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ADVERTISING/SALES. The Sierra Vista Herald in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a professional newspaper advertising salesperson to sell a variety of print and online products to an established account list. Applicants must have newspaper sales experience, enjoy maintaining and building customer relationships and be goal-oriented. Please send resume including cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this job. Salary includes a base plus commission. We offer a full benefits package including health insurance and 401k. Send your application to: The Sierra Vista Herald, 102 Fab Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635, Attention: Advertising Director Paul Manhave or email to paul.manhave@svherald.com. (June 29)

DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING/MARKETING. River City Newspapers, publisher of a daily newspaper Today’s News-Herald in Lake Havasu City, AZ, the weekly Parker Pioneer, two direct mail publications and other specialty publications and web sites, seeks innovative and experienced leader to fill the position of Director of Advertising and Marketing. The Director of Advertising and Marketing directs a dozen-person staff to continuously improve its market dominance of display and classified advertising in the newspapers and expand its reach through niche publications and multi-media sales. The successful candidate will have significant experience in advertising management, the ability to set standards and reach departmental goals and a flair for managing multiple projects simultaneously. This position is a key piece of the company’s management team. EEOE, NSE. Please send cover letter and resume to: Mike Quinn, President; River City Newspapers, LLC; 2225 W. Acoma Blvd., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 or email to cwalker@havasunews.com. (June 23)

COPY EDITOR. Casa Grande Dispatch seeks a copy editor to fill a vacant position in early to mid-July. Job involves editing, headline writing and layout with InDesign and regular Saturday for morning daily. Send resume, references, layout samples and salary requirements to aweaver@trivalleycentral.com. (June 12)

WEB MANAGING EDITOR. The Donald W. Reynolds National Center for Business Journalism is seeking a Web Managing Editor. The Managing Editor will be responsible for leading and managing editorial staff and freelance writers and driving the direction and presentation of content on the BusinessJournalism.org website. The ME will coordinate content for regional workshops, online seminars, online tutorials and video conferences. The ME also will coordinate the center’s marketing and advertising campaigns, including design and ad buys. Responsibilities include writing original articles for the Web site, tracking business news and trends and editing Web copy, traveling to workshops to represent the Reynolds Center and developing new Web-based programs.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in journalism and substantial experience in business journalism and Web-based journalism. Desired qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a highly driven idea generator with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and interact with diverse populations. Knowledge of Web-marketing techniques including search engine optimization to increase traffic. Proficiency in HTML, Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Final Cut Pro. Knowledge and skill in multimedia applications such as video editing, webinars, Flash and podcasting. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

To apply, please visit the ASU employment website for job ID 22507 at https://www.asu.edu/go/employment/?auth=guest and submit your cover letter, resume, references, and evaluation by June 15, 2009. The evaluation must be a single page of bullet points listing in priority order how you would improve the site. Your audience consists of U.S. journalists who report or edit business coverage on all platforms, whether that's the general assignment reporter who reports on business occasionally or the full-time business beat reporter. Your goal is to serve the needs of your audience so well that the site increases monthly unique users and time on site, both by at least 25 percent. (June 2)

WEB EDITOR. Arizona Capitol Times, an award-winning newspaper that covers politics and state government in Phoenix, seeks a talented multimedia expert to join its growing operation and take its web site to the next level. We’re searching for a web editor who can generate content, create video, slide shows and podcasts, blog, and lead our social media efforts. If you are a self-starter with excellent news judgment, and if you have at least 1-2 years of web experience, then we want to talk to you. Ideal candidates will have a degree in journalism or a related field, experience with Word Press, basic HTML, FinalCutExpress and Photoshop. Email letter, resume, references and three samples of your work to matt.bunk@azcapitoltimes.com. (May 21)

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR. The Arizona Capitol Times, the award-winning weekly newspaper serving the Capitol community in Phoenix, seeks an Advertising Director to join our team. The ad director is responsible for display and classified sales for the newspaper, special publications, focus sections and several web sites. In addition, you will assist in the sales of sponsorships for events. The ad director hires, coaches, trains and manages sales personnel, establishes strategic plans for the growth of advertising revenues, increases market share, generates ideas to create new sales opportunities and leads the overall sales effort. Email cover letter, references and resume to ginger.lamb@azcapitoltimes.com. (May 21)

