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posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
The Director, Community Engagement is a critical position in aligning Times Union’s (TU) vision within the communities we serve while advancing Times Union’s philanthropic giving strategy and strengthening the brand and image of Times Union. The individual will collaborate with community organizations, nonprofits, and community leaders, as well as internal account managers to... create opportunities that help advance Times Union’s
Job Description
The Director, Community Engagement is a critical position in aligning Times Union’s (TU) vision within the communities we serve while advancing Times Union’s philanthropic giving strategy and strengthening the brand and image of Times Union. The individual will collaborate with community organizations, nonprofits, and community leaders, as well as internal account managers to... create opportunities that help advance Times Union’s vision of being a pillar in the community, seek advertising sales opportunities, and pairing them. Represent the TU in the community and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Travel and commitment to long hours is required during peak event periods and specialty publication deadlines. This is a fulltime, onsite position.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Serve as the senior community liaison/representative in all regions in the Capital Region and any expansion counties per Times Union.
• Build relationships with key businesses, community leadership, and nonprofit organizations within the Capital Region, and the expansion of Times Union north of Saratoga and south of Poughkeepsie.
• Review grant applications, verify nonprofits 501C-3, digitize IRS Determination letters, review sponsorship levels, meet with the nonprofit, create grant acceptance letter with the deliverables, create event in calendar, record grant, print and file letter, assign an account representative, provide contact information, attach letter to Salesforce grant account and follow up to make sure all deliverables are accounted for and review client’s website for TU logo online & print.
• Manage and grow the Hearst Gives Back Volunteer Program by attending meetings and engaging with Hearst Corporate to create volunteer opportunities for the Times Union. Seek Non-profits to provide volunteers to boost employee morale and form a volunteer team. Managed through the Benevity software platform.
• Create donation opportunities within the Benevity program for Times Union employees.
• Manage major revenue generating events/publications: Jefferson Awards, Capital Region Best Mom, Capital Region Gives. Work with Sales Representatives to secure sponsorships for the events, plan strategies for increasing revenue for specialty publications, creating website content for each publication with marketing and host of related tasks.
• Help Account Representatives cultivate sales appointments for them and assisting with Community Engagement specialty sections.
• Serve as the liaison with Internal Communications between operations, advertising, and editorial.
• Represent the TU at Women@Work (W@W) events (e.g., Non-profit events, B reakfast Events of Women Who Lead, Special Events, Innovator Events, etc.), and manage multiple responsibilities within the W@W Networking Group.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Publisher.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: BA degree in Community Relations, Marketing, Communications, or Business, or 5-7 years related experience.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Community Relations Experience.
Required Skills:
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic planning support and leadership. Self-starter attitude and ability to lead with solutions.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Teams to host meetings.
• Proven ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds and the general public with tact, diplomacy, poise and positive results.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups and individuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally to achieve common goals.
• Strong knowledge of community engagement practices
• Reliable transportation to travel to appointments and events as needed.
• Ability to work outside the normal workday to expand and enhance Times Union’s position in the community.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with other departments.
• Experience in budget management and tracking to goals.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to take direction from multiple internal customers/partners.
• Self-initiative to educate on nonprofits regarding challenges, fundraising, operations, and marketing.
• Attention to detail is critical.
Preferred Skills:
• Public Relations Experience and Customer Service.
• SALESFORCE CRM Experience.
• Social Media Experience posting events and photos across platforms, and monitoring accounts.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
The Director, Community Engagement is a critical position in aligning Times Union’s (TU) vision within the communities we serve while advancing Times Union’s philanthropic giving strategy and strengthening the brand and image of Times Union. The individual will collaborate with community organizations, nonprofits, and community leaders, as well as internal account managers to... create opportunities that help advance Times Union’s vision of being a pillar in the community, seek advertising sales opportunities, and pairing them. Represent the TU in the community and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Travel and commitment to long hours is required during peak event periods and specialty publication deadlines. This is a fulltime, onsite position.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Serve as the senior community liaison/representative in all regions in the Capital Region and any expansion counties per Times Union.
• Build relationships with key businesses, community leadership, and nonprofit organizations within the Capital Region, and the expansion of Times Union north of Saratoga and south of Poughkeepsie.
• Review grant applications, verify nonprofits 501C-3, digitize IRS Determination letters, review sponsorship levels, meet with the nonprofit, create grant acceptance letter with the deliverables, create event in calendar, record grant, print and file letter, assign an account representative, provide contact information, attach letter to Salesforce grant account and follow up to make sure all deliverables are accounted for and review client’s website for TU logo online & print.
