Thursday, December 5, 2013

Web design #internship, Bluegrass Battles Hunger, St. Joseph

About Us
Bluegrass Battles Hunger is a 501c3 organization based in St. Joseph, Mo. BBH is an annual two-day concert held at the end of September each year. The concert benefits Second Harvest Community Food Bank. In the four years of the event, we have donated more than $6,850 and collected more than 3,645 pounds of food to support Second Harvest. We are a cooperative team, relying on the abilities of all its members to keep growing this event.

Job Description 
We are looking for someone wanting to build a resume as well as impact hunger in our area. This person has a passion for beautiful code with WordPress experience. You don't just “cut things up” -- you translate design into a brilliant user experience and you're not satisfied until it looks pixel-perfect. You're passionate about writing logical, well-structured code that's easy to navigate. You don't consider a project done until it works in IE. You test your code on multiple browsers at all times and know how to iron out the kinks. Students considering Graphic Design, Interactive Digital Media, and Advertising/Marketing are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

  • Dependable
  • Organized
  • Self-starter
  • Love clean and minimal markup
  • Designing and developing a theme and plugins for WordPress, which follow best development practices and methodologies.
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO)


Please send your cover letter, resume, and portfolio to info@bluegrassbattleshunger.com.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Marketing Internship, Chariton, Iowa

Lucas County Health Center

Assists with the development and coordination of programs for marketing new and existing health center services to the community. Assists with the planning and execution of events sponsored by LCHC. Represents the provider organization in interactions with the community and creates and disseminates information on hospital activities of public interest.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality; and both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, patients, and visitors, and satisfactory job performance despite the stress of a hospital work environment. 
  • Incorporates Mission, Vision and Core Values of LCHC into department, and ensures departmental employees and self adhere to these.
  • Wears appropriate apparel for the position and displays name tag upon such apparel.
  • Assists with planning, organizing, and writing the Health Center’s internal and external communications.
  • Plans and executes special events which serve to advance staff, patient, and community relations.
  • Provides creative support for departmental publications and for all publications that advance the objectives of the Health Center.
  • Works directly with members of the public and specific community groups on projects which enhance the image of the Health Center and advance its objectives.
  • Contacts the media to promote innovative programs, positive developments, employee promotions, personal achievements, retirements or other goodwill information. Encourages open houses and tours to exhibit positive programs.
  • Participates in appropriate community activities which reflect a positive image of the Health Center.
  • Design ads and develop editorial copy for newspapers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Employees in this job classification have been identified as having the likelihood of occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, therefore are included in the OSHA Exposure Control Plan with it's specification for preventing contact with the above materials.
  • The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)


EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Currently working on obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing/Public Relations, Journalism, Communication or related field.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT:

  • Computer 
  • Photocopier
  • Fax machine
  • Calculator
  • Telephone
  • Printer 
  • Various Software Programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Professional, PageMaker or Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suites

Contact Information
Ms. Jena Danner
Marketing Director
1200 N. 7th Street
Chariton, Iowa 50049
United States
641-774-3219

Friday, October 25, 2013

2014 Carnegie-Knight News21 program deadline Nov. 10

The deadline for nominations to the 2014 Carnegie-Knight News21 program is Nov. 10.

Students accepted into this nationally acclaimed program, sponsored by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation of New York, receive an unparalleled experience working one-on-one with some of the best journalism minds in the country on in-depth and digitally innovative projects. Over the past four years, their work has received unprecedented national distribution and recognition, including page one stories in The Washington Post and top display on nbc.com as well as in many other news publications and websites.

Past News21 fellows have an employment placement record - both qualitatively and quantitatively - that is far superior to both the national averages and the placements of peers within their institutions. But we strongly believe that the program benefits far more than the individual students who participate. Schools that have been part of News21, with its emphasis on meaningful, in-depth reporting and experiential learning, have found the program a helpful tool in moving their curricula forward and promoting innovation.

We will be accepting a limited number of fellows for the coming program, which will begin in January of 2014 with a virtual seminar taught by one of the leading editors of our time: Leonard Downie Jr., longtime editor of The Washington Post. The seminar will immerse students in an important and timely topic – gun ownership in the United States, with a particular view of lobbying efforts on gun legislation and varying practices and policies in key states. We will make arrangements with students so they can follow the seminar remotely. Although students can take the seminar without charge (and without receiving formal academic credit unless their schools decide to allow independent study credit), students are expected to complete the seminar to Professor Downie's satisfaction before moving into the 10-week summer fellowship experience. During the summer reporting program, students will work out of a state-of-the-art digital newsroom at the Cronkite School in downtown Phoenix, traveling throughout the country as needed for the project.

