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Job Bank
WEEKLY EDITOR
Family-owned, Southwestern Colorado newspaper group seeks an energetic news leader to continue the strong emphasis on community coverage at one of our weekly publications. We seek someone with a college degree, newsroom experience, strong grammar, punctuation and style skills, page-design experience and familiarity with Quark, and dedication to producing an interesting, relevant paper. A love for small-town life is essential. The Times is a one-person newsroom. Benefits include a new office now in the planning stages and an excellent benefit package including medical/dental/vision and life insurance, paid time off, 401k, rec center membership and much more. Recreational opportunities abound in this scenic area, where the mountains meet canyon country. This is a drug-free workplace and an equal-opportunity employer. Send resume, clips and cover letter to Suzy Meyer, Publisher, Montezuma Valley Publishing, PO Box J, Cortez, CO 81321 by May 1, or e-mail to jobapps@cortezjournal.com.
ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE ‘EXTRAORDINAIRE’ WANTED
We're looking for that next great addition to our talented staff of dedicated individuals. As one of the largest publications in Boulder County, we’re looking for that next rising star. If you have sales experience or simply believe you would make a great salesperson, we'd love to see your resume. Once on board we provide extensive training, strong sales support, a starting ‘living’ salary with an ongoing base, competitive commission structure, benefits, and as an A&E publication a few good perks too. One note as a fledging account executive: your primary mode of income will be commission based, please be prepared to respond only if you are ready to take on objections, rejections and all the other challenges a great sales career offers. We strive to provide both a product we can be proud of, but a culture in which people feel valued in their job as well. As a company we strive to provide an environment of value and respect toward each employee, however we are seeking this same attitude with those that would like to join our team. Previous sales experience is not essential but the right attitude absolutely is. If you are a Superstar or believe you can be one, send your resume to: hr@theyellowscene.com or fax:303-265-9654
Posted April 7 Expires May 7
CIRCULATION MANAGER
Craig Daily Press, an award-winning 3700 circulation daily newspaper, is searching for a customer service-oriented, self-motivated person to lead its circulation department. Our unique distribution model includes free newsstand distribution combined with paid home delivery Monday through Friday and home delivery saturation distribution on Saturday. We also provide contract delivery for a daily statewide newspaper. This is a dynamic fast-paced position. It requires a person who can successfully balance the demands of our distribution model, while focusing on increasing core circulation through customer retention programs and new sales. This is an ideal position for a person ready to assume the challenge of management after thee years experience working in a circulation environment. Craig is friendly, tight-knit community located in beautiful Northwest Colorado offering unsurpassed outdoor recreational opportunities. We offer a competitive salary plus performance bonuses, excellent medical and dental insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid vacation and holidays and a work environment that fosters professional growth. Qualified candidates should E-mail, mail or fax their resume, references and salary requirements to publisher Bryce Jacobson, bjacobson@craigdailypress.com, 466 Yampa Ave, Craig, Colorado 81625, 970-824-6810.
Posted March 31 Expires May 1
EDITOR
The Silverton Standard and the Miner, Silverton's own weekly newspaper, is in immediate need of an editor. We are looking for a jack of all trades that can write, edit, and even sell advertising. The position is based in our Silverton office and includes medical, dental, 401K, flexible tax spending plans, paid vacation and more! If you are ready for the challenge that this great Colorado mountain town can offer, please send your resume and clips to: Wendy Rodriguez, Publisher The Silverton Standard PO Box 2315 Telluride, CO 81435.
Posted March 31 Expires May 1
COMMUNITY JOURNALIST
A reporter equally adept at covering cops and breaking news as he or she is at human-interest features, who also has a knack for edgy design and photography. Five day-a-week daily seeks the right person to provide stories and design. The Valley Courier covers events, activities and people in the unique and beautiful San Luis Valley in south-central Colorado, a great place to work and play. The right person must be flexible in attitude and habits, be able generate stories, and design sharp attractive pages. Experience with PageMaker and photography a definite plus. Candidates with at least one to three years preferred. Benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, references and clips via e-mail to hewhallock@yahoo.com; or snail mail to Valley Courier, attn: Editor, PO Box 1099, Alamosa, CO 81101.
Posted March 31 Expires May 1
NEWSPAPER REPORTER
Award winning weekly newspaper in Berthoud needs part time reporter/intern. The right person will cover: local government and features. Tuesday night coverage of Town Board meeting is essential to the position and must be attended. Pay based upon quality of writing and number of assignments given to reporter by editor. Please send cover letter, resume, references and clips to: Berthoud Weekly Surveyor Attn: Editor PO Box 1098 Berthoud, CO 80513, or e-mail to rick@berthoudsurveyor.com or fax to 970-532-5424. No phone calls please.
REPORTER
A reporter equally adept at covering cops and breaking news as he or she is at human-interest features, who also has a knack for edgy design and photography. Five day-a-week daily seeks the right person to provide stories and design. The Valley Courier covers events, activities and people in the unique and beautiful San Luis Valley in south-central Colorado, a great place to work and play. The right person must be flexible in attitude and habits, be able generate stories, and design sharp attractive pages. Experience with PageMaker and photography a definite plus. Candidates with at least one to three years preferred. Benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, references and clips via e-mail to hewhallock@yahoo.com; or snail mail to Valley Courier, attn: Editor, PO Box 1099, Alamosa, CO 81101.