• Manage and grow the Hearst Gives Back Volunteer Program by attending meetings and engaging with Hearst Corporate to create volunteer opportunities for the Times Union. Seek Non-profits to provide volunteers to boost employee morale and form a volunteer team. Managed through the Benevity software platform.
• Create donation opportunities within the Benevity program for Times Union employees.
• Manage major revenue generating events/publications: Jefferson Awards, Capital Region Best Mom, Capital Region Gives. Work with Sales Representatives to secure sponsorships for the events, plan strategies for increasing revenue for specialty publications, creating website content for each publication with marketing and host of related tasks.
• Help Account Representatives cultivate sales appointments for them and assisting with Community Engagement specialty sections.
• Serve as the liaison with Internal Communications between operations, advertising, and editorial.
• Represent the TU at Women@Work (W@W) events (e.g., Non-profit events, B reakfast Events of Women Who Lead, Special Events, Innovator Events, etc.), and manage multiple responsibilities within the W@W Networking Group.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Publisher.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: BA degree in Community Relations, Marketing, Communications, or Business, or 5-7 years related experience.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Community Relations Experience.
Required Skills:
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic planning support and leadership. Self-starter attitude and ability to lead with solutions.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Teams to host meetings.
• Proven ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds and the general public with tact, diplomacy, poise and positive results.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups and individuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally to achieve common goals.
• Strong knowledge of community engagement practices
• Reliable transportation to travel to appointments and events as needed.
• Ability to work outside the normal workday to expand and enhance Times Union’s position in the community.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with other departments.
• Experience in budget management and tracking to goals.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to take direction from multiple internal customers/partners.
• Self-initiative to educate on nonprofits regarding challenges, fundraising, operations, and marketing.
• Attention to detail is critical.
Preferred Skills:
• Public Relations Experience and Customer Service.
• SALESFORCE CRM Experience.
• Social Media Experience posting events and photos across platforms, and monitoring accounts.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Part-time
Job Description
LOOKING TO FILL IMMEDIATE OPENINGS...
Do you want to stay away from Retail? Has the pressure of Wearhouse/Production environment kept you in a job you hate? The Albany Times Union has Job openings in its packaging facility.
Hours are 7:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Average of 21 hours per week, a mix of Monday through Thursday nights with the possibility of picking up more hours or shifts.
$16.00 per hour to start with raises yearly, and
Job Description
LOOKING TO FILL IMMEDIATE OPENINGS...
Do you want to stay away from Retail? Has the pressure of Wearhouse/Production environment kept you in a job you hate? The Albany Times Union has Job openings in its packaging facility.
Hours are 7:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Average of 21 hours per week, a mix of Monday through Thursday nights with the possibility of picking up more hours or shifts.
$16.00 per hour to start with raises yearly, and with experience. Paid sick leave and vacation.
Proof of Covid vaccination required.
The Times Union’s commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
LOOKING TO FILL IMMEDIATE OPENINGS...
Do you want to stay away from Retail? Has the pressure of Wearhouse/Production environment kept you in a job you hate? The Albany Times Union has Job openings in its packaging facility.
Hours are 7:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Average of 21 hours per week, a mix of Monday through Thursday nights with the possibility of picking up more hours or shifts.
$16.00 per hour to start with raises yearly, and with experience. Paid sick leave and vacation.
Proof of Covid vaccination required.
The Times Union’s commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
via Monster
posted_at: 17 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
$1000 Stay On Bonus Paid $125 a week for 8 weeks
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY...
(Capital District)
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers. Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size). Weekly $$ direct deposit. Earn $200-$500 (depending on route size) Plus tips! Delivery deadlines Monday thru Friday 6am, Saturday
$1000 Stay On Bonus Paid $125 a week for 8 weeks
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY...
(Capital District)
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers. Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size). Weekly $$ direct deposit. Earn $200-$500 (depending on route size) Plus tips! Delivery deadlines Monday thru Friday 6am, Saturday 7am and Sunday 8am. Great way to earn extra money without interfering with your normal routine. Works well with most other full/part time jobs or other daily obligations.
Times Union is looking for independently contracted carriers in the following areas:
Albany County – Albany, Colonie, Cohoes, Delmar, Glenmont, Watervliet.
Columbia County – Chatham, E. Chatham, Ghent *Sunday only route*.
Greene County – Coxsakie, Earlton, Hannacroix.
Rensselaer County – Averill Park, W. Sand Lake.
