MS Press Association Job Bank

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.

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.

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.

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 Mississippi Business Journal, Mississippi’s only state-wide business publication, is seeking a reporter for a full-time staff writer position. People look to the MBJ for their business news, and we need a journalist who relishes that responsibility. This is a multifaceted position best filled by an aggressive, well-organized journalist who loves breaking news and enterprise reporting. Our new reporter will be writing everything from business openings to housing trends to the impact of layoffs on our statewide economy. The once-a-week publication covers an energized business state as well as state government. If you want to be a part of this award-winning team, call Ross Reily, Managing Editor, (601) 364-1018, or e-mail resumes to ross.reily@msbusiness.com.

The Daily Star in Grenada needs an aggressive general assignment reporter-photographer. This versatile journalist must be capable of covering anything from government meetings to church socials. Candidates should be motivated and must be able to produce copy that is accurate and complete. Candidates must be organized, able to meet deadlines and be a team player. Experience with InDesign and Photoshop a plus. This is full-time position. Send resume, writing and photo samples and a cover letter explaining why we should hire you. Managing Editor Nanette Laster, 50 Corporate Row, Grenada, MS 38901; e-mail: editor@grenadastar.com.

Experienced newspaper man seeking position as reporter/photographer; also owns company to provide freelance writing, photography, and public relations.  Experience as senior staff writer for the Daily Mountain Eagle in Jasper, AL and the Clanton Advertiser in Clanton, AL.  Several awards for writing in the Alabama Press Association Better Newspaper Contest.  Resume available from MPA upon request. Contact Ed Howell at 205-522-2986 or ByEdHowell@aol.com.