COMPOSING PERSONNEL/GRAPHIC ARTIST. Great opportunity for experienced desktop personnel. Must have experience in some or all of the following MAC applications: InDesign, Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Illustrator and Multi-Ad Creator. Send resume, references, samples and salary requirements to Annette Weaver, Human Resources, Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc., aweaver@TriValleyCentral.com, P.O. Box 15002, Casa Grande, AZ 85230-5002. (May 18)

ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE. Jewish News of Greater Phoenix is looking for an experienced, hard-working print advertising account executive to join our professional sales team. You will make daily outside sales calls to a wide variety of variety of local businesses that are wonderful to work with. Your colleagues will be welcoming and supportive. The successful candidate will have a history of superior sales performance and be comfortable using MS Office software, the Internet and e-mail. Jewish News has been serving the Valley for 60 years and publishes a weekly community newspaper, quarterly lifestyle magazine, annual community directory, and two websites -- jewishaz.com and chosenaz.com. This full time position includes base, commission and benefits. E-mail your resume and cover letter to publisher@jewishaz.com. (May 16)

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER. AAR, a non-profit trade association with 42,000+ members statewide is seeking a communications manager. Write and edit articles, brochures, event scripts and product promotional materials as well as manage production of print and electronic publications. Execute effective member communications and promotional materials for the Association utilizing both print and electronic media to ensure consistent, benefit-driven messaging and cross-marketing. Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to stay abreast of activities, industry trends and member needs and builds a strong relationship with each. Build a social network to enhance AAR to member, member to AAR, and member to member communications effectiveness.

Specific Responsibilities
• Collect, write and edit all content for print and electronic publications (including working with freelancers and other outside sources who may contribute material)
• Conduct interviews and research source materials to write articles and columns
• Maintain AAR’s social mediums (Facebook, Twitter)
• Work with Webmaster in maintaining blogging platforms
• Assist with graphic standards and REALTOR® trademark enforcement
• Monitor association website content to ensure appropriateness, accuracy and timeliness, including continually searching for new sources of information
• Serve as back-up to webmaster for handling AAR website login questions and posting to sites when webmaster is out
• Maintain archiving system for association publications/communications
• Serve as association reporter/photographer as required
• Produce annual Leadership Directory (online and/or in print)
• For print magazine, oversee typesetting, layout and print; work with mailing house to ensure timely distribution; secure and/or ensure mailing permit requirements are met
• When applicable, solicit, monitor and sell publication advertising, including preparing monthly billing spreadsheet for accounting, collection calls, advertising policies
• Work with staff to draft and/or edit copy for Association collateral
• Work with Art Director and Webmaster on electronic and print publications
• Work with staff to promote the benefits of their programs
• Provide articles to local associations to use in their publications/electronic media to promote/educate members about AAR services, programs and events
• Understand evolving member business models, practices and needs
• Stay current on consumer and industry trends that may impact the association, its membership and/or the real estate industry and utilize appropriate communication vehicles to inform and assist them in adapting to those trends.
• Implement and maintain communication systems for outreach with members that nurture the member’s sense of value for and connection to AAR.
• Handle miscellaneous duties as assigned by SVP Professional and Business Development and CEO

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Minimum of 4-5 years of professional business writing experience (degree in English, journalism or related field preferred)
• Strong editorial and writing skills and the ability to coordinate publication projects from development to production to circulation
• Strong internet research skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including effective interviewing and reporting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Experience using online communities such as blogging, Facebook, Twitter
• Understanding of basic concepts of webdesign/programming and graphic design helpful
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal staff, leadership, membership and vendors
• Knowledge of printing and mailing processes
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates initiative
• Familiar with wikis, podcasting, webcasting a plus

Some overtime and travel required. Send resume and salary requirements to: BarbFreestone@aaronline.com. (May 4)

OUTSIDE SALES. News Media Corporation has an opportunity for a creative and competitive Outside Sales Representative to join our advertising team in Globe, AZ. The ideal candidate will maintain current accounts, service and sell advertising space to assigned clients and generate advertising revenue through the sales process. Additional responsibilities include developing and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers, providing the highest level of customer service. Candidate must have a minimum of two years of sales experience. Understanding of print media is desirable. Must have proven ability to develop long-term client relationships, seek out opportunity areas for business development and have the commitment to provide excellent customer service. Good time-management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and flexibility is essential. Must be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment, able to give sales presentations at all levels of management, and communicate well with clients and internal partners. Must be willing to relocate.

