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Positions open

Publisher, The News-Review, Roseburg OR
Do you have passion for excellence and a drive for success? Do you enjoy looking for new and exciting ways to grow a business? If so, The News-Review Publishing Company, part of Swift Communications, is looking for you to join our team. The Publisher is responsible for the business and operational success of the six-day daily newspaper serving Douglas County Oregon. In addition to the 16,600 paid circulation newspaper the publisher is responsible for shopper publications, a phone book, and the website, nrtoday.com. This is the senior management position at the NRPC. Responsibilities include: strategic planning and implementation, personnel management and financial and legal well-being. The publisher has operational oversight for all departments. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of seven years management experience in a media organization with expertise in print and digital products; a documented track record of improving financial results by increasing readership and/or revenue; and the demonstrated ability to develop and inspire a high-performance team. The Publisher will collaborate with other Swift publication leaders and become an integral part of this family-owned, progressive company. The News-Review is located in the Umpqua Valley, less than two hours from the Pacific Ocean and Crater Lake. It is the only county-seat daily newspaper for Douglas County, an area known for great salmon fishing, moderate climate, beautiful rivers and mountains, tall trees, and fine wines. Candidates are invited to submit an introductory letter and resume to recruiting@nrtoday.com. (placed 2/21/2012)

Marketing/Sales
The News-Register is seeking to fill two Marketing / Sales positions. One position will focus on outside sales calls combined with marketing consulting. The other, which requires strong computer skills, will focus on telephone and Internet sales/marketing. These positions require the ability to multitask and consistently meet multiple deadlines. Our dream employees would be team players with a strong work ethic and excellent customer service skills. These people must be able to talk affirmatively with business owners and managers about the importance of maintaining a broad-based advertising/ marketing program, and to help in its development and implementation. In exchange for those talents, we provide a base salary plus commission, and a solid benefits package. And, you’ll get to work with a lot of fun, committed people! Pre-employment drug screening will be conducted. Please email your resume to: Christy Nielsen Advertising Director, cnielsen@newsregister.com. (placed 2/21/2012)

Digital media/web specialist
The World in Coos Bay is seeking a Digital Media / Web Specialist. This position reports to the ad director and works closely with Advertising, Classified, Circulation, Editorial departments, and external customers including advertising clients and website audience. The Digital Media / Web Specialist contributes to the company's overall online strategy by performing daily operations and maintenance associated with the delivery of content and advertising on our local websites. They work closely with the editorial staff in the placement and support of news and information. They closely monitor our audience activity and site performance to recommend placement of advertising and circulation promotion materials to increase revenue and audience opportunities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Create/design prototypes, including design, site navigation and layout of content; create visual concepts that promote audience participation and ease of navigation; build and maintain websites using standard conventions that ensure they are universally accessible; design and administer email blasts as well as promotions to grow lists associated with them; perform administration, maintenance and updates to existing websites as needed; know and support all Interactive Media Builder (IMB) products; use Adobe Software Suite to build static, animated and/or flash advertising; know Content Management System (CMS) for the delivery of editorial content on our websites; administer CMS user accounts for staff and web users; know Yahoo APT to deliver advertising to websites; provide monthly traffic analysis for Pageviews, Visits, Pageviews per Session and Unique Visitors; make site change recommendations to advertising, editorial and circulation from Omniture traffic analysis; responsible to identify and resolve website technical problems; comply with all applicable safety regulations; contributes to the overall success of the department by contributing ideas and solution in a positive, proactive manner; and other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:have excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines; follow established Yahoo standards for flash, banner and static web advertising design; effectively communicate and follow-through with team members and other departments; understands and follows written and verbal instructions; know HTML and CSS tools to build style sheets and page layouts; know Web Graphics Tools: Adobe Suite, PhotoShop, Flash, FTP, Web based tools; follow established standards on files stored and navigate using operating system; efficiently prioritize and organize daily tasks; work flexible hours as customer and business needs arise; math skills with addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages; be proficient with Microsoft Office software including word processing, Excel and Outlook email; and be self-motivated, innovative, and creative. We are creating a “World Class Workplace,” and we need someone who wants to be a part of something special. We offer a base salary, and a strong benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation and more. Send your resume and cover letter to The World, Human Resources Department, PO Box 1840, Coos Bay OR 97420. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. (placed 2/13/2012)

