Jobs at WV Newspapers

	Executive Editor The Logan Banner and its sister newspapers are seeking a top-quality Executive Editor to oversee the news rooms of the Logan Banner, the Williamson Daily News, the Coal Valley News, The Gilbert Times and The Independent Herald in Pineville, WV. We are looking for an energetic leader with excellent news judgment, excellent general judgment, and a strong sense of what constitutes compelling content in a locally-oriented community newspaper. We seek someone who can bring fresh ideas to our newspapers and who is capable of, and passionate about, playing a key role in leading the day-to-day operations of the group's news departments to produce high-quality local content on multiple platforms. We want someone who understands and believes in classical journalistic standards, who has strong journalistic skills and enjoys using them as both a reporter and an editor, and who also has proven leadership skills. Qualifications required include a college education at a minimum, plus successful experience as a reporter, as a professional with excellent command of spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc., and as an editor/leader at one or more community newspapers. The position is hands-on and will involve both extensive reporting and extensive copy-editing in addition to managerial responsibilities. The person must also have excellent people skills, to be applied both internally and in the communities at large. The Executive Editor will report to the Publishers. Other newsroom staff will report to the Executive Editor. Very competitive compensation and benefits package. If you're interested, please contact us by emailing a cover letter, a resume, examples of your reporting/writing, and references to Jim Jenkins at jamesjenkins@heartlandpublications.com.
	ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN SALES? We are looking for you, if you are a hard worker and a team player. You also must be self-motivated and have the drive to achieve your goals. Sales experience helpful but not required. We will train you and you will be provided with an established account list. Full-benefit package is available. If you would like to be part of a fun, hard-working team, send your resume to: Sales Position P.O. Box 218-DP Grafton, WV 26354
	The Exponent Telegram, an award-winning daily newspaper in North Central West Virginia, needs a talented reporter looking to be challenged. Competitive salary and benefits package. Send resume and writing samples to: Managing Editor John Miller, P.O. Box 2000, Clarksburg, WV 26302-2000.
	Group Advertising Manager. The Logan Banner and Coal Valley News are currently a seeking an exceptional advertising management candidate to lead both the Banner and Coal Valley News ad staffs. Ideal candidate is an experienced sales and marketing professional with a proven ability to lead by example. Position offers a highly attractive compensation package including Base Salary, Bonus, 401k,Health,Dental and Life Insurance. Serious and Qualified Candidates Forward Resume:.jamesjenkins@heartlandpublications.com
	Salesperson Wanted: For The Putnam Standard and The Cabell Standard, two weekly subscription newspapers that serve Cabell and Putnam Counties. Some travel in the two counties is required. Salary and commission. To apply, send resume and letter of interest to: Standard Newspapers, P.O. Box 186, Culloden, WV 25510. Or apply via e-mail to jackbailey@putnamstandard.com.
	The Exponent Telegram, an award winning newspaper in North Central West Virginia, needs a talented reporter looking to be challenged. Candidates should have the ability to develop story ideas, interview people and write compelling stories. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail resume and writing samples to Managing Editor John G. Miller at jmiller@exponent-telegram.com. Or send resume and writing samples to: John G. Miller, P.O. Box 2000, Clarksburg, WV 26302-2000. Deadline to apply is Jan. 15.
	The Times West Virginian, a seven-day, award-winning newspaper in Fairmont, W.Va., has an immediate opening for a full-time sports reporter. The reporter will be responsible for three county high school athletic programs, as well as recreational youth sports. The candidate should have a journalism background with a degree in journalism or a related field. Experience is preferred. Background with layout and design is a must. Benefits include paid vacation, health and dental insurance and 401(k). Salary is based on experience. Please mail a cover letter, resume and clips relevant to the position to Misty Poe, Managing Editor, Times West Virginian, PO Box 2530, Fairmont WV 26555-2530 or e-mail mpoe@timeswv.com.
