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Multimedia Journalist
The Sudbury Star
Sudbury, Ontario
Division: Editorial
Duration: Full Time
Duties: The Sudbury Star is seeking a Multimedia Journalist who can deliver well-crafted news and feature stories, take excellent photographs and video, develop specific beats and lay out eye-catching news pages. This is a 5-month maternity leave position commencing immediately, with the possibility of developing into permanent employment.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate is expected to:
- Look for and write stories with an eye toward Greater Sudbury’s cultural and entertainment communities, developing trends and exploring the way we live in the North.
- Cover news stories as assigned from the city desk;
- Work well with editors under extremely tight deadlines;
- Work flexible hours during the day, night and weekends, and;
- Fulfill occasional editing duties, chiefly at night.
Candidates should understand that The Sudbury Star's online presence is critical to the newspaper’s future and must be able to generate breaking stories and photographs for immediate posting to the internet.

This position will report to the City Editor during the day and the Night News Editor overnight.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold a college diploma or university degree in print-journalism. Experience at a daily newspaper will be considered a major asset. Training for editing duties will be provided, but knowledge of QuarkXpress will be considered an asset. The candidate will have a valid driver’s license and a dependable vehicle for use at work.

This is a challenging and highly rewarding position that offers journalists an opportunity to exceed their own expectations
Deadline to Apply: September 08, 2010
Contact: All interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and samples of recent work to:

Brian MacLeod
Managing Editor
The Sudbury Star
33 MacKenzie St.
Sudbury, ON P3C4Y1

E-mail: bmacleod@thesudburystar.com

Please quote your first and last name plus reference number OSP-10-096 in the subject line. Applications must be received by September 8, 2010.

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
City Editor
Winnipeg Sun
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Division: Editorial
Duration: Full Time
Duties: The Winnipeg Sun has an immediate opening for a full-time City Editor in its Editorial Department. Shifts will include days, afternoons, nights and weekends.
Qualifications: Reporting directly to the Assistant Managing Editor and to the Editor-In-Chief, this position requires:

· Ability to manage, supervise and schedule a staff of mobile multimedia journalists and photographers.
· Experience working in CP style, email and a content management system.
· Ability to quickly edit and post copy to the web, often writing short breaking news stories based on early details.
· Experience working in InDesign, Photoshop and Final Cut Pro an asset.
· Knowledge of various news and current events on a local, national, and international scale.
· Ability to multi-task and work within tight timelines.
· Experience in video editing, social media and posting content to the Web is also an asset.
Deadline to Apply: September 10, 2010
Contact: All interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and samples of recent work to:
Stephen Ripley
Editor-In-Chief
The Winnipeg Sun
1700 Church Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R2X 3A2

Stephen.ripley@sunmedia.ca

Please quote your first and last name plus reference number WS-10-019 in the subject line. Applications must be received by September 10, 2010.

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
Mobile Multimedia Journalist
Edmonton Sun
Edmonton, Alberta
Division: Editorial
Duration: Full Time
Duties: The Edmonton Sun is looking for an energetic, experienced multimedia journalist to fill a full-time vacancy in our news department.
Qualifications: The successful applicant should have daily newspaper experience, be well-versed in multimedia, including video, have a genuine interest in news and breaking news and have a passion for winning.
Additional Information: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package will be provided.
Deadline to Apply: September 15, 2010
Contact: Interested applicants should apply by September 15, 2010 to:


Jose Rodriguez, Editor-in-Chief
Edmonton Sun
Suite 250, 4990 92 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T6B 3A1
E-mail: jose.rodriguez@sunmedia.ca


Phone calls regarding this position will not be accepted.

While we thank every one who has shown an interest in this position; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Reporter/Photographer
Tillsonburg News
Tillsonburg, Ontario
Division: Editorial
Duration: Full Time
Duties: The Tillsonburg News is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join its award-winning editorial staff. The successful applicant will be working in a vibrant, active community and will have the opportunity to hone their skills on everything from features to breaking news.

Strong reporting and photography skills are required for this position. Must also be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications: · Newspaper experience and/or a relevant journalism education is required.
· Multimedia and social networking skills or a willingness to learn.
· Proven ability to multi-task.
· Ability to cover a variety of news and community stories and events.
· Reliable vehicle - travel within the community is required.
· The position offers health and dental benefits after three months, as well as compensation for mileage.
Deadline to Apply: September 03, 2010
Contact: Qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples and photo portfolio.

The deadline for resumes is September 3, 2010.

Darryl Smart
Editor
Tillsonburg News
25 Townline Road
Tillsonburg Ontario N4G 4H6
E-mail: dsmart@bowesnet.com

We appreciate all interest but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls or agencies please.
National Sales Executive - Print
QMI Agency - Toronto
Division: Advertising
Duration: Full Time
Duties: QMI’s National Sales office in Toronto is seeking a National Sales Executive – Print. Reporting to the Solutions Director, the successful candidate will generate advertising revenue by servicing clientele within an assigned territory of the existing national network and by prospecting and building relationships that result in new business development.

