PART-TIME REPORTER:
The Platte County Landmark, an award winning weekly, has an opening for a part-time reporter position. Hours somewhat flexible. Email resume to Ivan Foley, publisher, at ivan@plattecountylandmark.com   1/27


FIELD EDITOR - Rural Missouri magazine
Statewide publication with a long history of journalistic excellence has a unique opportunity for a multi-talented journalist. Rural Missouri is a 540,000-circulation monthly tabloid publication with a strong human-interest, photography-intensive format. We are looking for a creative, hard-working, self-motivated and responsible person to join our award-winning staff.

 
Applicants should demonstrate solid skills in feature writing, photography and page design. Editors at Rural Missouri produce two to three feature stories each month and are responsible for every aspect of their projects, from idea generation to reporting, writing, photography, proofing and page design. Examples of what is expected can be found at www.ruralmissouri.coop.

Rural Missouri is the official publication of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives and editors at the publication also contribute to the overall communications program of the association. In addition, to the publication duties, the field editor produces photographs, written materials, multimedia presentations and other projects in support of the association’s public relations efforts.

The successful applicant will join a cohesive team of professional communicators and a statewide organization with a proven record of effectiveness and professionalism. Employees of our association are part of a statewide and national network of community leaders dedicated to improving the quality of life in rural areas. Interest in rural issues is a must! An appreciation and familiarity of cooperative organizations is desirable.

Although this is an entry-level position and is open to recent graduates, the ideal candidate would have some real–world communications experience, preferably at a newspaper or magazine. Applicants for the position should have a degree in journalism or communications and a portfolio that demonstrates skills in both photography and writing. Extensive in-state and occasional out-of-state travel is required, so maturity and responsibility are essential.

Our computer environment is Mac-based and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite (CS4) is expected. Web design and multi-media experience would be a huge plus.

Nikon digital photo equipment provided. A competitive salary and generous benefits awaits the successful applicant.

To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, a list of references, writing samples and a portfolio of photographs in digital or printed form to:

Jim McCarty, editor
Rural Missouri
P.O. Box 1645
Jefferson City, MO 65102

 Or (UPS/Fed Ex)
2722 E. McCarty St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101

Deadline is Friday, Feb. 5.   

AD SALES:
The Aurora (Mo.) Advertiser and Big AA Shopper is currently seeking an experienced salesperson to join its team in this beautiful Southwest Missouri community located 30 minutes south of Springfield, and 45 minutes east of Joplin. Advertising sales experience is a plus, but not a requirement. What is a requirement is being a person who is energetic, enjoys working with customers and wants to help our customers grow their business. Pay is base salary, plus commission with benefits. Send resume to Andrea Carden, advertising manager, at PO Box 509, Aurora, MO 65605 or e-mail to admanager@auroraadvertiser.net.   1/22

AD SALES:
We’re seeking a full-time advertising salesperson with a positive, energetic attitude and a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will be proficient at making sales presentations to new and existing advertisers; be able to effectively communicate, read and write in a business professional manner; have good people skills; be detail oriented;  be able to work professionally under pressure of deadlines; and be willing to assume other various  duties when required. Valid  Iowa driver's license required. Previous media sales and knowledge of community journalism a plus. Base pay plus incentive package. Submit resume and references to P.O. Box 26, Corning, IA 50841.   1/21

 

BUSINESS REPORTER/COPY EDITOR:
Springfield Business Journal, an award-winning weekly niche publication in southwest Missouri, is seeking a reporter with copy editing experience. Expertise in AP style is required; three to five years of reporting, ideally in business, is preferred. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health, life and 401(k). Send résumé and clips to Eric Olson, editor, eolson@sbj.net or PO Box 1365, Springfield, MO 65801.    1/18

REPORTER
Weekly newspaper Concordia, MO. News/feature writing, photography,  online opportunities. Seeking person possessing solid writing, grammar and photo skills, computer knowledge, inquiring nature, team player, organized. Friendly small town atmosphere, located on I-70 40 miles east of KC. Benefits. Resume, clips to: concordiannews@centurytel.net or Editor, The Concordian, P.O. Box 999, Concordia, MO 64020  1/15

AD MANAGER
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.    1/13