MS Press Association Job Bank

Digital Advertising Sales

The successful candidate for this position will generate advertising revenue from the Hattiesburg American’s digital products and services. Champion product offerings (including newspaper online and mobile sites, digital newsletters, text messaging) to the rapidly growing online and mobile sales marketplaces. Inform and educate colleagues around the newspaper about the latest innovative product offerings.
Requirements
4+ years of commissioned business-to-business sales experience, digital advertising experience preferred
Understanding of the digital advertising arena and have strong sales ability and proven background in solution and value selling to clients.
An understanding of online social media/marketing/networking
Highly entrepreneurial, self-sufficient and able to work independently to successfully grow and foster long term internal and client relationships.
Microsoft Office and Internet proficiency;
Proven experience in managing multiple projects, details and deadlines
Design, develop and fulfill online campaigns and promotions for digital advertisers
Excellent communication, questioning, listening, presentation and negotiating skills
Experience working in a fast paced, constantly evolving, team environment
Must have the ability to monitor market conditions and trends and craft advertising campaigns that meet client’s needs
Must have a good driving record and proof of automobile insurance.

Send resume to:
Liz Cotten
Advertising Manager
Hattiesburg American
825 North Main Street
Hattiesburg, MS. 39401
Email: lcotten@hattiesburgamerican.com
Fax: 601-584-3075

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Journal Inc. is seeking a community-minded leader for the Monroe Journal, a weekly newspaper based in Amory, Miss. As general manager this person will be responsible for all facets of the operation and should have the experience and ability to take a good community newspaper to the next level in news content, readership and revenue. We’re not looking for someone who’s just passing through; we need a leader who will make a multi-year commitment to the community and our company. Journal Inc. publishes the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal and seven weekly newspapers and operates six Web sites. We’re a company committed to community building and confident in the future of community newspapers. Candidates should send a cover letter and resume’ to Charlotte Wolfe, Associate Publisher for Human Resources, Journal Inc., P.O. Box 909, Tupelo, MS 38802, or charlotte.wolfe@djournal.com

The Delta Democrat Times, a daily newspaper in Greenville, Mississippi, is looking for a quality-obsessed, hands-on production manager who can also serve as head pressman for our small Urbanite crew. We are looking for someone who is technically oriented, cares about quality and can run the press. We have a new Screen CTP, computerized CC1 closed loop registration, automated plate bending, new slot locks and state-of-the-art prepress registration controls. We want someone who can make this fancy equipment hum and make this newspaper plant run like a commercial plant. Our ideal production manager should be able to implement a regular maintenance program and regular plate and press calibrations using densitometers.

The Qualified candidate must be able to work with people and manage and motivate the press crew. Urbanite and good computer skills a plus. The press prints several other inter-company twice-weeklies and weeklies and is looking to expand our commercial business. Pay range is 45k-55k based on experience. We offer 401k with a company match, a comprehensive medical plan and a great working environment. Please submit all resume’s to mguthrie@ddtonline.com.

Help Wanted:
The Delta Democrat Times is looking for an experienced graphic artist/editor for part time morning work and some weekends. The position will be responsible for laying out pages from start to finish from 7 am to noon, Monday - Friday, and at least 2 Saturday evenings a month. Competitive pay based on experience with the possibility of growth into a full time position in the future. E-mail resumes to dominickcross@ddtonline.com. No phone calls please.

Fast Growing MS based company needs mature self starter from central MS area to help keep pace with our new customers demands. $45-55K potential first year, some limited travel required, should be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Fax resume to 1-888-773-7704 or email to bill@reedyadvertising.com

The Scott County Times in Forest, Miss., is seeking a staff writer and paginator. Duties include managing submitted copy and ensuring it is published in a timely manner, generating six to eight stories per week including news, but also centering on weekly human-interest features, and building and composing inside pages for publication.

Good writing skills, an eye for design, an ability to write both news and human interest features, being deadline driven, an ability to take well composed photographs, and some experience with pagination and layout software are ideal qualifications.

