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JOB BANK LISTINGS

The GPA Job Bank is a service of the Georgia Press Association. There is no charge for ads if the position is being filled for a newspaper or company that is a GPA member. For all others (including affiliates, subsidiaries and sister publications of GPA members), the cost is $20 per ad. Advertisements run in the GPA Classifieds for three months from the “Posted” date. Non-GPA members must make payment before ad is posted. In addition, ads will be published one time in the classified section of the GPA Bulletin. The Bulletin is mailed on or about the 17th of each month, and the deadline for classifieds submissions is the 5th.

To post an ad in the GPA Job Bank, send your request to sireland@gapress.org. Send payment to: GPA Classifieds, P.O. Box 4003, Georgia 30061. Your ad will be posted as soon as payment is received. 

RÉSUMÉ FILE

The Georgia Press Association also maintains a free Résumé File. Job seekers may send their résumés to: Résumé File, GPA, 140 Locust Street, Avondale Estates, Georgia 30002. All résumés will remain on file for three months. GPA members may call the office at any time to inquire about résumés on file. We will help you look for the kind of candidate you need and send you the résumés.

ADVERTISING/MARKETING (1)

1/18/2025

The Oconee Enterprise seeks ad director

The Oconee Enterprise, judged consistently as a top weekly newspaper in Georgia, has an opening for an advertising director. 

We are looking for a competitive yet affable and trustworthy sales executive to develop relationships with local business owners, nonprofits and individuals in Oconee and surrounding counties. 

This position requires exceptional communication, presentation and organizational skills, self-motivation and a strong customer service background. Experience in outside sales is preferred. Knowledge of print and digital advertising sales is helpful, but not necessary. 

At 142 years old and based in Watkinsville just outside of Athens, The Enterprise is a trusted and esteemed legacy brand that continues to innovate and offer the latest in print and digital advertising solutions. 

The Enterprise offers a variety of paid advertising in both print and digital formats, and the advertising director will be responsible for generating new ideas on how to foster community connection while also generating revenue for the newspaper. This position will include a base salary and 15% commission on every ad sold. 

Job duties are as follows: 

Coordinate ad sales for our weekly newspaper and quarterly magazine.

Recruit new advertisers and maintain current advertisers by engaging with the community

Design and distribute regular advertising emails informing advertisers of rates, upcoming publications, and new opportunities to publicize the business or organization.

Assist advertisers with copy, design and layout of ads, including writing, taking photos, and coordinating with graphic designers as needed.

Maintain a yearly calendar of special sections and publication date

Represent The Oconee Enterprise in the community by attending ribbon cuttings, customer appreciation days, networking events and other events hosted by local organizations and the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce.

To apply, email Co-Publishers Amanda Prochaska and Michael Prochaska at amanda@oconeeenterprise.com and editor@oconeeenterprise.com.

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EDITORIAL (3)

3/3/2026

Environmental Reporter

The specific job vacancy can be found at this link: JobCenter

This is a part-time – 12-month time-limited position.

Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) is hiring an experienced reporter to cover the environment, climate, and agricultural resources of Coastal and South Georgie and to report on the impact of the changing planet on the people, places and environments of the region. This position is based in Savannah and will have significant editorial and creative autonomy while operating under GPB’s editorial standards and review process. The reporter will be expected to attend daily news meetings, pitch stories and participate in edit sessions with editorial supervisors while working an average of approximately 20 hours per week. They will be expected to file for GPB News across radio, digital and social media. This position will report to GPB’s News Director. GPB is a statewide dual licensee comprised of 9 PBS television stations and 22 NPR radio stations that broadcast across the state of Georgia.