Saratoga County – Burnt Hills, Clifton Park, Gansevoort, Halfmoon, Round Lake, Saratoga.
To Apply - Visit www.timesunion.com/carriers or call (518) 454-5689 Show more details...
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY...
(Capital District)
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers. Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size). Weekly $$ direct deposit. Earn $200-$500 (depending on route size) Plus tips! Delivery deadlines Monday thru Friday 6am, Saturday 7am and Sunday 8am. Great way to earn extra money without interfering with your normal routine. Works well with most other full/part time jobs or other daily obligations.
Times Union is looking for independently contracted carriers in the following areas:
Albany County – Albany, Colonie, Cohoes, Delmar, Glenmont, Watervliet.
Columbia County – Chatham, E. Chatham, Ghent *Sunday only route*.
Greene County – Coxsakie, Earlton, Hannacroix.
Rensselaer County – Averill Park, W. Sand Lake.
Saratoga County – Burnt Hills, Clifton Park, Gansevoort, Halfmoon, Round Lake, Saratoga.
To Apply - Visit www.timesunion.com/carriers or call (518) 454-5689 Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
At Times Union Media Group we fulfill digital and print marketing strategies for businesses throughout Albany, the Capital Region, and beyond. We work closely with our advertisers to navigate new marketing strategies in today’s increasingly complex digital environment. We use our rich history and data to deliver the most impactful media campaigns for our customers. And, we... leverage our substantial audience reach, coupled with
Job Description
At Times Union Media Group we fulfill digital and print marketing strategies for businesses throughout Albany, the Capital Region, and beyond. We work closely with our advertisers to navigate new marketing strategies in today’s increasingly complex digital environment. We use our rich history and data to deliver the most impactful media campaigns for our customers. And, we... leverage our substantial audience reach, coupled with best in class advertising solutions to keep our customers brand in front of the right people at the right time!
Why are we different? Our people! Our company is diverse and filled with smart, passionate people who want to win. We also celebrate success and know how to have fun. We offer an upbeat and collaborative working environment and expect our people to challenge the norm. With an abundance of opportunities to learn new things and develop the skills that are vital to your success, we expect our people to move up through the organization fast!
Job Description:
We are searching for a dynamic Strategic Account Executive to maximize digital sales revenue. You will sell strategic print and digital solutions to current and new advertisers. You will help their businesses grow by leveraging our rich history, media product suite, traffic, and digital data to reach their target audience. In this position you will manage a full sales cycle; prospecting, leading presentations, creating proposals, closing business opportunities, and managing post-sales campaign results.
What you will do:
• Exceed sales activity, pipeline, and revenue goals on a monthly basis.
• Generate new leads through lead generation, cold calling, email marketing, networking and awareness of new businesses openings.
• Continually build a pipeline of new business and upsell opportunities.
• Become an expert on our digital and print products/services.
• Conduct discovery calls and presentations with prospects and customers.
• Recommend new products and promotional opportunities to current clients.
• Handle customers objections efficiently.
• Manage client pipeline and monthly revenue forecast in Salesforce.com.
• Create engaging advertising solutions to solve clients’ business needs.
You Identify with being:
• Purposeful – you are direct at getting things done quickly, with confidence, integrity and determination
• Adaptable – you react and adjust quickly to changing conditions and come up with practical ideas to deal with them.
• Driven – you have self-assurance and competitive drive with high quality, organized, and repeatable results.
• Communicator - You are a lively and intelligent person with a stimulating influence on others.
What we’re looking for:
• BA/BS degree in Advertising, Marketing, or Communications.
• 2 plus years of Business to Business outside sales (in advertising or media ).
• Proven success in new business acquisition and exceeding revenue goals.
• Superior presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Technically savvy – Salesforce, Excel, and PowerPoint experience.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Goal orientated, competitive, and forward-thinking.
About Us:
Based in Albany, the Times Union ( www.timesunion.com )is the leading news organization in New York’s Capital Region, Hudson Valley and beyond. The news organization is widely respected for its focus on local news and watchdog reporting, particularly on state government and politics. It has won numerous state and national awards for its work on both print and digital platforms and has repeatedly been named New York’s Newspaper of Distinction by the state editors association. Through the Times Union Media Group, we offer innovative marketing and advertising solutions to local, regional, and national clients. These include event marketing, a full complement of digital marketing solutions, targeted and total market coverage print solutions and more Show more details...