All program costs are covered except $10,000 in salary and travel stipend for each fellow, which is covered by the participating school. Schools may nominate more than one fellow. Fellows for the 2013 project came from 12 universities: ASU, Central Michigan University, Florida International University, University of Florida, Kent State University, University of Maryland, University of Minnesota, University of Missouri, University of Nebraska, University of Oklahoma, University of Oregon and University of Texas. Many of these fellows received additional support from a range of philanthropies and foundations that The Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation, the Hearst Foundations, the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, the Peter Kiewit Foundation of Omaha, Neb., and Women & Philanthropy, part of ASU’s Foundation for a New American University.

You can find more about the 2014 News21 program and the application process at http://news21.com/jschools/. Applications are due by Nov. 10, and we will notify schools of placements by Dec. 1.

I also recommend that you take a look at the extremely impressive 2013 project on post-9/11 veterans (http://backhome.news21.com/). It has gotten widespread attention around the country and prominent play in many major national publications and I think is our best News21 project yet.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me, News21 administrator Kristin Gilger (Kristin.gilger@asu.edu).

Thank you for your interest.

Kristin Gilger
Associate Dean
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
602.496.9448
http://cronkite.asu.edu
http://facebook.com/CronkiteSchool
http://twitter.com/Cronkite_ASU

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Unpaid Internship? No thank you.

If you want me to post your internship, it had better be paid. Otherwise, I won't promote it. I also won't recommend any students work for your company. Period.

Why? Simple. The more I research unpaid internships, the more I discover they offer little value to the student. In the cases where they do, the student was typically worked to the bone doing the job of a full-time employee -- sometimes more than one -- for no compensation other than "experience." I call that slave labor. It's unethical. It's immoral. And in most cases, it's illegal. A court ruling over the summer may end them once and for all. But it will take time.

In the meantime, I continually hear from my own students and students who follow my Twitter feed that their unpaid internships were brutal, exhausting, and frequently offered little supervision or training. One student who worked in an unpaid internship this past summer told me he wrote eight stories a week for the newspaper. He never once received feedback from the editor. He had to drive his own car to assignments without reimbursement for gas. And he was expected to pay for parking for the privilege of college credit -- for which he was also paying -- with nothing else in return. Yes, he says he got a ton of clips, but he also worked 45 hours a week. And when his internship ended, the small-town paper (which I won't name, but probably should, because the editor their won't call me back to confirm this) then advertised for a full-time paid reporter to replace him. In essence, the paper used him as free labor over the summer to fill an open position, and when his 10-week internship ended, they filled the void. They should have paid him. I told him to sue. He wants to forget about it.

More and more of these stories are cropping up in the news. And most of the time, it's because corporate greed outweighs doing the right thing.

I've decided I can no longer morally support unpaid internships. And I won't. Students, I'm sorry, but if you want one, you will have to find them through another source.

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Graphic Design Internship, Merriam, Kansas


Graphic Design Internship
Great Plains SCPA
Merriam , Kansas (United States)

Description
Great Plains SPCA is seeking a creative and qualified intern to assist in the design, development and production of creative projects. This intern will gain hands-on experience, expand his or her portfolio and professional network, all while working in a fast-paced and friendly environment to help needy animals. Working directly with the Chief of Communications, Manager of Creative Communications and Manager of Online Marketing, this intern will design pieces to increase awareness and raise support for the organization.

Mission of Organization: To save, protect and improve the lives of animals, while strengthening the relationship between pets and their human companions.

Company Description: Great Plains SPCA the Kansas City Metro’s most comprehensive No Kill animal welfare organization, serving more than 30,000 needy pets annually – more than any other agency in the area. Our team works hard every day to be a lifeline to a better future for animals because we know that with a little support, people and pets can build a bond unlike any other to create happier homes and a stronger community that values life and love. Our environment is fun and informal (no suits or ties necessary!) but hard-working (we are passionate about our mission!). It’s hard to have a bad day when you work next to puppies and kittens!

Job Duties

  • Design and produce marketing materials including flyers, advertisements, signage, documents and branded pieces.
  • Provide support for promotions, campaigns, events, and community awareness with marketing materials.
  • Create web graphics for the organization’s website, social media, and e-communication messaging.
  • Assist in coordinating production schedules as needed.
  • Present concepts given certain specs or content.