A background in printing, a college degree in design, journalism, English, arts or humanities are also acceptable qualifications. Position pays approximately $20,000 per year. Benefits include Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance, a 401(k) with a company match, 2 weeks of annual vacation leave and up to a week of sick leave. The Scott County Times is part of Emmerich Newspapers, Inc., owner of more than 20 newspapers, mostly in Mississippi, including four dailies.

Advancement opportunities are available for the right person. Located in Forest, Miss., we’re exactly halfway between Jackson and Meridian along the I-20 corridor, a perfect, central location in the state. Please email a letter of interest and a resume to tbeeland@sctonline.net or fax it to 601-469-2004. No phone calls, please.

Midsize weekly newspaper in Crossett, Arkansas invites applicants for open newsroom position. If you can write accurate, compelling stories, your career will flourish here. Ability to design pages in InDesign is a plus. Recent grads as well as veteran reporters welcome. Receive good hourly pay and benefits while enjoying our community’s quality of life. Email resume with cover letter and writing samples to bwhite@ashleynewsobserver.com or mail to Publisher, The Ashley News Observer, PO Box 798, Crossett, AR 71635.

A family owned newspaper in Mississippi seeks an experienced
production manager. Applicants should be knowledgeable and experienced
in all aspects of pre-press and pressroom operations. This person
would oversee printing of a daily afternoon paper and three weeklies
on a 10-unit Goss Urbanite, expand our commercial business and manage
our mail room.

The ideal candidate is a tech-savy self-starter willing to learn new
skills as needed. We are looking for a sensitive manager who can work
with people from all walks of life. This is a hand-on position with
planning, reporting and budget responsibilities.

Good work environment, competitive salary, excellent benefits.

Send resume to Job Bank, Mississippi Press Association, 371 Edgewood Terrace, Jackson, MS  39206.

The Commercial Dispatch is seeking an intelligent, self-motivated,
full-time online advertising sales representative. This position will
be responsible for selling online advertisements on company websites
and for coordinating online campaigns with print advertising sales
representatives. Cdispatch.com is the primary website of The Dispatch
and it is one of the most visited news websites in the area.

Required technical skills include an expert knowledge of web browsing
and email as well as a familiarity with popular social media websites
such as Facebook and Twitter.

Applicants should be able to communicate effectively, be comfortable
with cold-calling prospects and should be detail-oriented. Interested
parties should deliver a resume to bproffitt@cdispatch.com or to 516
Main Street, Columbus, MS. No phone calls please.

“This South Arkansas town’s newspaper/magazine/shopper operation has an immediate opening for an Advertising Director. The job responsibilities include leading a staff of 2-3 salespeople; overseeing the sales and marketing of an award-winning weekly newspaper and associated shopper; enhancing magazine and other niche publication projects; and overseeing the marketing of the best newspaper website in the state.  Sales training ability, budgeting skills, and goal setting experience are required. Customer service and a strong work ethic must be top priority. The pay is negotiable, with Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance and other benefits. Send resume to “Publisher” at publisher@monticellonews.net.

The Picayune Item has an immediate opening for a Lifestyles Editor. The ideal candidate will have a journalism or related degree, 2 to 3 years experience as a reporter or lifestyles editor, good layout and design skills and an ability to connect with the local community. Will be responsible for producing a 3 to 4 page section two days a week as well as covering school board meetings once a week. Other work as assigned by the managing editor. The Picayune Item, 5,000, circulation, is published Tuesday through Friday and Sunday. Owned by CNHI, the Item offers a full slate of benefits including health, dental, vision, earned vacation, sick days and personal days. Send resume and clips to Tom Andrews, Publisher, Picayune Item, P.O. Box 580, Picayune, MS 39466 or, email to publisher@picayuneitem.com.

