The Gazette Photographer The Gazette has an opening for staff photographer, based in its Prince George’s County office in Laurel, Md. Must have the ability to shoot engaging images of a wide variety of subjects including news, sports, features and portraits, and be able to understand the story as presented on a photo assignment and produce pictures that illuminate the subject. The photographer must be a master of the technical aspects of digital photography, including camera function and artificial lighting. While on assignment, must be able to gather accurate information about the event and the people photographed. A thorough working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanic is required. Must be well versed in toning/color correcting images for both web and print production and able to work quickly and accurately under pressure on deadline. It is necessary for every photographer to continually add to his or her skills in video and sound for the web. This includes learning about editing using Final Cut and producing slide shows for the web using Soundslides. Photographers must be prepared for anything and have the ability to respond quickly when breaking news happens. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. This includes being able to carry 30 pounds for an extended period under all kinds of weather conditions, walking long distances with this equipment to reach the scene of a news event, in some cases going over fences or through thick underbrush. The photographer must be able to move quickly to avoid being hit while photographing sporting events from the sidelines and must also be able to climb into the cockpit of a small airplane or helicopter if an assignment calls for aerial photographs. Night and weekend work is expected. Must have transportation. Send cover letter, resume and electronic work samples (no portfolios, please) to: Dan Gross, The Gazette, dgross@gazette.net No calls, please. EOE
The Gazette Advertising Account Manager Do you like freedom, independence and challenges? Would you like to have the security of working for an established Fortune 500 company, while having the ability to create opportunity and income for yourself? The Gazette, a Post Newsweek Media company, is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated person to represent our award winning business and political paper, The Gazette of Politics and Business. At the Gazette, you will find an environment where performance really counts. If you value autonomy, but can work well in a team that values integrity, respect and growth, this may be the position for you. The mission of the Advertising Account Manager is to develop new business while servicing and increasing existing business through developing and presenting marketing plans, cold calling, interviewing potential clients, closing sales and developing strong customer relationships. Interested candidates should possess prior business to business sales experience. Advertising experience is a plus. Candidates should also be extremely organized, enthusiastic and possess strong communication skills. Recently selected as the best community newspaper in America, The Gazette has also been recognized as one of the 17 best places to work in Montgomery County. Competitive base salary plus commissions. EOE. To apply, please email resume to Stephanie Kempter, Advertising Director, skempter@gazette.net
The Gazette Reporter The Gazette has an opening for a general assignment reporter to cover Frederick city. We're looking for someone with a proven ability to develop and work with sources to uncover stories and produce enterprising reports for print and online. Our reporters demonstrate vision and understanding of news events and suggest story ideas and multimedia packages. Requirements also include a bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or related field and three to five years of experience covering a municipal government. The beat includes some evening and weekend work. The Gazette offers a competitive package of benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement. Send resume and clips to Jeff Allanach, The Gazette, 2A North Market St., Fourth Floor, Frederick, MD, 21701, or e-mail frederick@gazette.net. Re-location expenses will not be paid. No phone calls, please. EOE
The Gazette Copy-design editor The Gazette, a publisher of community weeklies and a daily Web site, has an opening for a copy editor on its 10-person copy desk.
The position involves editing, headline writing, working with writers and editors, and layout. Speed, accuracy and solid news judgment are crucial in meeting multiple deadlines. Knowledge of QuarkXPress a must and proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and basic HTML is desired.
We're looking for a wordsmith and visual journalist: In addition to editing, the ideal candidate can handle print and Web, section fronts and graphics, layout and headlines.
A college degree is required. At least two years' experience in a daily or weekly newspaper environment preferred.
The Gazette has newsrooms in Gaithersburg, Laurel, Frederick and Mount Airy, Md. This position is based in the Laurel newsroom, but the editor will work on occasion in other offices.
Send resume and work samples to: editjobs@gazette.net or mail to: Glen Cullen, Copy Desk Manager, The Gazette, 9030 Comprint Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
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The Gazette Assistant Sports Editor The Gazette, a group of weekly community newspapers, is seeking an assistant sports editor for our Prince George's County office in Laurel, Md. We publish eight zoned print editions a week, and we're looking for a creative thinker as we prepare to expand our Web presence with a daily online package. Duties will include a mix of editing, page layout, writing and managing staffers and freelancers. Our five-person sports staff primarily covers a group of 30 high schools with an emphasis on enterprise stories, off-the-field news and vibrant game coverage. The right person will be able to write and edit tightly and generate story ideas. Previous editing experience is preferred. QuarkXpress experience, reliable transportation and evening/weekend work are required. Send resume and clips to Sports Editor Seth Elkin, 13501 Virginia Manor Road, Laurel, MD 20707 or e-mail selkin@gazette.net. No phone inquiries please. The Gazette offers a competitive package of benefits, including health and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) plan. EOE.
The Gazette Sports news correspondents
Part-time The Gazette is expanding its coverage of sports on Gazette.Net, its award-winning web site, and seeks part-time correspondents to gather game scores and highlights on evenings and weekends. Job duties including reporting and writing, appending news briefs and filing material under deadline pressure. Excellent telephone interviewing skills are necessary, as is a track record demonstrating a high degree of accuracy and the ability to work independently. This is a perfect opportunity for journalism students, especially those following a sports-track, or others who have an interest in writing and reporting community sports news and features, such as high school football, soccer, field hockey, wrestling and cross-country. Correspondents will work with editors in our offices in Gaithersburg, Laurel and Frederick, Md. Most shifts are approximately 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays during the fall sports season. The ability to telework from a remote site is possible based on schedules and staffing needs, but correspondents working from home must have their own computer and high-speed Internet connection. Send cover letter and resume to one of these offices: Sports correspondent The Gazette 9030 Comprint Court Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Sports correspondent The Gazette 13501 Virginia Manor Road Laurel, MD 20707 Sports correspondent The Gazette 2 N. Market St. Frederick, MD 21701 By e-mail: editjobs@gazette.net
Type "sports correspondent" in the e-mail subject line. EOE