Candidate Responsibilities:

  • Research and pitch story ideas and establish contacts within assigned region and beat
  • Participate in daily planning meeting and attend other staff meetings as required
  • Write, edit and produce stories for radio, digital and social media
  • Manage and communicate schedule to management and meet deadlines as assigned
  • Record audio interviews and sound, track voice over scripts and edit within Adobe audition or other audio editing software
  • Take photos or capture video with cellphone or other visual production equipment as needed
  • Write and file digital stories within the GPB content management system
  • Work with the social media team on content for GPB News’ social media platforms
  • Participate in feedback sessions on work product with editors and managers
  • Manage the GPB workspace and studio in Savannah and facilitate interviews there as needed
  • Perform additional or related duties as assigned or required

Candidate Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
  • Minimum of two years reporting and writing experience for a news organization
  • Experience covering climate and environmental issues strongly preferred
  • Experience in Public Media a plus
  • Ability to produce informative and engaging stories across GPB’s digital, audio and social media platforms under deadline
  • Experience with audio editing software such as Adobe Audition
  • Experience with photography and video production a plus
  • Able to write clearly and effectively using AP style
  • Ability to develop a network of sources and contacts and establish working relationships with them
  • Ability to remain current on issues impacting Georgia’s climate and environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other reporters and editors
  • Ability to work independently with limited daily oversight
  • Strong editorial judgment and experience producing content for clearly defined audiences.
  • Access to a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license to cover stories across the region

To Apply: Upload your résumé, references, and applicant form to the GPB Job Center at www.gpb.org/jobs.

ONLY Applications submitted through the GPB Job Center WILL BE ACCEPTED.

This is a time-limited part-time, 12-month position. No Benefits.

Hourly Rate: $50.00 – Average 20 hours per week

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

 

12/18/2025

Sports Editor

Northwest Georgia daily seeking sports editor

The Rome News-Tribune, a daily print and digital newspaper covering Rome and Floyd County, Ga., has an exciting opportunity for a sports editor. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for writing and be committed to reporting sports in a small, but growing community in Northwest Georgia that boasts several high school and college programs, and a community excited and supportive of local athletics.

Applicants should be self-motivated with an ability to meet deadlines, manage freelance sports writers and photographers, as well as work within the constraints of AP style guidelines. 

Sports editor duties include:

  • Coverage of local high school sports, college sports and Minor League Baseball (Rome Emperors) as well as local recreation and youth sports items.
  • Plan for what content will be included in the sports section each day.
  • Post breaking sports news, updates and scores on social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.).
  • Write feature stories and columns on various sports topics.
  • Proof and approve sports pages for the print edition.
  • Maintain local sports schedule for each week to include in the sports section.
  • Coordinate with freelance writers and photographers for sports coverage.
  • Maintain contacts and communication with local athletic directors and coaches.
  • A knowledge of content management systems, Google Docs, and Slack is a plus, but not required.
  • The Rome News-Tribune is owned by Georgia-based Times-Journal Inc. The Rome News-Tribune is a daily newspaper that publishes five times weekly in print and seven days a week online. The RN-T has been serving Rome and Northwest Georgia for 180 years.

Email résumés, clips and references for this position to Executive Editor Tom Mayer at TMayer@RN-T.com.

12/8/2025

Smoke Signals seeks an editor

Barbara Schneider our long-time and highly regarded news editor is retiring. We need someone to fill the role and continue her work and success.

We want someone who is a skilled wordsmith, diligent with facts and is wants to contribute their talents to the ongoing work of our paper and digital products. The position is paid, part-time, and involves the creation and management of the printed monthly 12-page news section, occasionally contributing by writing news articles that are pertinent to our audience as well as managing and editing the contributions submitted to us. It involves interacting with readers, proofing and editing, determining the placement of articles within the section, developing story ideas as well as interacting with the other editors and the graphic designer.

Interested?

Send your questions and contact info to: jmarkey@smokesignalsnews.com

EQUIPMENT WANTED (1) 

Looking for gently used, weatherproof newspaper racks without vending mechanisms (“free racks”), metal or plastic. Will pick up and buy lunch. Email beth@newnan.com.

MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION (1)

11/13/2025

Media Consultant – State Bar of Georgia

Employment Type:     Independent Contractor
Department:               Communications/Executive Office
Location:                     Remote

We are seeking a skilled media consultant with a strong understanding of the legal landscape in Georgia to craft compelling, articulate and authoritative written pieces. This individual will support our organization’s leadership by drafting articles, press releases, speeches, resolutions, letters to the editor or other written communications for publication in legal journals, newspapers and online platforms.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in legal topics relevant to Georgia, capable of capturing the voice of senior legal professionals and experienced in producing polished, persuasive content on deadline.