Dates/Hours/Location: Semester internship (September – December, January – May, June – August) with flexible hours of 5-15 hours per week. Primary office location at 5428 Antioch Drive, Merriam, Kansas. If necessary, the option to work remotely is available.

Job Function:
Arts/Design/Planning, Communication

Salary Level: This is an unpaid internship, but college credit is offered if it meets the school’s requirements.

Qualifications

  • Entering Junior or Senior year; majoring in Graphic Design, Communication Arts or related field.
  • Well-versed in Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop; experience with HTML a plus.
  • Familiar with the procedures and processes to take designs for print and web from concept to completion.
  • Able to work within a strict style guide and have a full understanding of brand standards.
  • Able to work quickly to meet tight deadlines, while keeping organized and maintaining a high standard of design quality.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to take direction and work independently.

Contact:
Mrs. Mallory Montgomery
Manager of Creative Communications
5428 Antioch Drive Merriam, Kansas 66202 United States

Application Instructions: Please provide your cover letter, resume, and at least 5 design samples with brief explanations of each piece to mmontgomery@greatplainsspca.org. Applications without design samples will not be considered.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Staff writer, Spencer, Iowa


STAFF WRITER POSITION

The Daily Reporter, located in Spencer, Iowa, is searching for a staff writer to join our award winning editorial team. Position available immediately. If you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you. Experience preferred but will train the right person. Strong writing skills required. Salary and benefits. Some nights and weekends required. Only serious inquiries. No phone calls

•Send cover letter, resume to: news@spencerdailyreporter.com or send hard copy to Spencer Daily Reporter, Attn: Randy Cauthron, PO Box 197, Spencer, IA 51301

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

FleishmanHillard internship, St. Louis


While at FleishmanHillard, interns have the opportunity to work with counselors to develop and execute traditional and digital media campaigns; write news releases, research papers, pitch letters and other correspondence; participate in new business opportunities; and coordinate events.

Applicants need at least a 3.2 GPA average and must have completed their junior year of undergraduate study, however, recent graduates are preferred. Applications are welcomed from students with concentrations in all major areas, but backgrounds in journalism, mass media, communications, public relations, and radio and television broadcasting are given first consideration. Experience in digital communications and/or media convergence is required.

If someone wishes to apply for the fall session, the following is what they will need to send to complete the applicant materials, which we would appreciate receiving by the July 1 deadline:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter expressing interest in the internship program
  • Writing samples (three if possible): Examples would be something written for a classroom assignment (press release, pitch letter, media kit), a campus newspaper or magazine article, or an essay, letter, or memo of some sort
  • Letter of recommendation from a former teacher, employer, or personal reference (teacher or employer are preferred)
  • Transcript (can be unofficial)

This additional information can be sent via e-mail to stlouisinterns@fleishman.com or mailed to:
Intern Coordinator
FleishmanHillard Inc.
200 North Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102

Please note our intern positions are full-time, (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday), paid positions.

If you haven't already, you're welcome to visit our website for more internship program information and e-mail address for other FH offices at http://fleishmanhillard.com/careers/internships/

Thank you for your interest in FleishmanHillard!

Monday, June 17, 2013

Communications, Graphic Design and Copy Editor Internships, @START_UMD

Communications and Research Support Internships
The National Consortium  for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism
College Park, MD


The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) at the University of Maryland is seeking interns for various communications and research transition support roles. These positions are unpaid, but students are encouraged to seek credit. Interns in these positions will be encouraged to use their assignments with START to help them build professional portfolios.

Communications

START communications interns will report to the director of communications. Responsibilities will include:

  • Writing and editing press releases
  • Writing and publishing feature stories
  • Planning and attending events
  • Creating media kits
  • Developing and tracking media lists
  • Monitoring social media
  • Assisting with strategic planning and implementation
  • Engaging in START’s educational enrichment program

Qualifications:

  • Graduate student or junior or senior majoring in journalism, communication or a related field.
  • Interest in media relations, strategic planning and public relations
  • Excellent writing and verbal skills
  • Knowledge of AP style
  • Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (required), Adobe Creative Suite

Application Instructions:
Applicants must provide a resume, cover letter and three samples. At least one of those samples should be a piece you authored. The other two may be pieces (articles, brochures, etc.) you have authored or edited.

