The Daily Star in Grenada is seeking a motivated, aggressive general
assignment reporter. We’re looking for someone who’s willing to tackle any
job - from hard news to features. Photography experience is a plus. Recent
college grads encouraged to apply. Send resume and clips to Managing Editor Nanette Laster, P.O. Box 907, Grenada, MS 38902.
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The Scott County Times, a community newspaper in east central Mississippi, is seeking an advertising manager who can hit the ground running. The Scott County Times has been serving the community since 1939 and has a tradition of excellence and community service. Located in Forest, Mississippi, the position is well-centered between Jackson and Meridian along I-20. The right person for the job will be a highly motivated salesperson who can take the lead on sales while leading a small ad staff in selling the newspaper, the internet and other niche products.
Compensation will be between $35-$40,000 annually. A background in print sales is a definite plus as is some level of previous management experience. The Scott County Times is part of Emmerich Newspapers, a family-owned Mississippi newspaper group, which offers advancement opportunities to the right person. Package includes insurance benefits, a company-match 401(k) and two weeks of annual vacation time. If interested, please send your resume and letter of interest to bblackley@sctonline.net (MS Word, text or PDF preferred) or fax it to (601) 469-2004.
The Laurel Leader-Call, a seven-day a week daily located in the heart of the
Miss. Pine Belt, is seeking a sports editor with the drive, leadership, and
skills to cover some of the best sports in South Mississippi. The
Leader-Call circulates throughout Jones County and outlying areas of Wayne, Jasper and Covington counties. This area has perennial championship high school teams (Laurel H.S. 4A football champs in 2007, Wayne Co. H.S. 4A football champs 2005, 2006). Football fans are passionate about their high school teams in this area, eagerly anticipating their daily dose of prep sports coverage. The Leader-Call also covers in depth Jones County Junior College, the University of Southern Mississippi, and William Carey University. The sports editor responsibilities include managing a four-person sports staff, writing sports stories, columns, editing and laying out the sports pages. There are also multi-media opportunities with more sports coverage posted on our website. We are seeking a seasoned sports editor or a veteran sports writer looking for additional responsibilities.
We offer competitive pay and benefits. Please send resume, clips and/or
tearsheets to Rob Sigler, Editor, Laurel Leader-Call, P.O. Box 728, Laurel,
Ms. 39441 or e-mail: editor@laurelleadercall.com or fax (601) 426-3550.
Experienced photographer seeking position as a photojournalist/news photographer. Resume available from MPA upon request. Contact bboone@mspress.org

Today in Mississippi, a monthly tabloid newspaper with an in-state circulation of more than 450,000, is looking for a communications specialist to join its team. The communications specialist serves as editor of Today’s special sections for local electric power associations and assists in various public relations activities.
Primary responsibilities include the production of text, editing, layout and photography for 15 local editions. This includes several features each month and general news and industry articles.
The communications specialist also organizes and directs a youth leadership program, which is sponsored by Electric Power Associations of Mississippi, publisher of Today. This program includes an annual workshop in Jackson and a week-long tour to Washington, D.C.
Candidate should have proven experience and solid writing and editing experience. Experience with Quark Express and Photoshop is a plus. Also required are the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines; strong organizational skills; written and oral communication skills; superior oral, written, interpersonal and presentation skills; strong technical aptitude; a relentless focus on objectives; an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction; and an ability to execute on multiple priorities in this fast-paced environment.
Send resume to Ron Stewart at stewart@epaofms.com or mail to P.O. Box 3300, Ridgeland, MS 39158.
The Starkville Daily News, a daily Horizon Publications newspaper, is
seeking an Sports editor with the vision, skill, passion and leadership to
help make our good sports coverage great. The Starkville Daily circulates
throughout Oktibbeha County, a place where college and 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. Working with the sports editor, the
assistant sports editor responsibilities include copy editing, writing
headlines and cutlines, compiling round-ups and laying out pages. We are
seeking someone with appropriate experience. Pay and benefits are
competitive. Please send 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.
