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News Writer

The Inlander, a family-owned urban weekly newspaper in Washington state, is looking for an ambitious News Writer to join its award-winning editorial team.

We are looking for a journalist who sees their beat as a well of investigative stories. We want a reporter who exposes wrongdoing and corruption, and scrutinizes the actions of those in power.

We want a writer who knows a good story when they see one, who can write a piece of creative nonfiction filled with scene, characters and tension, and who can find and analyze solutions for our time’s most troubling issues.

The perfect candidate is a skilled writer and hungry storyteller who understands that creativity, deep reporting and developing sources is vital to quality journalism. We want someone who is bursting with ideas and not only eager for large projects, but also geared up for weekly reporting on what’s happening locally and beyond.

If you think you’re a fit, please send a cover letter, resume and several samples of your work to the Inlander’s editor, Nicholas Deshais, at nickd@inlander.com.

There is the potential for this to be a full- or part-time position, and compensation depends on experience, but will range from $35,000 to $50,000 a year. Other benefits include access to medical/optical/dental benefits, participation in a SIMPLE savings plan, paid time off and annual review.

Reporter

The Vashon Beachcomber, a division of Sound Publishing Inc., is seeking a general assignment reporter with a minimum of 1-2 years of writing experience and photography skills.

This position is based out of the Vashon Island office. The primary coverage will be city government, business, sports, arts and general assignment stories. The schedule includes evening and/or weekend work.

As a reporter for Sound Publishing, you will be expected to:

• Produce 5 bylined stories per week;

• Use a digital camera to take photographs of the stories you cover;

• Post on the publication’s website;

• Blog and use Twitter on the web;

• Shoot and edit videos for the web.

The ideal applicant will have a commitment to community journalism and everything from short, brief-type stories about people and events to examining issues facing the community

Candidates must be proficient with AP style. Must use the publication’s website and online tools to gather information and reach the community.

This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.)

Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: careers@soundpublishing.com ATTN: VMB Reporter.

Multimedia Sales

Are you ready for an exciting career with a leader in multi-media advertising? The Journal of the San Juan Islands, a division of Sound Publishing, Inc. is looking for a self-motivated, results-driven person interested in a multimedia sales career to generate advertising sales on new and existing business.

This includes a display and classified advertising, special section, preprints, print-anddeliver, internet, and any other product or services available within our family of media products.

This is a full-time salaried (30-35k salary) PLUS commission with an initial 3-month commission guarantee. 50k-55k first year potential with unlimited commission growth opportunities!

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Strong sales, customer service, and phone solicitation skills.

• Computer-proficiency in database and spreadsheet software programs.

• Excellent phone communication skills (written and verbal).

We offer a competitive base wage with commissions, and a benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, a 401k retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. If you have these skills, please send your resume to careers@soundpublishing. com with a subject line of ATTN: JSJSALES.

Reporter

The Centralia Chronicle is looking for a reporter to join its growing newsroom in Lewis County, Washington.

The Chronicle publishes a robust print edition three times a week and maintains a daily presence at chronline. com.

The Chronicle values enterprising reporters who enjoy working in a productive and energetic newsroom. Each of our journalists carry out general assignment duties as needed, but this position will have a focus on local government and the

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