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Category: Other
Position: Full Charge Bookkeeper
Company: The Cuero RecordEmail:
Location: Help Wanted

FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER NEEDED
Join our team as a full-time bookkeeper for two weekly newspapers that produce special sections, niche products, a website and various digital products. The right candidate must be a team player, possess overall computer skills, Quickbooks experience preferred, and can work well with other staff, customers, and the general public. They must also possess an attention to detail. Meeting deadlines is a must.

The compensation package includes:
salary, group health insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays,
paid training and more.

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
Equal opportunity employer.
Email resumes to Dave Shabaz at:
Publisher@cuerorecord.com.
Resumes can also be mailed to, The Cuero Record, Attn: Dave Shabaz, PO Box 351, Cuero, TX 77954.

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Category: Editorial
Position: News reporter
Company: Wharton County Newspapers Inc.Email:
Location: El Campo, TX

Wharton County Newspapers has an immediate opening for full-time news reporters.

The ideal candidate is writer who can contribute dynamic feature stories in addition to covering straight news. Photographic and social media skills are a big plus. Knowledge of InDesign software and Photoshop is helpful, but can be taught.

Our next reporter must be a team player and enjoy collaborative efforts as well as be able to work independently. The ability to meet deadlines is a must.

Wharton County Newspapers is located in Wharton County on U.S. 59 between Houston and Victoria.

Responsibilities and Duties
A reporter's job varies each day as the subjects change. This post requires covering assigned beats as well as feature stories. Our writers cover their subject from start to finish – doing the interview, taking the photos, writing the stories and designing the pages to present coverage to our readers. Knowledge of InDesign software and Photoshop is helpful, but can be taught.

Qualifications and Skills
Candidates with previous newspaper experience are preferred, but will consider college graduates with outstanding skills. Please attach any clips for review.

Benefits
Wharton County Newspapers is a EOE. Salary depends on experience. Health insurance, vacation and participation in 401K available.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Education:
Associate (Required)

Experience:
Journalism: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)

To apply:
Email: publisher@leader-news.com

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Category: Editorial
Position: Sports Editor/Reporter
Company: The Mexia NewsEmail:
Location: Mexia

Our sports editor is retiring after the spring seasons. Come fill his shoes. He's got it all organized for you and will just pass you the baton.
We have four newspapers in two counties that cover six schools ... only about 30 minutes apart. We have other staff members and stringers to lend a hand.
If you are also looking to the future and wanting to work your way into management, this could be the place for you.
Send your resumé to Richard Nelson at publisher@themexianews.com

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Category: Production
Position: Pressman
Company: The Mexia NewsEmail:
Location: Mexia

Pressman needed
4-day work week ... DAYS!
This is a lead-pressman position. You'll be the manager, but will still operate and maintain our Goss Community press.
Salary plus bonus.
Contact Publisher Richard Nelson at publisher@themexianews.com

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Category: Editorial
Position: Director of Content
Company: Victoria AdvocateEmail:
Location: Victoria, Texas

Director of Content
Victoria, Texas
The Victoria Advocate, a newspaper with a rich history of providing our community with award-
winning news, seeks an experienced Director of Content to lead our newsroom in growing and
improving our coverage in South Texas. As the Director of Content, you will play a crucial role in
shaping the digital and print presence of our newspaper. 

This is an onsite position in which you will lead the newsroom in curating, editing, and
publishing high-quality content across our digital platforms and print products to engage and
inform our online audience. You must be able to respond quickly and accurately to news as it
develops. The position requires a strong understanding of journalism excellence in a daily
newspaper setting.
 Curate and select news stories, features, and multimedia content for publication on
the newspaper's digital platforms and print products.
 Implement SEO best practices to maximize the visibility and reach of digital content.
 Conduct keyword research and optimize headlines, meta descriptions, and content
for search engines.
 Manage social media accounts to promote digital content and engage with the
online audience.
 Develop and execute strategies to increase social media following and user
engagement.
 Work with multimedia teams to integrate photos, videos, and interactive elements
into digital and print content.
 Ensure a seamless and engaging user experience across various digital platforms.
 Utilize analytics tools to track the performance of digital content and make data-
driven decisions.
 Identify trends and opportunities for improvement in content strategy.
 Collaborate with reporters, photographers, and other teams to coordinate coverage
and maintain a cohesive digital presence.
 Monitor various news sources to stay abreast of current events and trending topics.
 Work with Reporters and Assignment Editor to ensure content is published
expeditiously.
 Edit and proofread articles, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to the
newspaper's editorial guidelines.
 Collaborate with writers to enhance the overall quality of content.
 Write and publish breaking news, daily news, sports, weather, and feature stories for
the print products, website, mobile and social media pages. Write compelling
headlines.  

NOTE: Only candidates with a strong journalism background will be considered.

We Offer:
 An excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans.
 Long and short-term disability and life insurance at no cost.
 401(k) retirement plan.
 A generous Paid Time Off plan.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: 
· Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communications, or a closely related field. 
· Proven experience in digital content editing in a newspaper environment. 
· Strong editing and writing skills with an excellent command of grammar and AP style. 
· Excellent news and editorial judgement. Professional experience with non-linear editing
software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) with a basic knowledge of Photoshop and
video editing. 
· Familiarity with SEO best practices and social media management. 
· Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and digital publishing tools. 
· Knowledge of multimedia content production and integration. 
· Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. 
· Excellent organizational and time-management skills. • Work well in an environment
with frequent interruptions. 
· Possess a valid drivers’ license and good driving record. 

Apply at: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/4a97323d-c933-4b51-a897-
4fe70c82cd63/M-Roberts-Media-LLC
EEO Employer

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