New York News Publishers Association

Job Bank

Members of NYNPA can post job openings at their newspapers for free in the job bank below by e-mailing their listing to dferlazzo@nynpa.com. Be sure to include a listing expiration date, or let us know when the job has been filled. Non-member newspapers interested in posting their job openings here should contact dferlazzo@nynpa.com for listing rates and information.

Albany Correspondent - The Journal News, White Plains (posted 2/22/10)

Position provides high-quality watchdog and breaking news content on state government and politics for Gannett New York across multiple platforms. The Albany Correspondent is a self-starter with outstanding people and written and verbal communication skills, and has the ability to excel under intense deadline pressure in a competitive market.

The person needs to be able to handle short- and long-term assignments and be able to learn, contribute and innovate in a rapidly changing news environment. Demonstrates flexibility and is skilled with multitasking, including writing for blogs and appearing on Webcasts and media programs. Uses times efficiently. Contributes to a team environment and shares knowledge and skills with colleagues through peer training. Leads by example in performance and attitude. Pursues ongoing professional development.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Generates & customizes breaking and enterprise content for multiple platforms, drawing on knowledge, expertise and sources on a specific topic or topics. Does interviews on and off camera.

* Develops a deep understanding of our audience and connects with the audience through blogs, social networking and direct contact.

* Uses technology to optimize presentation of content, including photos, videos, mapping, data, etc. Learns the basics in emerging technology to stay current.

* Other duties assigned by Bureau Chief

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's Degree, preferably in journalism, communications or a related field -- or equivalent experience; and four or more years of daily journalism experience, preferably in a multiple platform environment.

Must have a valid driver's license and access to an automobile. Must be able to work in all weather conditions, night and day, and be available to work weekends and holidays.

The Journal News offers competitive salaries and complete benefits. We welcome diversity & maintain a safe drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

If interested send resume and clips to:
Sydney A. Vernon

Manager, Employee Programs & Recruitment
The Journal News
One Gannett Drive
White Plains, NY 10604
914-694-5335: Phone
914-696-8174: Fax
E-mail: svernon@LoHud.com
Visit us @ www.LoHud.com

Advertising Sales Managers - GateHouse Media, Central/Upstate NY (posted 12/11/09)

The Atlantic Region of GateHouse Media, Inc is recruiting for a few key sales leadership positions in Central/Upstate New York. We’re serious about growing retail and online revenue in 2010!

These positions will be required to be in the field--coaching, training, motivating and selling. We’re looking for managers who can lead a group of multi-media sales executives to goal achievement monthly, quarterly and annually. We’re in the process of transforming our sales culture —“how” we sell, not “what” we sell is critical as we move into 2010.

Successful sales managers will need to be driven, passionate and intense for results. We’re not looking for people to help us explain losses driven by the economy. This is a great career opportunity for someone looking to grow into a bigger management role within our growing company.

We have an arsenal of print and online sales programs and a commitment from the top down to grow retail and online revenue! We offer a competitive compensation package, negotiable based on experience. A reliable, insured vehicle is required.

To be considered, please send your resume via email to:

Jim O’Rourke
Group Publisher/Regional Manager
jorourke@gatehousemedia.com

Advertising Director - The Daily Star, Oneonta (posted 12/7/09)

The Daily Star, a six-day per week 16,000 circulation newspaper that services a four-county area in beautiful upstate New York, is seeking a high-energy, experienced, advertising professional who can lead our advertising department to the next level of success. Candidates must possess strong organizational and communication skills along with the leadership needed to guide a staff through these challenging times. The Advertising Director leads a staff of 11 and is responsible for generating all advertising revenue, including for our weekly publication The Cooperstown Crier and TMC, The Weekly Star, retail and classified sales along with a quarterly magazine, special sections and Internet sales. This person will work to meet the monthly department goals by developing the staff through training and direction in addition to creatively producing products and advertising opportunities that will serve the advertising community and boost revenue. This creativity would include a multi-platform approach using existing and new products with print and online offerings.

This person will need to be a proven leader with a track record of meeting revenue targets along with effective expense management. Budgeting skills along with strategic development and implementation are necessary.

The Daily Star annually is a New York state award-winning publication based in Oneonta. Its circulation area includes Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame, and an area roughly the size of the state of Delaware. It is home to three state universities and Hartwick College, a private university.

Qualified candidates will have management experience in advertising, organizational and interpersonal skills with a creative approach in revenue development and emphasis on customer service. Interested individuals should send a resume and salary requirements to: Publisher Tanya Shalor, The Daily Star, P.O. Box 250, Oneonta, NY 13820, or e-mail to: tshalor@thedailystar.com.

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