Most recent job postings at Chattanooga Times Free Press
via JournalismJobs.com posted_at: 17 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Chattanooga Times Free Press is seeking a digital producer and journalist who will be part of a team of five that manages the newspaper's digital content across a number of platforms to ensure that our vital journalism is available and engaging for our online audiences. The job includes social media and website management, producing digital content, writing and adjusting headlines to be... SEO-friendly and adding multimedia to stories as well The Chattanooga Times Free Press is seeking a digital producer and journalist who will be part of a team of five that manages the newspaper's digital content across a number of platforms to ensure that our vital journalism is available and engaging for our online audiences.

The job includes social media and website management, producing digital content, writing and adjusting headlines to be... SEO-friendly and adding multimedia to stories as well as handling breaking news.

At the Times Free Press, digital producers are journalists who:

are responsible on a daily basis for posting stories and general coverage from our reporters on the website with the idea of being timely and competitive and increasing page views, engagement and the amount of time readers spend on timesfreepress.com.

produce and/or post interactive features, maps, graphics, photo galleries, listicle and video.

must have an engaging social media voice and be competent in publishing the newspaper's stories across various social media platforms in a way that feels timely and lively and be comfortable engaging with readers online.

work with editors and reporters across all sections of the newsroom to coordinate digital coverage; help formulate ideas for digital-only content; and turn a breaking news story on a tight deadline.

function as the last line of defense in ensuring that our content is accurate and grammatically sound before being posted on our website and on social media channels.

have strong news judgment and are open to learning new things amidst an ever changing digital landscape.

Video and multimedia skills are a plus.

The ideal candidate would be able to work a Monday-Friday 12 - 8 p.m. shift. The position is on-site Tuesdays and Wednesdays and remote Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

About the Chattanooga Times Free Press:

The Times Free Press is a privately owned mid-sized newspaper that circulates in more than two dozen counties in Tennessee and Georgia. The newsroom produces a daily newspaper, three weekly community newspapers and three magazines.

Chattanooga is a city on the rise. It’s one of the top outdoor destinations in the country with a growing, thriving downtown and has been a magnet for big industry in recent years. The city is within a convenient two-hour drive to Atlanta, Nashville and Knoxville and is known for its fast internet speeds, some of the fastest in the world.

Interested applicants should email their resume with a cover email/letter to: thayes@timesfreepress.com. Please place the words “digital producer” in the subject line
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via Tennessee Jobs - Tarta.ai schedule_type: Full-time
Chattanooga Times Editorial Page Editor The Chattanooga Times Free Press, an award-winning, independently owned newspaper in a thriving city in Southeast Tennessee, is seeking an editorial page editor to write timely, relevant editorials and commentary for print and web publication that reflect the institutional values of the liberal Chattanooga Times opinion page. This editor will join an... opinion team that includes a liberal editorial cartoonist Chattanooga Times Editorial Page Editor

The Chattanooga Times Free Press, an award-winning, independently owned newspaper in a thriving city in Southeast Tennessee, is seeking an editorial page editor to write timely, relevant editorials and commentary for print and web publication that reflect the institutional values of the liberal Chattanooga Times opinion page. This editor will join an... opinion team that includes a liberal editorial cartoonist and an editorial page editor who oversees a conservative editorial page. Both editorial pages are published seven days a week. The Times Free Press, unique in offering dual, independent and opposing editorial pages, is committed to providing readers a broad range of political commentary and reflections on issues of the day.

The Times page editor conducts original reporting and research for editorials based on local, state and national news; closely follows the latest news and developments; is able to develop sources across the community; handles social media; participates in public speaking events as requested; and assists with assembling contributed and syndicated material for the daily and Sunday Chattanooga Times opinion page.

Strong reporting and writing skills are essential; previous experience as an editorial/opinion writer is a must. Writing should reflect versatility, clear thinking and strong, persuasive and engaging language. We are looking for a journalist who is passionate about identifying and explaining problems and solutions to challenges facing the community, region and state, someone who values collaboration, is flexible and open to discussion and debate, and is fearless about challenging the status quo. Ideal candidates would have at least five years of experience in reporting and writing; have an understanding of municipal and state government; be skilled in the use of social media to build an audience and reach and engage readers. It is essential that the candidate be able to build and cultivate relationships within the newsroom and community at large.

The Times Free Press is a family-owned, successful, mid-sized paper committed to journalistic excellence. Chattanooga is a city on the rise, a city that more and more people are noticing. It’s one of the top outdoor destinations in the country with a growing, lively downtown and has been a magnet for big industry and innovative tech companies in recent years. The Scenic City is known for its ultra-fast gig service that has helped attract these new businesses and entrepreneurs.

Those interested in applying should send a cover letter, resume, work samples and references to Chris Vass at cvass@timesfreepress.com. Please include “editorial page editor” in the subject line
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via Tennessee Jobs - Tarta.ai posted_at: 16 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Chattanooga Times Free Press is seeking a full-time Page Designer to work on multiple sections of the daily newspaper and contribute to the design of three magazines. The right candidate must be able to build attractive, well-organized pages in a fast-paced newsroom, and also be a capable copy editor. You should be a follower of news that is important to the local demographic and be able to... select the right visuals to go with the tone of a The Chattanooga Times Free Press is seeking a full-time Page Designer to work on multiple sections of the daily newspaper and contribute to the design of three magazines.

The right candidate must be able to build attractive, well-organized pages in a fast-paced newsroom, and also be a capable copy editor. You should be a follower of news that is important to the local demographic and be able to... select the right visuals to go with the tone of a story. Other requirements include:
• The ability to design compelling pages and packages on a daily deadline.
• Basic knowledge of Associated Press style and the ability to copy edit.
• Strong written, verbal and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to collaborate closely with other designers and editors.
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, with proficiency in Photoshop. Illustrator is a plus.
• Must be able to take art direction.

Schedule: This position will include evenings and weekend work. This is not a remote position.

Experience: Recent college graduates with proven ability and strong portfolios will be considered. Two years of experience in publication design is preferred.

The Times Free Press is a successful mid-sized paper that can take your career to the next level. We have a news hole that would be envied by most papers, and our printing press allows color on almost every page. With tools like these, forward-thinking design is a top priority.

Chattanooga is a city on the rise. It’s one of the top outdoor destinations in the country with a growing, thriving downtown and has been a magnet for big industry in recent years. The city is within a convenient two-hour drive to Atlanta, Nashville and Knoxville.

When you apply, include a resume with samples of designs. Apply to Robert Holder, rholder@timesfreepress.com, and place the words “Page Designer” as a subject line on your email
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