Posted March 22 Expires April 22
NEWS REPORTER
The Mountain Mail, an award-winning small daily newspaper in Salida, Colorado, has an opening for a person with good writing and reporting skills to cover local government meetings, breaking news, features and other assignments. This is a great opportunity to get a variety of experience on a small daily. Salida has been noted as a "best place to live" by Outside Magazine and Mens' Health. Great outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking, biking, skiing and climbing. A journalism degree and experience on a community newspaper are preferred but we will work with the right individual. The successful applicant must be well-organized and be able to turn around multiple news stories under deadline. Photo skills are a plus. Send a letter of interest and resume to Christopher Kolomitz, Managing Editor, The Mountain Mail, POB 189, Salida, CO 81201, or e-mail news@avpsalida.com.
Posted March 22 Expires April 22
REPORTER
The Montrose Daily Press, an award-winning daily newspaper in southwest Colorado, is seeking a reporter with excellent writing skills to join its editorial staff. The staff writer position involves education and business reporting in addition to feature writing and general news assignments. This position is full time. We offer excellent pay and benefits. If you want a chance to work at a challenging daily located near four ski resorts and lots of recreational opportunities, e-mail your resume, writing clips, and references to: Bill Swaim, Managing Editor, Montrose Daily Press, P.O. Box 850, Montrose, CO 81401. Call (970)252-7030 or e-mail editor@montrosepress.com. p
Posted March 16 expires April 16
EDITOR/REPORTER
MetroWest Newspapers is seeking a skilled editor/reporter to cover a growing region in the north Denver area. The position includes some feature writing and business reporting in addition to general news assignments. Position will work independently and be responsible for the news coverage of a three-community area. Experience in photography is a plus. Please send résumé and clips to MetroWest Newspapers, 139 N. Main St., Brighton, CO 80601 or e-mail amessick@metrowestnewspapers.com.
Posted March 16 Expires April 16
OUTSIDE SALES PROFESSIONAL
Picture yourself as part of a dynamic team that provides excellent results, design and service for Loveland businesses. Our three advertising production teams are composed of sales, support, art production and leaders. You can rely on them to back you up as they get to know your customers. Our team needs a seasoned person, who has the ability to make the customer’s result their main focus and the ability to fit into a team culture that highlights achieving goals. You will use your creative, organizational and communication skills, with both customers and co-workers. Your goal would be to see your team and your customers achieve excellent results. Does this sound like an environment you could connect with? Wait, theres more! The successful advertising sales professional can make an excellent income. This comes in the form of a salary, lucrative bonus potential for the successful individual and 401k program, combined with a competitive health benefits package. Complete this picture, fill the empty spot on our team by responding ASAP with cover letter and resume to: Loveland Daily Reporter-Herald, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 59, Loveland, CO 80539 or e-mail hr@reporter-herald.com.
Posted March 8 Expires April 8
PUBLISHER
Job Description: Award winning daily in Vail, CO seeks experienced publisher for talented, dynamic team. Publisher will need to take on major roles with the community, department head leadership and sales. Ideal candidate will have successfully published a daily newspaper, preferably with more than 15,000 daily circulation. For more information on this exciting opportunity, contact Steve Pope, General Manager, Colorado Mountain News Media. Salary: TBD Contact EOE Info: spope@cmnm.org
Posted March 8 Expires April 8
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR
The candidate's primary responsibility is to grow advertising revenues, market share and customer service leadership. Additional responsibilities will include hire, train, evaluate and manage salespeople and sales support staff. In addition, the person in this role will manage all aspects of advertising payroll, incentives and compensation plans. Developing teamwork and maintaining employee morale are also key aspects of the job. We are looking for an individual who has the ability to grow into a publisher position within our organization. EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to: mruoccogorla@cmnm.org
Posted March 8 Expires April 8
PHOTOGRAPHER
The Craig Daily Press, an award-winning 3,700-circulation daily newspaper in northwest Colorado, is seeking a photographer with excellent writing skills to join its editorial staff. The work is approximately 70 percent photo and 30 percent reporting/writing. Experience with Photoshop and color correction is required. Experience with Quark is preferred. Staff reporters/photographers meet story/photo quotas and contribute to a variety of special sections and projects. Photography ranges from sports and features to news and wild art. This position is full time. We offer excellent salary and benefits and opportunity for growth. If you want a chance to work at a challenging daily located near a world-class ski resort and lots of recreational opportunities, e-mail your resume, writing clips, references and up to six .jpg images to editor Michelle Perry at mperry@craigdailypress.com or mail materials, including a portfolio on a Mac-compatible CD, to P.O. Box 5, Craig, CO 81626.
Posted March 8 Expires April 8
MAJOR/NATIONAL ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE
The Daily Times-Call in Longmont is currently seeking a Major/National Advertising Account Representative. Primary responsibilities include selling and servicing established major and national advertising accounts, plus developing new accounts through a consistent program of prospecting. Requires excellent people and time-management skills, attention to detail, creativity, and a proven track record. College degree preferred; related experience required. Excellent earning potential and benefits package. Mail resume with cover letter to Human Resources, Attn: Major/National Sales, Daily Times-Call, P.O. Box 299, Longmont, CO 80502; fax to Human Resources, Attn: Major/National Sales at (303)776-0837; or e-mail HR@lehmancomm.com
Posted March 8 Expires April 8
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER
We seek a motivated team leader supervise two to four person inside classified sales department for growing group of weekly newspapers and 5-day a week daily in Aurora CO. Should lead by example and have both sales and management skills. Strong phone and computer skills a must. Web sales experience a plus. Ideal candidate will have phone room supervision experience, preferably with a daily newspaper or weekly group and proven history of revenue growth. Compensation commensurate with experience and competitive. Salary base plus commission/bonus and benefit package. Resume and cover letter to publisher@aurorasentinel.com Fax 720 449-9030 Posted March 8 Expires April 8