Graphic Design

The START graphic design intern will be part of the communications internship team and will report to the director of communications. Responsibilities will include:

  • Designing and implementing report templates
  • Designing and publishing brochures and marketing materials
  • Creating flyers and programs for events
  • Creating graphic images to accompany news stories
  • Some web design
  • Creating media kits
  • Assisting with strategic planning and implementation
  • Engaging in START’s educational enrichment program

Qualifications:

  • Graduate student, junior or senior majoring in art, journalism, communication, visual communication or a related field
  • Interest in design, branding and marketing
  • Ability to work independently
  • Experience in graphic design, with an excellent portfolio of work (class projects are acceptable as portfolio submissions)
  • Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (required), Adobe Creative Suite (required)

Application Instructions:
Applicants must provide a resume, cover letter and three samples of your graphic design work. Class projects are permitted.

Copy Editor

START Copy Editor interns will report to the director of communications and the assistant director for research.

Responsibilities:

  • Copy editing research reports to be submitted to funders and for publication
  • Copy editing grant and contract proposals
  • Ensuring and enforcing a consistent style (Chicago Manual of Style) across all academic and research reports
  • Assist in developing a style guide for the organization that includes topics such as citations, foot/end notes, table of contents, etc.
  • Copy editing other materials, such as press releases, web content, brochures, etc

Qualifications:

  • Graduate student in English, Communications, Journalism or related field. Superior undergraduates with faculty recommendations will also be considered.
  • Knowledge of and experience with Chicago Manual of Style
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Ability to adhere to deadlines while handling several tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Application Instructions:
Applicants must provide a resume, cover letter and three samples. At least one of those samples should be a piece you authored. The other two may be pieces (articles, brochures, etc.) you have authored or edited.

For more information about all Communications and Research Support internships at START please contact Director of Communicatons Jessica Rivinius: rivinius@umd.edu.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Summer Journalism Internship, Kansas City


Summer Internship Available.
Kansas City


Kansas City's Northeast News, an award-winning community weekly newspaper serving Kansas City Historic Northeast area, has a summer internship opportunity working with our Managing Editor on daily and weekly editorial assignments.

This is a working, full time, eight to nine week editorial internship where the successful candidate will gain hands-on, boots-on-the-ground experience in the newspaper industry, with daily story assignments as well as the production, from concept to finished product, of our annual Back To School edition.

Think you've got what it takes?
Send your resume and writing samples to: northeastnews@socket.net.

Give your print journalism experience a leg up on your competition.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Community newspaper editor

Newspaper Editor
Chariton Valley News Press
Salisbury, Mo.



The Chariton Valley News Press, based in Salisbury, Mo., is looking for an editor. The community newspaper covers four towns and is perfect for a young journalist who is a jack of all trades -- reporting, design, photography and editing.

The position opens May 9. To apply, email publisher Pat Roll at proll@fayettenews.com.

This is a great opportunity to get immersed in community journalism and do it all.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Travel writing internship, Chicago, Ill.


Travel Writing Internship
Pedal America, Chicago, Ill.

Description
Pedal America is a national television series about travel and bicycling. Each 30-minute episode explores a North American locale that travelers can explore by bicycle. The series aims to educate and inspire all viewers to rediscover the basic joys of cycling in national parks and local urban areas.
We distribute through American Public Television to PBS's 366 affiliates in 212 markets and PBS’s Create TV network. If you'd like to see a clip, please visit our website at www.pedalamerica.tv or http://youtu.be/LkiXueNt2J8

Intern Prerequisites
Must be a junior, senior, or grad student seeking college credit. No consideration given to students graduating this year and looking for a first job.

Intern Responsibilities
The Travel Writer-Editor Intern will work closely with the show’s Executive Producer, Producer, and website builder to write and edit rich online content that supports the show’s broadcast.

Core tasks include:

  • adapting scripts to user-friendly online travel content.
  • researching great bicycle travel ideas.
  • building useful resources for our audience.
  • working with Pedal America’s social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest, including blogs, wikis, widgets, and RSS feeds to strengthen travel content.
  • updating the show’s website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube with useful content.

Preferred Skills:

  • Basic knowledge and experience of web graphic design programs, multimedia programs, and HTML.
  • Strong organizational aptitude.
  • Strong online nonlinear feature-writing and editing skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Strong Internet research skills with the ability to find compelling and relevant content and keep up with travel/bicycle travel trends.
  • Interest in recreational bicycling is preferred, but not necessary. 

Other Details
Is this a paid position?