Responsibilities:
· Prospect new accounts in assigned territory
· Focus heavily on business development and building new relationships
· Be alert to changing needs and realities, develop proposals and multi-media packages for clients
· Maintain contact and have regular meetings with client sales managers and sales reps
· Understand client objectives and, in collaboration with product managers, contribute to marketing strategies and develop innovative media campaigns
· Drive revenue to meet or surpass revenue targets and objectives
· Ensure sales targets are met through stringent monitoring and regular communication with decision-makers
· Maintain the quality and integrity of the Contact Management Database
· Manage process and procedures for tracking sales and accurate and timely invoicing
· Adhere to all corporate pricing, programs, packages and policies
· Prioritize tasks to optimize revenue-generating activities and thus surpass budget targets
· Work in conjunction with other QMI media reps to create innovative marketing programs and leverage all other relevant platforms with each client
Qualifications: · 3+ years of experience in print advertising and, ideally, interactive marketing sales combined with well-established existing relationships in the media industry
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
· Works well in a fast-paced team environment and is able to juggle multiple priorities
· Excellent presentation skills
· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
· College or university degree in business, marketing, communication, public relations
· Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) would be an asset
Deadline to Apply: September 03, 2010
Contact: Interested and qualified applicants should submit their resume with a single page cover letter by Friday, September 3, 2010 to:

Darlene Robinson
Human Resources Coordinator
Sun Media Corporation
333 King Street East
Toronto, ON M5A 3X5
Email: careers@sunmedia.ca
Please quote your first and last name plus reference number QMIS-10-030 in the subject line.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
City Editor
Brantford Expositor
Brantford, Ontario
Division: Editorial
Duration: Full Time
Duties: The Brantford Expositor is seeking a full-time City Editor to join it's team in a dynamically changing market. The Expositor publishes six days a week with a circulation of approximately 19,000. The ideal candidate will work cohesively with the managing editor and the Expositor's editorial staff to develop story ideas, leads and editorial opportunities and initiatives in a competitive market place. In addition to the Expositor, the city editor will help to coordinate content for our newest weekly product, Your Brant Connection - a weekly tab reaching more than 50,000 homes each Thursday.

As part of the Expositor's editorial team, responsibilities will include:

· identifying and assigning features and stories for each of the paper's four sections
· identifying and assigning features and stories for special sections as required
· writing editorials and commentary as required
· reading and selecting letters to the editor
· interacting with the community in person, via email and phone to take assignments and address concerns as they arise
· secondary editing/proof-reading of features and stories in other sections of the paper
· developing The Expositor's online presence, including website development, social media and multimedia production
· staff scheduling, days off, vacations, etc.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess:

· excellent writing skills as demonstrated by a post-secondary degree and/or experience as a journalist or editor
· excellent editing/proof-reading skills
· an understanding of and interest in developing the potential of online and new media journalism
· editing video as required, shot by the Expositor's newsroom staff
· the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
· sound news judgment
· excellent communication skills and a willingness to act as part of a team
Additional Information: Brantford is home to approximately 90,000 people and the Expositor has been the newspaper of record for more than 150 years.
Deadline to Apply: September 03, 2010
Contact: If you would like to be a part of a dedicated newsroom and contribute to the ongoing success and direction of the Expositor, please send your resume and cover letter to:

John Chambers
Managing Editor, Brantford Expositor
Regional Managing Editor, South Region

P.O. Box 965
53 Dalhousie Street
Brantford, ON N3T 5S8

E-mail: jchambers@theexpositor.com

Deadline for applications is Friday, September 3, 2010.

We appreciate all interest but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
National Sales Executive – Digital
QMI Agency - Toronto
Division: Advertising
Duration: Full Time
Duties: QMI Sales in Toronto is looking for a National Sales Executive – Digital. Reporting to the Solutions Director, the National Sales Executive – Digital will generate advertising revenue by servicing clientele within an assigned territory of the existing national network and by prospecting and building relationships that result in new business development.

Responsibilities:
· Prospect new accounts in assigned territory.
· Focus heavily on business development and building new relationships.
· Be alert to changing needs and realities; develop proposals and multi-media packages for clients.
· Maintain contact and have regular meetings with clients, sales managers and sales reps.
· Understand client objectives and, in collaboration with product managers, contribute to marketing strategies and develop innovative media campaigns.
· Drive revenue to meet or surpass revenue targets and objectives.
· Ensure sales targets are met through stringent monitoring and regular communication with decision-makers.
· Maintain the quality and integrity of the Contact Management Database.
· Manage process and procedures for tracking sales and accurate and timely invoicing.
· Adhere to all corporate pricing, programs, packages and policies.
· Prioritize tasks to optimize revenue-generating activities and thus surpass budget targets.
· Work in conjunction with other QMI media reps to create innovative marketing programs and leverage all other relevant platforms with each client.
Qualifications: · 5+ years of experience in print advertising and, ideally, interactive marketing sales combined with well-established existing relationships in the media industry.
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
· Works well in a fast-paced team environment and is able to juggle multiple priorities.
· Excellent presentation skills.
· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
· College or university degree in business, marketing, communication or public relations.
· Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) would be an asset.
Deadline to Apply: September 03, 2010
Contact: Interested and qualified applicants should submit their resume with a single page cover letter by Friday, September 3, 2010 to:

Darlene Robinson
Human Resources Coordinator
Sun Media Corporation
333 King Street East
Toronto, ON M5A 3X5
Email: careers@sunmedia.ca
Please quote your first and last name plus reference number QMIS-10-029 in the subject line.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.
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