I am a freelance writer specializing in current events and the history
of ideas, and am interested in writing a regular opinion column on
public policy issues. I have 9.5 years of experience as a full-time
writer, am author or coauthor of 24 nonfiction books on a wide range
of topics (past clients include Facts on File, the University Press of
Mississippi, and McGraw-Hill Publications), cover civil liberties for
the New York Times Company’s online About.com division, and serve on
the boards of several major nonprofit advocacy organizations. I hold
an M.A. in humanities and am currently a Ph.D. candidate in
interdisciplinary studies, focusing on the history of ideas. I will
be available starting December 1st. Resumé and clips available upon
request. For more information, contact Tom Head at tom@tomhead.net.

Veteran journalist seeks position as a staff writer in sports, features or news at daily or semi-weekly publication. I am also interested in working for a magazine, public relations or sports information. I have over 18 years experience in newspaper work, and have won Mississippi Press Association awards for best sports feature writing four years in a row. Contact Allen Baswell at choctawwriter@hotmail.com.

I’m a 28 year old Communications Professional seeking a new opportunity and position as a Public Relations Professional. My career history includes serving as Membership and Marketing Director for a Non-profit and also aiding in running a successful political campaign for a local politician in the capacity of Campaign Coordinator, I have the skill and the know how to be a contributing asset to any team or company organization. My Educational training includes a B.A. in English with an emphasis in Journalism and a M.S. in Public Relations. I’m a multitasker with a proven track record to get the job done with the most genuine passion for the line of work.

Resume available upon request.  Contact allisonlockett@yahoo.com.

The Meridian Star, a 15,000 circulation daily paper located in Meridian, Mississippi, is seeking a full-time Assistant Sports Editor that is a skilled writer and reporter who also has a keen eye for page design. The right candidate will be part of a 3-person sports staff covering 22 high schools and three junior colleges that contend for championships in every sport. There will also be opportunities to cover Ole Miss, Mississippi State and Southern Miss. The candidate must be self-motivated with excellent time management skills. A journalism degree and at least two years experience is preferred. Please send resume and clips to Jamie Wachter, Executive Sports Editor, at sports@themeridianstar.com   or mail to P.O. Box 1591, Meridian, MS, 39302.

The Commercial Dispatch, a family-owned afternoon daily serving
Mississippi’s Golden Triangle area, is looking for a city/county
government reporter. The successful candidate will be well versed in
the ins and outs of civic government, unafraid to challenge the powers
that be, and open to using blogging and social media to advance the
beat. We offer competitive pay and benefits in an area with two
universities, a vibrant arts scene, and a rich mix of cultures. Send
letter, resume, references and writing samples to Steve Mullen, The
Commercial Dispatch, P.O. Box 511, Columbus, MS 39703-0511; or e-mail
smullen@cdispatch.com.

Veteran journalist with over 18 years in the newspaper industry seeks position as a feature writer at a daily newspaper. I am experienced in page design and pagination after having served as a sports editor for a daily paper. I also wrote extensively on the news side during that time. Yes, I am as versatile as they come when it comes to writing. I have the unique ability to bring stories to life with my unique style. I will also consider helping out in sports. Contact me at writerdude49@yahoo.com or call 662-801-1875 or 662-801-1780 and let’s talk about it.

I am a three year sports writer that has won several MPA awards while
covering all sports in my county. I’m looking for a job in the North
Mississippi area. If interested please call 662-750-8117 or contact
me by e-mail at tcssss2003@yahoo.com. I have many different articles
to send if wanted.

The Daily Times Leader, a daily Horizon Publications newspaper, is seeking a sports editor with the vision, skill, passion to help make our great sports coverage even better. The Daily Times circulates throughout Clay County, a place where high school football is practically a religion. That passion spills over into each community’s other prep sports,
making for a primed readership that is always hungry for local sports
coverage. In addition to prep sports, we cover Mississippi State University
and other SEC schools. The Sports Editor responsibilities include covering
area sporting events, writing headlines and cutlines, compiling round-ups as
well as covering area high school sporting events.  We are seeking someone
with appropriate experience. Salary and benefits are competitive. Paid
vacation, sick leave, mileage and 401K available. Please send a resume,
clips and/or tearsheets to Don Norman, Publisher, Starkville Daily News.
P.O. Box 1068, Starkville, Ms. 39760, or e- mail:sdnpub@bellsouth.net or fax
(662)324-8092.