  • No, but can lead to paid position after internship is complete and if budget allows. 

Hours per week

  • 10 hours and an in-person meeting with the executive producer once a week. 

Start Date?

  • As soon as possible.

Location (Chicago)

  • Candidate will work from home. Needs to have own computer and Internet access. Ability to meet in downtown Chicago area once a week to collaborate on work.

Contact
Ira David, Executive Producer iradavid@pedalamerica.tv
Write “CMA INTERNSHIP” in the subject line.

Social Media #Internship, Chicago


Social Media Internship
Pedal America, Chicago, Ill. 

Description
Pedal America is a national television series about travel and bicycling. Each 30-minute episode explores a North American locale that travelers can explore by bicycle. The series aims to educate and inspire all viewers to rediscover the basic joys of cycling in national parks and local urban areas.
We distribute through American Public Television to PBS's 366 affiliates in 212 markets and PBS’s Create TV network. We expect our next season to air in 2013/14. If you'd like to see a clip, please visit our website at www.pedalamerica.tv or http://youtu.be/LkiXueNt2J8

Intern Responsibilities
The Social Media and Website Design Intern will work closely with the Producer to conceptualize, create, execute, measure and evaluate, and publish website and social media content. Primary duties include learning and helping to grow a national TV show’s social media channels and other digital media projects; and ensure integrated messaging and compatible branding and marketing in social media, particularly focused on building a brand presence and followers.

Core tasks include:

  • working with Pedal America’s social media channels on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest, including blogs, wikis, widgets, and RSS feeds to strengthen marketing campaigns.
  • developing detailed analysis and reporting on performance of social media channels.
  • learning to research industry best practices for existing and emerging trends in social media and
  • recommending applications to marketing programs.
  • updating Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram and Tumblr; integration of tools and third-party applications to build followers, audience and loyalty.
  • leveraging social networking sites, tools, plugins, video & photo sharing sites, etc.
  • developing relationships with bloggers (demonstrating how we can provide a benefit to them) and leveraging those relationships to expand the Pedal America brand and create and promote content of benefit to our viewers.

Preferred Skills:

  • Basic knowledge and experience of web graphic design programs, multimedia programs, and HTML.
  • Knowledge/understanding of basic marketing principles and strategies.
  • Strong organizational aptitude.
  • Strong Internet research skills with the ability to find and compile compelling, relevant content #blog posts, news items, photos, video, etc.; and keep up with trends.
  • Interest in recreational bicycling preferred, but not necessary.

Other Details
Is this a paid position?

  • No 

Hours per week

  • 10 hours and an in-person meeting with the producer and executive producer once a week. 
Start Date?

  • As soon as possible.

Location (Chicago)

  • Candidate will work from home. Needs to have own computer and Internet access. Ability to meet in the downtown Chicago area or Evanston once a week to collaborate on work.

Contact
Ira David, Executive Producer iradavid@pedalamerica.tv
Write “CMA INTERNSHIP” in the subject line

Communication Design Internship, Birmingham, Ala.


Communication Design Internship
PROTECTIVE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Birmingham, Ala.

We are looking for a creative and innovative individual to help design visual aids and effective ways to communicate both complex data and ideas to other departments of the company. You will be working with the product design team, so an interest in business, math, finance, and/or product development is a plus.

  • Projects may include creating videos, presentations, etc.
  • Build and maintain visual aids.

Qualifications:

  • Desire to work in a collaborative workspace
  • Ability to communicate data and information well through a visual medium
  • Graphic Design/Video editing experience

Application Instructions:
Submit Resume and Example of Project Communicating complex ideas and/or data heavy analysis to Matthew.Cantor@Protective.com

Application Deadline: 5/1/2013
Pay: negotiable
Start Date: 5/20/2013 (flexible)
End Date: 8/5/2013
Schedule:  Full-time in the summer, but negotiable
Job Location: Birmingham, AL
Position Type: Internship
Citizenship: Permanent U.S. Resident, U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
Degrees: Undergrad, Bachelors or Masters
Majors: Marketing, Communication, Public Relations, Advertising, Others are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:
Matt Cantor
205-268-6428
Matthew.Cantor@Protective.com

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Communications Internship, Wells Fargo


Wells Fargo Correspondent Operations will be hiring two interns for summer 2013. The Correspondent Operations’ Internship is an entry-level, paid, summer internship that provides hands-on experience within an operations structure.