If this sounds like you, then we invite you to apply today! We are proud to offer an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, 401(k) and more! Training will be provided in Tucson at the Marana Weekly News.

You may submit your resume by email publisher@tucsonwest.com, by mail at: 3029 S. Kinney Rd Tucson, AZ 85713 or by fax (520) 908-0455. (May 4)

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR. The Arizona Capitol Times, the award-winning weekly newspaper serving the Capitol community in Phoenix, seeks an advertising director to join its team. The Advertising Director is responsible for the display and classified sales of the newspaper, special sections and the web site. The individual generally hires, coaches, trains and manages sales personnel, establishes strategic plans for the growth of advertising revenues, seeks out the means of increasing market share, generates ideas to create new sales to win over potential clients, and leads the overall sales effort (Display and Classified). The Advertising Director reports to the Publisher.

Responsibilities include:
1. Supervises and hires the classified and display sales team members.
2. Meets the goals outlined in the annual sales budget. Takes an active role in creating the advertising budget and putting together a budget plan. Works with subordinate supervisors and sales people to determine how to reach monthly goals.
3. Provides leadership. This person serves as a mentor, coach and trainer for the sales department. When needed this person will go on sales calls with the staff, provide one on one training and send salespeople to outside training if appropriate.
4. Provide frequent, regularly scheduled report to the Publisher that reviews the successes and challenges of each month.
5. Recruits staff members as needed.
6. Serve as a member of the management team responsible for growing publications and carrying out the annual budget plan. Attend the weekly management meetings and share what is going on in the sales department.
7. Plans sales strategies to maximize revenue potential by developing an understanding of the market and our growth potential.
8. Determines account assignments. Meets with staff members on a weekly basis as a team and meets with individuals on a regular basis to assure everyone is working efficiently and making their goals. Manage the draft system for display sales and the category system for classified sales.
9. Creates monthly sales goals for classified and display salespeople which are approved by the Publisher. Goals must be distributed quarterly at least one month prior to the start of the quarter. Approves sales commissions, manual pricing, credits, etc.
10. Oversees or performs annual performance reviews on all salespeople. Meets with salespeople at the start of each year to work on annual goal setting.
11. Analyzes sales results on an ongoing basis and provides accurate weekly reporting to the Publisher and others as needed. Tracks and reviews weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports and projections. Assure that sales records for goal setting and budget planning are maintained. Assure that orders go into our billing system correctly and bills are correct. Stay involved with the sales staff and know if a bad month or problem is coming. Find a solution before the problem gets out of hand.
112. Know market trends and competitor information. Develop plans to the market share.
13. Assist the sales staff with putting together proposals, contracts and in person presentations. Know which clients they are working on and where they are when they are out of the office.
14. Make recommendations to the Publisher for new special sections, features, partnerships or incentive programs.
15. Work with the Publisher and the Comptroller to have up to date contracts for any advertising trades and to be sure they are being tracked
16. Work with the Publisher to coordinate the annual special sections calendar, media kit and all advertising promotional materials. Work with the appropriate person and other departments’ on layouts, page count and publication dummying as necessary.
17. Work with the sales staff to be sure they are attending business networking events, participating on membership organization committees and attend all publication events.
18. Work with the appropriate person to plan potential trade shows, establish new partnerships, develop paper distribution opportunities and grow visibility for newspaper and web products.
19. Review monthly advertising financials.
20. Other duties as assigned. Compensation includes base and bonuses based on goal attainment.

Benefits include 401K, medical, dental and vision. Email cover letter, resume and references to ginger.lamb@azcapitoltimes.com. (May 1)

SPORTS EDITOR. Prescott Newspapers, Inc., featuring the award winning 17K circulation Daily Courier, in the mountain environment of Prescott, AZ is looking for an experienced Sports Editor. The Daily Courier is published seven days a week with an a.m. distribution. The right candidate will direct the activities of the sports department, supervise sports reporter staff, produce and edit the sports pages. Previous sports reporter and sports editor experience, strong layout and design experience must. PNI offers an excellent benefit package. NSE EEOE. (Apr. 17)