Sports Editor, The Courier, Russellville, AR
The Courier, a 12,000 circulation six-day daily newspaper in Russellville,
seeks a full-time 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. Russellville is perfect
for the outdoor enthusiast, offering breathtaking scenery as well as the
opportunity to hunt, fish, hike — you name it.
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.
Candidates 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.