Basic Qualifications

  • Juniors or Seniors (graduating between June 2013 – June 2014) currently enrolled at least half time in a 4-year college program.

Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 12 months of demonstrated experience in leadership through involvement in clubs, fraternities or sororities, community/volunteer organizations or other leadership experience or work experience;
  • Must be available to work a full-time schedule for all 10 weeks;
  • Superb interpersonal skills;
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate ideas and strategies clearly, both verbally and in writing;
  • Strong leadership and entrepreneurial potential with a demonstrated drive for results;
  • Solid analytical and mathematical abilities;
  • Proficiency in handling multiple projects and deadlines; and
  • Able to work in a demanding and highly focused production environment, independently and collaboratively in a team.


The req number is: 01884284

Contact Sarah.Crow@wellsfargo.com for more information on how to apply.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Digital First Media, New York City

Summer and Fall Journalism Internships
Thunderdome, Digital First Media
New York City


Digital First Media is seeking summer and fall interns to work at its Thunderdome office in New York City's Financial District. Thunderdome is a nationally focused digital newsroom of approximately 40 talented individuals who work with and for DFM's network of more than 100 local newspapers, including notable brands such as The Denver Post, San Jose Mercury News, El Paso Times, and New Haven Register.

Summer internships will be full-time and fall internships part-time, and both are paid at competitive rates. Prospective candidates should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and have a GPA of at least 3.0, plus an enthusiasm for digital storytelling.

Job duties will be primarily editorial, though candidates should be flexible to other needs. Credit hours can be provided if needed. Please direct inquiries to Communications/Operations Editor Mark Lewis at mlewis@digitalfirstmedia.com.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Editor, Marengo Publishing, East Iowa


Editor


Marengo Publishing Corporation seeks a community editor for award winning East Iowa weekly newspaper group. This position is responsible for reporting and coordinating local content including print, online and visual elements.

Coverage will include local government, education, features and local interest topics. Degree in Journalism required as well as digital experience and basic photography skills. Macintosh computer skills preferred. Recent college graduates with strong internships or college newspaper experience are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are asked to attach five to seven samples of their work. We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, generous vacation policy, 401(k), tuition reimburse- ment, and more.

The Des Moines Register is committed to diversity and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer drug test and acceptable motor vehicle record.

A subsidiary of The Des Moines Register Media, Marengo Publishing Corporation is owned by Gannett Company, the nation's largest newspaper group. This position provides an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Please call Brian Rathjen, editor, at (319) 642-5506, if there are any questions.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Communications Internship, St. Joseph, Mo.

Communications Internship
St. Joseph, Mo.


The Allied Arts Council in St. Joseph, Mo., seeks an energetic intern who can work a flexible schedule (approximately 14 hours a week, more hours closer to Trails West Festival), who enjoys the non-profit industry, and is able to work the summer semester (June 3 – August 20).

Allied Arts is willing to work with any level college student, as long as they have quality communication skills. Majors which would best fit this internship include: Communications, Mass Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, but they are open to others who may have Communications experience.

The internship is not paid; however, there are many opportunities to receive excellent practical experience.  Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office required.  Details are show below.  The application deadline is March 30.


Requirements:

  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Press release, and feature article writing skills 
  • Ability to work on varying projects simultaneously
  • Ability to work on deadlines, with originality
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Familiar with Windows based computer-operating environment
  • Other office duties as assigned
  • Access to vehicle
Contact Information
Mrs. Ashley Jones
Marketing Coordinator
118 S. 8th St. 
St. Joseph, Missouri 64501
United States
816-233-0231
Fax: 816-233-6704

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Community Editor/Reporter

Community Editor/Reporter
Washington, Iowa

We are searching for newsroom professionals with strong reporting and photography skills. Proficiency using In-Design is a plus. Duties will range from covering government entities and community events to featuring the people and places of our coverage area, as well as pagination.

Inland Media Co. focuses on strong print publications while continuing to grow our social media and web presence in the county seat cities of Fairfield, Mt Pleasant and Washington, Iowa. Our publications are Monday - Friday p.m. dailies with four-person newsrooms.

A competitive salary, excellent benefits and advancement potential awaits you in one of our three southeast Iowa communities. Send resume and recent clips to darwink@lisco.com or Washington Evening Journal, c/o Darwin Sherman, 111 North Marion Ave, Washington, IA 52353.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Marketing Representative, Hampton, Iowa

Marketing Representative
The Hampton (Iowa) Chronicle

The Hampton, Chronicle, a division of Mid-America Publishing Corporation, has a career opportunity for a full-time marketing representative to serve our Cerro Gordo County market and assist with sales in our Franklin County market.