Advertising Manager

The Daily Corinthian in Corinth, MS has an immediate opening for an
advertising manager to lead and motivate our sales staff.

This position is responsible for retail and classified advertising sales for
our daily, tmc, magazine and specialty publications. Addition
responsibilities include sales staff development, developing customer
relations, achieving revenue goals and managing department expenses.

The successful candidate will possess 2 to 3 years prior newspaper
advertising sales experience along with management experience, strong oral
and written communication skills, good work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Must possess excellent working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We offer salary plus bonus, paid vacation, paid holidays, medical insurance,
dental insurance, prescription card, and company matched 401k.

To apply send cover letter and resume to: Reece Terry, Publisher, Daily
Corinthian, P.O. Box 1800, Corinth, MS or email: rterry@dailycorinthian.com.

The Daily Corinthian is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national
origin, or disability.

REPORTER sought for community newspaper in south Arkansas. If you can report accurately, write compelling stories, and design provoking pages, your career will flourish here. Recent grads as well as veteran reporters welcome. Email resume with cover letter, samples, and salary requirements to bwhite@ashleynewsobserver.com or mail to Publisher, The Ashley News Observer, PO Box 798, Crossett, AR 71635.

Energetic reporter and page designer needed.

Can you conjugate a verb? Can you avoid the passive voice and not throw around apostrophes like Frisbees? If so, this 10,000 circulation southwestern Mississippi daily wants you.

This position also requires frequent page layout, including pinch-hitting for our sports editor at least once a week, and doing some periodic magazine layout. Quark experience is preferred, though applicants who have used InDesign will be considered.

Degree in Journalism or related field required. Newspaper experience preferred. Good benefit package (health/401K).
McComb is centrally located between Jackson, Natchez and Hattiesburg, Miss., and New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La.

Please send cover letter, resume, 3-4 clips and references to Matt Williamson, Managing Editor, P.O.B. 2009, McComb MS 39649, fax (601) 684-0836 or e-mail news@enterprise-journal.com. Incomplete materials will not be considered. No phone calls.

News 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 news editor to help manage our award-winning coverage. Initial duties will include writing, editing, working with reporters and page building. Our news editor position is typically a manager-training position from which previous news editors have launched into careers as managing editors, editors and publishers. Ideal candidates will have reporting or editing experience, knowledge of Quark or InDesign and, most important, a desire to learn and grow while making a difference with their work. For more information contact Managing Editor Julie Cooper at julie.cooper@natchezdemocrat.com or 601-445-3551

Interested in covering news and features in a community built on history but looking to the future? The Natchez Democrat, a 10,000-circulation daily in historic Southwest Mississippi, is looking for a news reporter. The Democrat has a long history of being one of the best community daily newspapers in Mississippi. Sitting on the picturesque bluffs of the Mississippi River overlooking Louisiana, Natchez is known for its antebellum homes, balloon races and literary heritage, while Concordia Parish, La., is known for famous sons such as Jerry Lee Lewis as well as its burgeoning riverfront development. The Democrat coverage area spans approximately four Mississippi counties and Concordia Parish in Louisiana. Qualified candidates will have one to three years of general assignment reporting experience. Recent graduates with pertinent experience will be considered. Send resume, clippings and three professional references to Julie Cooper, managing editor, at P.O. Box 1447, Natchez, MS 39120, or by e-mail to julie.cooper@natchezdemocrat.com.

The Meridian Star, a 15,000 daily circulation newspaper covering East Mississippi, is looking for a versatile sports-minded journalist to round out its three-man sports staff. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, sports knowledge and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once. This full-time staff member will help us cover local sports — including three junior colleges, more than a dozen local high schools and more. If you’re interested in working in one of the best sports areas in the state, e-mail a cover letter, resume and clips to Editor Fredie Carmichael at fcarmichael@themeridianstar.com.