The DeSoto Times, an award-winning tri-weekly, is seeking a news/sports reporter. The qualified candidate will have a passion for covering breaking news as well as Friday night football. We are seeking a motivated reporter who loves community journalism. Ideal applicants will have experience at a college newspaper, a weekly or daily. The Times is located in one of the fastest growing counties in the country with close proximity to the Memphis social scene. Submit your resume to: Luke Horton via email: editor@desototimes.com
Hone your writing skills as a reporter at one of the most aggressive dailies in
Mississippi. We are looking for someone with the skills and desire to make an
immediate impact on a newsroom filled with people dedicated to excellence and constant improvement. Two universities, an exploding economy and changing local governments are a perfect fit for someone with outstanding writing ability.
Competitive pay and benefits in a community with vibrant music, theater and nightlife. The Commercial Dispatch is a 15,000-circulation, family-owned, afternoon daily in Columbus, Mississippi. Send letter, resume, references and writing samples to Birney Imes, The Commercial Dispatch, P.O. Box 511, Columbus, MS 39703-0511. Or e-mail birney@cdispatch.com.
Experienced reporter seeking position as a sports writer, preferably in high school sports. Resume available from MPA upon request. Contact bboone@mspress.org
The Monroe County Journal, a weekly newspaper in Northeast Mississippi, is looking for a general manager to join our organization. The general manager will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating overall weekly operation. The ideal candidate must be motivated, ambitious and customer oriented with previous management experience.
Primary responsibilities include: Responsible with JPC Executive Editor for editorial leadership; Responsible with JPC Advertising Director for sales development of The Monroe County Journal in order to increase advertising market share; Responsible with JPC Circulation Manager to ensure circulation sales plans are designed to increase household penetration and readership, as well as retention efforts; Provides leadership to ensure extraordinary support and customer service, including providing timely decision making and effective implementation of plans, as well as building community throughout Monroe County.
Must have ability to self-start and work with minimum supervision against tight deadlines. Benefits include paid vacation, 401K, health, and a very competitive compensation plan. The Monroe County Journal is owned by Journal Publishing Company in Tupelo, Miss., and is a merged product of The Amory Advertiser and The Aberdeen Examiner.
For consideration, please email your resume to the Human Resources Department: dianne.powell@djournal.com
Journal Publishing Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.
The Commercial Dispatch, a locally owned daily (15,000 circ.), is searching for a managing editor to inspire and guide our young staff. We are seeking a committed journalist, who will engage with the community and who is passionate about the role a newspaper plays in its development. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills, an appreciation for good design and a proven record as a manager. If you are an imaginative, energetic leader, who appreciates the pleasures of small town living, this may be the job for you. The Columbus area offers two universities, a nearby Air Force base, an exploding economy and a vibrant music, theater and arts scene. Send letter, resume, references and work samples to Birney Imes, The Commercial Dispatch, P.O. Box 511, Columbus, MS 39703-0511. Or e-mail birney@cdispatch.com.
A weekly newspaper in South Mississippi, is looking for a general manager. The general manager will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating overall weekly operation. The ideal candidate must be motivated, ambitious and customer oriented with previous management experience.
Primary responsibilities include: Responsible for editorial leadership; Responsible for sales development in order to increase advertising market share; Responsible to ensure circulation sales plans are designed to increase household penetration and readership, as well as retention efforts; Provide leadership to ensure extraordinary support and customer service, including providing timely decision making and effective implementation of plans.
Must have ability to self-start and work with minimum supervision against tight deadlines. Benefits include paid vacation, 401K, health, and a very competitive compensation plan. EOE
For consideration, mail your resume to Blind Box, 371 Edgewood Terrace, Jackson, MS 39206. Does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.
The Madison Journal, a 2,300 paid circulation weekly in Tallulah, La., has an immediate opening for a reporter. We’re seeking a motivated individual who likes hard work and is eager to deal with all aspects of community journalism. The Madison Journal is part of a longtime family-owned newspaper group and has a reputation of fair and thorough reporting on the community. Good opportunity for early career journalist seeking a fast-paced challenge. Compensation $18,500 to $20,500. Nice benefits. If interested, submit resume and references to wbolen@madisonjournal.com.