This position would include base salary with commission. This position is our lead sales person for the Mid-America Marketplace and includes established contacts in each of these markets. Cold calling will be expected in order to develop additional prospects.

The successful candidate would have sales experience, preferably in the media industry, who can develop relationships with customers to help them achieve their marketing goals. They must be self-driven and technologically adept.

To apply for the position, submit your resume, a letter of interest, and three references to ryanharvey.map@gmail.com, apply on-line at hamptonchonicle.com, or fill out an application at 9 2nd Street NW, Hampton, Iowa 50441. Don’t delay as interviews will begin immediately with qualified candidates. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

Digital Reporter/Producer, The Ames Tribune

Digital Reporter/Producer
The Ames, Iowa, Tribune

Are you a digital journalist looking for a place to stretch your limits and try new things? The Ames Tribune in Ames, Iowa, has a great job opening for the right person. We are looking for an experienced multimedia journalist to fill the newly created position of digital reporter/producer.

You'll join a small, hard-working, award-winning newsroom and focus all your talent and energy on creating compelling content for the Tribune's websites and mobile apps. Job will require reporting, writing, still and video photography and editing, multimedia storytelling, digital quality con- trol, social media management, and coordinating with colleagues in and outside the newsroom. You'll stay on top of trends and developments in digital technology and use them to create content and build audience.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in journalism with an emphasis on multimedia and considerable experience covering breaking news and creating digital content. You'll know your way around common content management systems, audio and video editing software, database and map creation, social media platforms, and whatever the next new thing is.

Ames is a college town about 30 miles north of Des Moines. We have a small-town quality of life with a big-city array of cultural and recreational opportunities. It's a great place to live. Sound intriguing? Send a letter of interest, resume and links to your online portfolio to Tribune editor Alexandra Hayne at ahayne@amestrib.com. Please, no phone calls.

Internship, The Newspapers of Iowa County

Summer 2013 Journalism Internship
The Newspapers of Iowa County

Are you looking for that perfect first professional opportunity in newspapers? Do you enjoy meeting people with a wide range of personalities and learning about what goes on in your community? Are you adept at summarizing information and conveying it in a clear and concise way? If so, the NEWSpapers of Iowa County – publishers of the Pioneer-Republican of Iowa County, Marengo; and Williamsburg Journal Tribune – is looking for just such a person to serve as a summer intern.

We are looking for the right candidate who can assist the editorial staff with covering meetings, writing features and helping out wherever else needed. The ideal candidate is from Iowa (preferably Iowa, Johnson, Linn or Poweshiek counties), in college (at least finishing his/ her sophomore year) and working toward a degree in journalism, mass communications or a related field; and is looking for that first big step into the world of mass media.

The hours will vary, but should not exceed 10 hours per week. Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Someone who can cover a meeting at least once or twice a month, and an occasional feature. Some stories will be assigned, but the best candidates will be able to offer ideas of their own. You may also be asked to assist with breaking news as needed. 
  • Photography skills are a plus but not required. Depending on your skills, we’ll have you assist with coverage at weekend events in our coverage area along with the Iowa County Fair. 

Candidates are asked to send a resume and 3-5 clips to NEWSpapers of Iowa County, Attn: Brian Rathjen, P.O. Box 208, Marengo, Iowa 52301, or email to brathjen@dmreg.com. No phone calls, please.

The Pioneer-Republican and Williamsburg Journal Tribune – along with our sister newspapers the Star Press-Union, Belle Plaine; and Poweshiek Chronicle-Republican, Grinnell – are owned by the Des Moines Register and Tribune Co., a division of Gannett Co. (the owners of the USA Today, the Iowa City Press-Citizen and many other newspapers nationwide).

Education Reporter, The Ames Tribune

Education/News Reporter
The Ames (Iowa) Tribune 

The Ames Tribune has a full-time opening for an experienced education and/or news reporter to cover Iowa State University and higher education in general. The position includes some general assignment as well.

You’ll join a small, hard-working, award-winning newsroom dedicated to creating compelling content and serving our readers. You’ll report and write short- and long-form stories for digital and print media; produce clean copy and usable photos, video and sound on tight digital and print deadlines; develop a beat, cultivate sources and be first to report news and issues in higher education in our coverage area; understand and explain budgets, contracts and other complex documents; follow legislation, court cases, issues and trends affecting post-secondary education; and understand and use social media and real-time reporting to enhance our news report and relationship with readers.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in journalism and at least two years experience as a reporter in a fast-paced news environment. You’ll know your way around common content management systems, basic photography, audio and video equipment and editing software, and social media.

