JOBS & MARKETPLACE
Members of Missouri Press Association may place ads FREE in the Marketplace section if the ad is for a position with a Missouri newspaper. Non-members please call or email Matthew Barba for pricing, (573) 449-4167 or mbarba@mopress.com. Ads appear in the MPA monthly Bulletin, weekly eBulletin and here. Email ads to mbarba@mopress.com or scroll down to fill out an online form.
WANTED TO BUY
FOR SALE
WEEKLY NEWSPAPER: The only newspaper in Andrew County, just north of St. Joseph. Debt-free turnkey operation. Underperforming paper with strong potential.
Savannah is the county seat with a population of 5,076, a thriving community and home to a new satellite campus of North Central Missouri College. Owner retiring. Will consider all viable offers. Contact publisher@thesavannahreporter.com for more information. (7/15/2024)
SOUTHWEST GROUP: Three weekly newspapers in Jasper County are offered for sale as a group. One covers the county seat, the other two are long-time established newspapers. All are legal publications. Owners wish to retire. Email: jascocitizen@gmail.com. (5/1/2024)
WEEKLY NEWSPAPER: Award-winning weekly newspaper in Howard County. Locally owned since 1840. Loyal advertising and readership. Excellent staff. Debt free. Owner plans to re-locate.
Fayette is the county seat with a population of approximately 2,600. and is the home of Central Methodist University. Coverage area includes Fayette, New Franklin, Armstrong, Harrisburg, Higbee, and Glasgow.
Email: jaddison@fayettenews.com (6/19/2023)
HELP WANTED
REPORTER: Houston Herald, a weekly newspaper with a strong digital presence in Houston, Mo., is looking for candidates for a part-time (15-20 hours per week) reporter position. The position will have the potential to become full-time. Candidates should possess writing, sports, photography and social media knowledge. Clear and efficient communication skills along with a willingness to learn are crucial for the position. The ideal candidate would be willing to work alongside the editor to meet the needs of any given day/week, which could evolve. This is an hourly wage-based position. Please submit your resume to Isaiah Buse, P.O. Box 170, Houston, Mo. 65483, or by email to ibuse@houstonherald.com for consideration. (7/8/2024)
EDITOR: We are seeking a talented Managing Editor to oversee our editorial team and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical and creative writing, possess exceptional editing skills, and be proficient in various writing styles.
**Duties:**
– Manage and lead the editorial team in creating engaging and informative content
– Edit, proofread, fact-check, and ensure all content meets quality standards
– Develop and implement editorial guidelines to maintain consistency in style and tone
– Conduct research to support content creation and ensure accuracy
– Collaborate with writers, designers, and other team members to produce compelling content
– Oversee the publication schedule and meet deadlines consistently
**Experience:**
– Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field
– Proven experience as an editor or managing editor in a publishing environment
– Proficiency in Word processing software and familiarity with AP Style
– Strong communication skills to effectively convey feedback and ideas
– Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and work efficiently under pressure
**Skills:**
– Technical writing
– Style adherence
– Effective communication
– Editing proficiency
– Research abilities
– Creative writing skills
– Word processing expertise
– Proofreading accuracy
– Fact-checking capabilities
This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional growth. If you meet the qualifications above and are passionate about producing high-quality content, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
To apply for the position, email a cover letter, resume and work samples to jamilak@sedaliademocrat.com.
About us
The Sedalia Democrat and Warrensburg Star-Journal are award-winning newspapers in west central Missouri. We are approximately 70 miles from the Kansas City Metro area. (6/3/2024)
PUBLISHER: Direct and manage the comprehensive day to day operational activity of our Joplin, Missouri newspaper operation to ensure achievement of revenue goals and maintenance of expense budget.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leadership:
-Provide guidance to team members to ensure company goals and objectives are met.
-Coach, manage and engage in advertising sales alongside team members to drive revenue in both print and online categories. Develop sustainable strategies to maintain current revenue streams and create new opportunities – including new products and events.
-Set the tone for the location, making sure all employees are challenged, understand expectations and receive necessary support. Maintain a culture of openness, positive communication and accountability across all departments.
Teamwork:
-Work closely with other department leaders in accounting, editorial and audience development. Communicate with business office and regional publisher in regard to revenue forecasting, variances and expense projections across the location.
-Collaborate with team leaders locally and in other locations to enhance and develop new revenue opportunities as well as expense controls that lead to a stronger presence in the market.
Community involvement:
-Represent the brand through engagement with civic groups, interacting with local business leaders and representing the location at community events.
-Participate on community boards to show commitment to the community and to strengthen long-term relationships that help build a robust brand.
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field, plus 5+ years of related work experience.
-Proven history of successful leadership, sales ability, creativity, problem-solving, innovation and staff management.
-Strong written and oral communication skills.
The perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k) and room to make your mark at one of the historically powerful properties in the company. Comprehensive package also includes company-paid volunteer, vacation and sick time.
Send your resume or questions to bill.hanson@newsandtribune.com. (5/30/2024)
ADVERTISING MANAGER: Advertising Manager wanted for North Central Arkansas/Southern Missouri Newspapers. Phillips Media Group is looking for a sales management professional to manage sales operations for our North Arkansas newspapers and websites. The manager will oversee sales operations for our twice a weekly newspapers in Harrison and Mtn Home, Arkansas as well as West Plains, Missouri. Responsibilities will be to manage, hire and train sales staff. Each newspaper has a local sales staff dedicated to each market. This position will work with the local Editor/GM but will report to the president of Phillips Media Group.
Travel between newspapers required. Each newspaper is within a one hour drive from a sister newspaper.
Please send your resume or questions to jim@phillipsmedia.com. (5/29/2024)
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