We have 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. This small weekly operation is 30 minutes south of Meridian, Miss., in southeast-central Mississippi. If you do not wish to work hard, forget about it. Compensation $35K-$40K, 401(k), good health benefits, etc. If you would like an opportunity to join one of the best privately-owned newspaper groups in the Deep South, this may be it. Resumes to Dan W. Strack, Emmerich Newspapers, at strack@emmerichnewspapers.com, or PO Box 16709, Jackson, MS 39236.
Immediate opening for a skilled offset web supervisor (Goss Community, 8 Unit Press). Potential candidates need at least 3 years experience running a 4-color printing pess and must be quality driven, work with others and be a team player.
Salary is dependent on experience. We are located 20 miles southwest of Baton Rouge, LA on the west bank of the Mississippi River. This is a great chance to work for a national company with opportunity for advancement. Benefits include paid vacation, sick pay and health insurance. EOE
Apply at: The Post South, 58650 Belleview Road, Plaquemine, LA 70764 or e-mail resume to: publisher@postsouth.com.
A South Louisiana Community Newspaper has an immediate opening for a skilled offset web pressman (Goss Community, 8 Unit Press). Potential candidates need at least 3 years experience running a 4-color printing press. Salary is dependent on experience. We are located 20 miles southwest of Baton Rouge, LA on the west bank of the Mississippi River. This is a great chance to work for a national company with opportunity for advancement. Benefits include paid vacation, sick pay and health insurance. EOE
Apply at: The Post South, 58650 Belleview Road, Plaquemine, LA 70764 or e-mail resume to: publisher@postsouth.com.
The Town Talk (Daily: 33,000; Sunday: 37,000) a Gannett paper in Alexandria, Louisiana has an opening for a Retail Advertising Manager. This person will be responsible for leading and implementing advertising initiatives to grow revenues and provide value to the retail customers. Responsibilities:
1. Direct all retail sales and service functions for print and online.
2. Analyze marketplace and competition to determine most effective pricing and strategies.
3. Developing and growing revenues in a challenging economy, in a very competitive environment
4. Train, motivate, recruit and develop energetic, creative and committed sales staff
5. Work with advertisers to develop successful relationships, including making sales calls with staff
6. Work closely with Advertising Director in preparation and implementation of operating budget, revenue, and expense plans
7. Generate reports on a weekly basis to Advertising Director
Must possess strong leadership skills and will play an important role in the development and implementation of advertising strategies and rate structures. This position requires an individual with a proven record of accomplishment in team development and staff motivation.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience, excellent organizational and analytical skills, proficient PC skills including Microsoft applications Excel and Word, demonstrated innovative leadership, communication and staff development skills, ability to develop and implement both advertising strategies and rate structures, strong ethical standards and integrity are a must. Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to: Bill Heirtzler, Advertising Director, The Town Talk, P.O. Box 7558, Alexandria, LA 71301
The Douglas County Sentinel, a 6-day a week daily newspaper, is looking for a general manager to join our organization. The right candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and a strong newspaper marketing background with a minimum of 5 years experience in newspaper / media management and sales. Additionally, this opportunity will provide the right individual to expand and develop their skills in interactive publishing. Position will supervise editorial, circulation and marketing. Douglas County is conveniently located 35-minutes west of downtown Atlanta, GA and home to a strong retail base as well as an attractive housing market. Furthermore, Douglas County is one of Georgia’s fastest growing communities. Benefits include paid vacation, 401K, health, and a very competitive compensation plan.
The Douglas County Sentinel is a member of The Newspapers of WestGEORGIA and Paxton Media Group.
For consideration, please email your resume to: publisher@times-georgian.com
The Douglas County Sentinel is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.
The Courier is looking for a talented and energetic general assignment
reporter to join its award-winning newsroom. Responsibilities include:
Covering local news events, meeting daily deadlines, writing accurate
stories and working in a team atmosphere.
Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree in journalism preferred, related
experience a plus, familiarity with Macintosh environment and Associated
Press style a plus.
Must have good communication skills and possess the ability to work under
deadlines in a creative and fast-paced environment.
Mail resume and samples of work to: Armand Nardi, P.O. Box 887,
Russellville, AR 72811 or e-mail: anardi@couriernews.com, no phone calls please.