Advertising account executive, health and medical
The Bulletin is looking for a professional Sales and Marketing person to manage our Health and Medical accounts. The Health industry and its related fields are very dynamic and growing rapidly in Central Oregon, offering excellent potential for growth to the right person. The position plays a key role in several niche and core publications related to the field, which are widely read by the public and helpful in connecting advertisers with their target audiences. Our capabilities and offerings continue to grow — bring your expertise to the table and help us grow business for our clients! This full time position requires creativity, a passion for helping, a background in consultative sales, time management and prospecting skills. 2-4 years outside advertising sales experience is preferable but we will train the right candidate. Experience managing both local direct and agency clients a plus. The position offers a competitive compensation package including benefits, and rewards an aggressive, solution-focused salesperson with excellent earning potential. Please send your resume, cover letter and salary history to Sean L. Tate, Advertising Manager, state@bendbulletin.com. You may also drop off your resume in person or mail it to 1777 SW Chandler, Bend OR 97701. No phone inquiries please. EOE / Drug Free Workplace. (placed 2/13/2012)

Printing manager
The Register-Guard in Eugene, Ore., is seeking an experienced, "hands-on" Printing Manager who is customer driven and has a high level of expertise in press and plate. The Printing Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the press personnel, problem analysis and trouble shooting of equipment, taking appropriate action in response to emergencies and ensuring a high standard of performance in meeting deadlines and print quality standards. Salary is commensurate with experience and expertise. We are seeking a leader who can be our primary expert in printing and the related planning and preparation; manage multiple disciplines of work and projects; lead the department in improving equipment performance, reliability and uptime and print quality; manage in a 7X24X365 production environment; develop a work environment that promotes trust, teamwork, quality and safety; respond to problems in a tactful and expedient manner; effectively organize, plan and implement projects and prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets. Qualified applicants who are interested in joining a successful and respected organization should submit an application, cover letter and state salary expectation by February 6, 2012 to rgjob.applications@registerguard.com or mail to Printing Manager, The Register-Guard, 3500 Chad Drive, Eugene OR 97408. A complete job description and application available at registerguard.com. (placed 1/23/2012)

Advertising representative
Northwest Boomer & Senior News in Salem, part of the Eagle Newspapers, Inc. group, is accepting resumes for an open Advertising Representative position with our Marion-Polk edition. We're looking for the right fit – a highly motivated and creative person, who would enjoy the work as well as the challenge of growing our monthly print publication, which has been in business for 30 successful years. If you like to win in business and are customer-oriented, we'd like to hear from you. We offer a base wage, excellent commissions, mileage and cell phone reimbursement, health care, vacation and 401(k) - everything you'd expect from a great company. EOE. Pre-employment drug screen as well as motor vehicle driving record check required. Reliable transportation and evidence of insurability a must. Potential is there to sell $250,000 a year in advertising, make a great living and work with a quality group of people. Join our winning team - send your resume to dthouvenel@eaglenewspapers.com. (placed 1/4/2012)

Sports editor
The Siskiyou Daily News – a Monday-Friday publication in beautiful Northern California – has an immediate opening for a sports editor/page designer. Our ideal candidate has knowledge of AP style, is passionate about sports, and is proficient in Quark XPress and Photoshop. Position will include covering local youth, high school and college teams, posting short videos to our website, SiskiyouDaily.com, designing daily sports pages and occasionally assisting the news department with page layout. Based in Yreka, Calif., you will be able to enjoy outdoor activities year-round – we are located less than an hour away from two ski/snowboard parks, and the county boasts numerous lakes and trails that are perfect for fishing, mountain biking, hiking and more. Salary depends on experience. We offer a full benefits package, vacation and flexible work hours. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and writing and layout samples to hdodds@siskiyoudaily.com or PO Box 129, Yreka CA 96097. (placed 12/30/2011)

Print product specialist
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Developing creative solutions to challenges and continually developing fresh ideas for our existing suite of products and participates in innovative product development; supporting the sales team by providing leads, training and presentation help as it relates to niche and specialty print products; forecasting and tracking revenue in areas of responsibility; and assisting in setting goals and revenue targets. SKILLS: General knowledge of media and advertising; ability to meet deadlines and multi-task; outstanding customer service/diplomacy and negotiation skills; ability to develop harmonious relationships with both external and internal customers; drive to prospect new business; excellent time manager and ability to work under pressure; high level of motivation and creativity; consultative selling based on customer needs; matching products and services to needs and showing customers the value of solutions; self starter with excellent follow through; five years outside sales experience, preferably with a media organization; and a degree in marketing or advertising or equivalent experience. This is a regular, full time position with a base salary and competitive incentive program and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid training/vacation. Must possess a reliable, insured vehicle, valid Oregon driver's license and have a good driving record. To apply for this financially rewarding opportunity, forward your resume and salary expectations to: Dena DeRose, Advertising Director, dderose@mailtribune.com, Southern Oregon Media Group, PO Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501; FAX 541-776-4369. (placed 11/14/2011)

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