	Advertising Sales Professional- The award-winning Record Delta Newspaper in Buckhannon, WV seeks a full time advertising sales professional. Our ideal candidate has phenomenal communication and sales skills, customer service and problem solving experience, organization/time management skills and a competitive edge. If you have always wanted to have control of your income, implement new promotions, help clients grow their business and spend 80% of your day outside, then this is the career for you. Very generous commission percentage and a set draw every two weeks. We also offer mileage reimbursement and a benefit package that includes health, prescription discounts, 401K, life insurance and vacations. Reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license a must. EOE Please submit resume with cover letter to: The Record Delta Tammy Lyons, Publisher P.O. Box 550 Buckhannon, WV 26201
	The Dominion Post has immediate openings for a full-time copy editor/paginator. Applicants must work well under pressure, and be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. The Dominion Post is a community newspaper with a 25,000 Sunday circulation and a 22,000-plus daily circulation. We publish 365 days a year, no matter the weather or holiday – so only dependable and reliable candidates need apply. Applicants should have strong grammar, spelling and punctuation skills; knowledge of Associated Press style is a plus. Candidates must also have at least a bachelor’s degree in English or journalism, or the equivalent in journalism experience. Knowledge of QuarkXPress, Adobe InDesign or similar pagination programs is a must. The Dominion Post is an equal opportunity employer. Pay is commensurate with ability. E-mail a cover letter and resume to Managing Editor Pam Queen: meditor@dominionpost.com No phone calls.
	The Logan Banner, is accepting applications for a self-motivated reporter. Applicants should possess a degree in journalism or the equivalence in journalism experience; have a working knowledge in several areas of news reporting; possess strong grammar, spelling and punctuation skills; possess excellent people skills; knowledge of Associated Press Style, pagination with Quark and photography a plus. Full time position with benefits. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and three writing examples to msparks@loganbanner.com.
	Home Delivery Manager Posted on 12/05/11 Contact Name: Jerry Briggs Description: Leads, manages and motivates 10 District Managers and 4 Relief Managers to maximize circulation by achieving service and sales goals through employees and independent carriers. Has experience developing sales and service strategies to promote growth and reader retention. Must be able to motivate and train staffers. Jerry Briggs Circulation Director Charleston Newspapers Charleston WV 304-348-4804
	MARKETING REP: The National Newspaper Association is looking for someone who believes in newspapers to join the NNA Marketing Council as a representative for Region 3 (Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina). We need someone who is connected and who wishes to stay connected to the industry in this region, who believes community newspapers are the heart and soul of their towns, cities and counties, someone who wishes to build the newspaper industry. A representative's role will be to contact newspaper editors and publishers and tell them about NNA and why and how we can help their newspaper, their community and their industry. If you're that person, give us a call and tell us what you're thinking. Marketing reps will have flexibility to design their own plans. We offer an expense stipend and a good commission based on results. For more information contact Chip Hutcheson: chiphutcheson@timesleader.net , 270-365-5588, or Lynn Edinger at NNA: lynn@nna.org
	Seeking Executive Director: The West Virginia Press Association, based in Charleston, WV, an organization of over 85 newspapers is seeking an Executive Director effective May 1, 2012. The candidate must have significant knowledge of all facets of the newspaper industry as well as an understanding of the issues that play a significant role in the daily operations of our member newspapers. In additions to the daily duties of running the press association the executive director will also be responsible for marketing our member newspapers to businesses throughout the Mid Atlantic and Southern states. Other duties include but are not limited to, coordination of government affairs, the planning of our annual convention and the creation of a monthly online training programs focusing on advertising, circulation and editorial issues as well as topics on production and human resources. Salary will be based on experience and benefits include health insurance and retirement. Please include salary requirements in cover letter. Send resume by January 31, 2012, to Jim Spanner, P.O. Box 1787, Parkersburg, WV 26102
	Award-Winning Advertising Department is looking for a graphic designer to assist in the production of weekly advertising. Duties include advertising design, page layout, assisting customers and similar duties. Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Quark Xpress and iMacs necessary. Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Illustrator and HTML experience a plus. Unleash your creativity! Send résumé and samples (if applicable) to Moorefield Examiner, Designer Position, PO Box 380, Moorefield, WV 26836.
	Managing Editor position - Family-owned, weekly newspaper located in the Potomac Highlands of WV seeks a managing editor. Successful applicant will be expected to cover local events/meetings, write feature stories and oversee daily operations. Contact John McCoy at brookwood@hughes.net; (304)668-1751 or send resume and references to P.O. Box 1303, Franklin, WV 26807.