The Courier, a 11,000 circulation daily newspaper in Russellville, is an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.
INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER
Investigative reporter needed for a fast growing South Mississippi newspaper. Individual will be required to relocate to the area in which the newspaper’s home office is located. Individual must be a self starter with dogged determination to accurately report the facts concerning items investigated. Applicants need at least 2-3 years experience in the area of investigative reporting. Competitive pay and benefits. Send resume and clips to Post Office Box 6506 Diamondhead, MS 39525. EOE
Career Opportunity with Leading Business Publication
The Mississippi Business Journal is searching for a talented, tech savvy and detail-oriented team player to join our growing editorial department as staff researcher-reporter. This position manages our weekly editorial focus lists, as well as our annual Book of Lists edition, and also reports and writes for the MBJ and special publications, both in print and online. Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and one year of full-time newspaper experience. Database management experience is a plus. An affiliate of Dolan Media Company, the Mississippi Business Journal offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please send résumé and examples of your work to editor Jim Laird, 5120 Galaxie Drive, Jackson, MS 39206-4308 or jim.laird@msbusiness.com.
The Demopolis Times, a community 5-day daily newspaper serving West Alabama, is seeking an experienced, hands-on newspaper journalist to help lead and direct our newsroom operations.
The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of our newsroom. We’re seeking a motivated individual who likes hard work and is eager to deal with all aspects of community journalism. Candidate should have newswriting experience or solid knowledge of newswriting style and approach. Duties include reporter story assignment, writing, editing, and photography along with page layout and design. This position is responsible for our online product and specialty publications.
Qualified candidates will have three to five years newspaper experience with a minimum of two years supervisory experience, along with the ability to deliver in-depth reporting and the ability to coach others.
We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation, paid holidays, company matched 401K, major medical insurance, life and dental insurance.
Send resume to: Gennie Phillips-Odom, 315 E. Jefferson St., Demopolis, Al 36732 or email: gennie.phillips@demopolistimes.com.
The Demopolis Times is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
The Delta Democrat Times is seeking an energized sports writer. The sports writer will be part of a staff that covers 25 high schools one NCAA Division I university, one Division II university, and a junior college across seven counties as well as other activities in a highly-competitive market. The candidate should be knowledgeable of Quark, capable of designing a section and taking photos as well as being a good writer. The Pulitzer-Prize winning newspaper covers a dynamic area that is the heart of the Mississippi Delta and considers itself a champion of civil rights and preserving our blues heritage. Newspaper is afternoon delivered, Monday through Friday, morning delivered on Sunday. Call Troy Treasure, sports editor, (662) 378-0722, or e-mail resumes to troytreasure@ddtonline.com.
The DeSoto Times, an award-winning tri-weekly, is seeking a dedicated, driven, creative and energetic editor to head our news team. Located in one of the fastest growing counties in the country with close proximity to the Memphis social scene, the qualified candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of our news department; be responsible for story assignment, editing and writing; craft quality page designs with Quark and Photoshop and be responsible for our on-line presence and target specific products. If you are a news editor looking to move up; if you want to live in an explosive and news-driven community; if you want to be better than the competition, we want to talk to you. The Times offers above industry-standard pay, vacation and full benefits. Submit your resume to: Brian Bloom via email: publisher@desototimes.com
The Courier, a 12,000 circulation six-day daily newspaper in Russellville,
seeks a full-time assistant sports editor to cover athletics in the Arkansas
River Valley.
The Courier covers 10 area high schools spanning several classifications as
well as Arkansas Tech, a member of NCAA Division II.
The ideal candidate is an energetic self-starter with a passion for local
sports. Qualifications include: A good work ethic, being familiar with a
Macintosh environment, Newsedit Pro and QuarkXpress are a plus. AP style
familiarity is also a plus. A Bachelor’s degree in journalism is preferred.
Must have good communication skills and possess the ability to work under
deadlines in a creative and fast-paced environment.
Mail resume and samples of work to: Scott Perkins, P.O. Box 887,
Russellville, AR 72811 e-mail: editor@couriernews.com, no phone calls please.
The Courier is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on
the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.
