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Professional Cole-County Based Newspaper Seeks Copy Editor/Page Designer
Professional Cole-County Based Newspaper Seeks Copy Editor/Page Designer
Cole-County Based Newspaper Seeks Copy Editor/Page Designer
The JG-TC, an award winning daily newspaper based in Coles County in east central Illinois, seeks a versatile copy editor and page designer for its news copy desk.
The job includes primary page design for our six-day a week daily newspaper as well as related sections and some specialty products.
The successful candidate will:
- design reader-friendly pages
- sharply edit stories
- write engaging headlines
- strive to keep our websites fresh with the latest news.
Proficiency with digital news production and presentation is a plus. Candidates should be proficient in Quark and Photoshop. A year of experience is preferred but new graduates will be considered.
To succeed in the position, applicants need to have basic knowledge of libel and AP Style as well as deep and broad knowledge of spelling and grammar, and be able to work under deadline pressure. Typical hours of work are 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m, including some weekends, but no Saturdays.
To be considered applicants must apply online at www.lee.net/careers.
Additionally, please send editing and headline clips, along with design clips to Penny Weaver at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or mail to 700 Broadway Ave. East, Suite 9A, Mattoon, IL 61938.
To be considered applicants must apply online at www.lee.net/careers.
Additionally, please send editing and headline clips, along with design clips to Penny Weaver at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or mail to 700 Broadway Ave. East, Suite 9A, Mattoon, IL 61938.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