Essential Functions of the Job

  • Strong writing and editing ability.
  • Mastery of the English language (essential for editing/writing/proofing).
  • Access to and knowledge of newspaper sources statewide to ensure the delivery of written materials (essential for placing written materials in appropriate publications).
  • Excellent research skills.
  • Significant familiarity with the legal profession in Georgia.

Specific Duties

  • Provide media consulting services to the State Bar of Georgia, including its President, Executive Committee, Board of Governors and staff.
  • At the direction of the State Bar President, Executive Director or Communications Director, research and write articles, press releases, speeches, resolutions, letters to the editor or other written communications as needed.
  • Place written materials in appropriate publications and follow up with said publication to ensure they are received and printed.
  • Conduct background research, interviews and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Tailor tone, messaging and content to fit the voice and perspective of the designated author.
  • Collaborate with legal professionals and Communications staff to revise and refine drafts.
  • Attend State Bar meetings and other State Bar-related functions as requested.
  • Create and provide media placement reports, including the date, name of the publication, headline and circulation.
  • Provide media clippings from the fiscal year.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Generally

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism or comparable degree required.
  • Proven working experience in the media industry, including but not limited to writing articles for publication; press releases; speeches, etc.
Required Skills
  • Proven experience in legal writing, journalism, public affairs or communications.
  • Deep familiarity with Georgia’s legal system, legal community and relevant current issues.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Ability to write in multiple voices and adopt the tone of senior-level legal professionals.
  • Strong research skills and attention to detail.
  • Law degree (JD) preferred but not required.
  • Experience writing for legal publications, bar associations or public advocacy groups is a plus.
Education, Training & Experience

College degree required; excellent command of the English language and AP Style is required for writing, editing and proofing.

To Apply

Please submit a résumé, three relevant writing samples, and a brief statement of interest outlining your experience with legal writing and Georgia-specific legal issues to jenniferm@gabar.org with the subject line “Media Consultant.”

About the State Bar of Georgia: The State Bar of Georgia, with offices in Atlanta, Savannah, and Tifton, was established in 1964 by the Supreme Court of Georgia as the successor to the voluntary Georgia Bar Association, founded in 1884. All lawyers licensed to practice in Georgia belong to the State Bar. Its more than 55,000 members work together to strengthen the constitutional promise of justice for all, promote principles of duty and public service among Georgia’s lawyers, and administer a strict code of legal ethics.

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FOR SALE

ATHENS SENIOR MAGAZINE

Boom Magazine is an 8-year-old quarterly magazine for the growing retirement community in Athens, home to the University of Georgia, as well as for the surrounding counties of Oconee, Jackson, Barrow, Madison and Greene.

This opportunity also includes an established Senior Expo and annual Senior Directory. All work is outsourced to freelance contractors; a great opportunity to work from home.

With no competition in the senior market, the magazine is well positioned for continued growth and success with a dedicated reader base and long-term advertisers, including UGA departments. Health care, fitness and recreational services for the senior community are increasing exponentially; a new medical school has broken ground.

This magazine is ready to go to the next level; reasonably priced with terms available; the owner will help with a transition. For more information: Betsy Bean (betsy@boomathens.com).

 

South Georgia Community Weekly

100-year-old family South Georgia community weekly. 3,000 circulation. Current editor/publisher has been at helm for 27 years. The paper is the city/county legal organ and is a multiple GPA and GSBA Beacon Award winner (nine times). The paper has focused solely on the community for the past century. Owner is retiring. Family health has restricted operations in past few years. Purchase is ideal for young couple looking to build value in a prosperous community. Serious inquiries apply at 229-425-3974.

 

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To list a job opening or an item for sale on this site, email Sean Ireland at sireland@gapress.org or call 770-454-6776.