Recent graduates with college news experience and an internship or two will be considered. Send a letter of interest, resume, up to five work samples and three work references we can contact to Tribune city editor Michael Crumb at mcrumb@amestrib.com. Please, no phone calls.

The Ames Tribune is part of Stephens Media Iowa, a subsidiary of Stephens Media, and an equal opportunity employer. We offer a full range of benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. A satisfactory driving record and pre-employment drug screening are required.

Community Editor/Reporter, Southeast Iowa

Community Editor/Reporter
Inland Media Company
Southeast Iowa

We are searching for newsroom professionals with strong reporting and photography skills. Proficiency using InDesign is a plus. Duties will range from covering government entities and community events to featuring the people and places of our coverage area, as well as pagination.

Inland Media Co. focuses on strong print publications while continuing to grow our social media and web presence in the county seat cities of Fairfield, Mt Pleasant and Washington, Iowa. Our publications are Monday - Friday p.m. dailies with four-person newsrooms.

A competitive salary, excellent benefits and advancement potential awaits you in one of our three southeast Iowa communities. Send resume and recent clips to darwink@lisco.com or Washington Evening Journal, c/o Darwin Sherman, 111 North Marion Ave, Washington, IA 52353.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Sports Writer opening

Sports Writer
Le Mars, Iowa


The Le Mars Daily Sentinel has an immediate opening for a sports writer. The ideal candidate will have sports writing and photography skills and bring a teamwork approach to the two-person sports department covering high school sports at seven public and private schools. Applicants may submit resumes to the Daily Sentinel editor at dseditor@frontiernet.net.

For information on the paper, visit http://www.lemarssentinel.com.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Internship, Algona Upper Des Moines

Newsroom Internship
Algona Upper Des Moines, Algona, Iowa


The Algona Upper Des Moines seeks a newsroom intern for May through August 2013. The intern will meet with business leaders in the Algona area and write up to 100 stories for the annual Progress sections.

The intern should be a self-starter, eager to learn how to write under deadline, enjoy meeting and interviewing a wide variety of people and be familiar with AP Style.

To apply, contact Mindy Baker, 14 E Nebraska Street, P.O. Box 400, Algona, IA 50511; by email at news@algona.com; or by phone at 515-295-3535. For more information, visit the paper's website at www.algona.com.

Journalism Internship, Albia (Iowa) News

Journalism Internship
The Albia (Iowa) News


The Albia (Iowa) News seeks a journalism intern for the summer of 2013. Applicants should be familiar with news and feature writing, Quark pagination and news and feature photography. Applicants should have skills in writing, photography and some layout and design.

To apply, contact Dave Paxton, 109 Benton Avenue E #111, Albia, IA 52531, email dave@albianews.com or call 641-932-7121. For more information, visit the paper's website at www.albianews.com.

Advertising Internship


Advertising Sales and Design Internship

The Akron (Iowa) Hometowner

The Akron (Iowa) Hometowner is seeking an advertising sales and design intern for the summer of 2013. The ad sales intern will contact advertisers, sell advertising and some graphic design as required. Knowledge of InDesign is helpful but not required.
The start and end time of the internship is negotiable. To apply, contact Julie Ann Madden, The Akron Hometowner, 110 Reed Street, P.O. Box 797, Akron, IA 51001, via email at akronht@hickorytech.net, or by phone at 712-568-2208. For more information on the newpaper, visit www.akronhometowner.com.

The Akron, Iowa Hometowner

2013 Summer Journalism Internship
The Akron Hometowner, Akron, Iowa

The Akron (Iowa) Hometowner seeks a reporting/editorial intern to help cover events and meetings in Akron, write feature stories, assist with the paper's pagination and various other duties that may arise at a small weekly newspaper.

The internship is intended for summer, but start and end times are negotiable. Candidates should possess good grammar, knowledge of InDesign and solid reporting skills.

To apply, contact Dodie Hook, The Akron Hometowner, 110 Reed Street, P.O. Box 797, Akron, IA 51001, via email at akronht@hickorytech.net, or by phone at 712-568-2208. For more information on the newpaper, visit www.akronhometowner.com.