662)324-8092, e-mail: sdnpub@bellsouth.net. 1/29

 

Administrative/Business

No openings currently available.

 

POSITIONS SOUGHT

Publisher/General Manager

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Editing/Reporting/Writing

I'm a soon-to-be retired schoolteacher who has been moonlighting in journalism since 1999. With my impending retirement, I'm ready to jump into the field full-time. Specialty areas include sports, education, consumer issues and cartooning. I have experience with photography, layout, social media and some video editing. I am a multiple award winner, including a first-place APME for best sports columns (LA-MS region), back-to-back first-place LPA best editorial cartoon awards, and a Union Values in Action award from Louisiana Federation of Teachers (for blogs about education). Besides the newspapers and magazines I’ve scribed for, I also write books for both children and adults. My last sports-themed book for mainstream audiences, Sharpened Iron, has created speaking engagements and booksignings in LA, MS, and TX. Currently, I am working on a book that chronicles the current state of educational reform here in Louisiana. While I would love to work for a larger paper, I definitely appreciate and enjoy the charms a smaller community paper brings. All offers considered, and I will relocate for the right opportunity. If interested, e-mail at mellecomptejr@gmail.com. 4/16

Advertising/Marketing

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Graphic Design

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Graphic Design

CAN-DO-IT-ALL: Page Designer/Graphic Artist/Writer/Photographer – After 12 years in the Pacific Northwest, Louisiana native looks to returns closer to home to use his variety of skills and experience on a weekly or small daily newspaper. I am currently living on the Oregon Coast, but would like to return to Louisiana to be closer to my family. I am comfortable designing ad and page designer, as well as covering meeting, high school sports and shooting photos. I have worked for weeklies in Louisiana, Texas, Washington and Oregon. For resume, email Dannie Lee Oliveaux at dlowa2000@aol.com. Samples of my work are on Facebook under Dannie Lee Oliveaux. Dannie Oliveaux 400 Necanicum Drive, Apt. 1, Seaside, Oregon 97138 253.304-3953 cell. 4/25

 

Production

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Photography

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Cartoonist

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