At Times Union Media Group we fulfill digital and print marketing strategies for businesses throughout Albany, the Capital Region, and beyond. We work closely with our advertisers to navigate new marketing strategies in today’s increasingly complex digital environment. We use our rich history and data to deliver the most impactful media campaigns for our customers. And, we... leverage our substantial audience reach, coupled with best in class advertising solutions to keep our customers brand in front of the right people at the right time!
Why are we different? Our people! Our company is diverse and filled with smart, passionate people who want to win. We also celebrate success and know how to have fun. We offer an upbeat and collaborative working environment and expect our people to challenge the norm. With an abundance of opportunities to learn new things and develop the skills that are vital to your success, we expect our people to move up through the organization fast!
Job Description:
We are searching for a dynamic Strategic Account Executive to maximize digital sales revenue. You will sell strategic print and digital solutions to current and new advertisers. You will help their businesses grow by leveraging our rich history, media product suite, traffic, and digital data to reach their target audience. In this position you will manage a full sales cycle; prospecting, leading presentations, creating proposals, closing business opportunities, and managing post-sales campaign results.
What you will do:
• Exceed sales activity, pipeline, and revenue goals on a monthly basis.
• Generate new leads through lead generation, cold calling, email marketing, networking and awareness of new businesses openings.
• Continually build a pipeline of new business and upsell opportunities.
• Become an expert on our digital and print products/services.
• Conduct discovery calls and presentations with prospects and customers.
• Recommend new products and promotional opportunities to current clients.
• Handle customers objections efficiently.
• Manage client pipeline and monthly revenue forecast in Salesforce.com.
• Create engaging advertising solutions to solve clients’ business needs.
You Identify with being:
• Purposeful – you are direct at getting things done quickly, with confidence, integrity and determination
• Adaptable – you react and adjust quickly to changing conditions and come up with practical ideas to deal with them.
• Driven – you have self-assurance and competitive drive with high quality, organized, and repeatable results.
• Communicator - You are a lively and intelligent person with a stimulating influence on others.
What we’re looking for:
• BA/BS degree in Advertising, Marketing, or Communications.
• 2 plus years of Business to Business outside sales (in advertising or media ).
• Proven success in new business acquisition and exceeding revenue goals.
• Superior presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Technically savvy – Salesforce, Excel, and PowerPoint experience.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Goal orientated, competitive, and forward-thinking.
About Us:
Based in Albany, the Times Union ( www.timesunion.com )is the leading news organization in New York’s Capital Region, Hudson Valley and beyond. The news organization is widely respected for its focus on local news and watchdog reporting, particularly on state government and politics. It has won numerous state and national awards for its work on both print and digital platforms and has repeatedly been named New York’s Newspaper of Distinction by the state editors association. Through the Times Union Media Group, we offer innovative marketing and advertising solutions to local, regional, and national clients. These include event marketing, a full complement of digital marketing solutions, targeted and total market coverage print solutions and more Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
Are you a night owl who wants a well-paid position with benefits? The Times Union is looking for a District Manager to service the many customers of our newspaper and our partners in New York's Capital Region...
What you'll do:
• Provide excellent service to Times Union, New York Times and other home delivery customers
• Manage a team of independent contractor carriers
• Ensure contractors are properly documented.
• Resolve
Job Description
Are you a night owl who wants a well-paid position with benefits? The Times Union is looking for a District Manager to service the many customers of our newspaper and our partners in New York's Capital Region...
What you'll do:
• Provide excellent service to Times Union, New York Times and other home delivery customers
• Manage a team of independent contractor carriers
• Ensure contractors are properly documented.
• Resolve customer service issues.
Who you are:
• A self-starter with great communication skills.
• Someone who thinks five minutes early is late.
• A person who wants their workday to start at 2 a.m. so they have the late morning and afternoon to do other things.
• Proficient with basic Windows programs including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Own a reliable vehicle and have an excellent driving record.
• You know the streets of Albany and the surrounding area.
District Managers work five days weekly including weekends and holidays and mandatory overtime may be required. However, extra pay comes with night and weekend work, two-and-a-half times pay for holidays, and time and a half for OT. Cell phone stipend and $100 quarterly auto use bonus included. Base pay starts at $46,500 and rises to $51,000 with experience. Top tier District Managers earn in excess of $65,000 annually.
The Times Union manages home delivery for several newspapers in Eastern New York. This is a union position with benefits including medical and dental coverage; paid vacations, sick leave and personal time; pension; tuition assistance.
You must list your job history in your application, or attach a resume, in order to be considered. Proof of valid NY Drivers' License and auto insurance required.
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Newspapers requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after November 11, 2021, be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Newspapers will consider requests for reasonable accommodations on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
Are you a night owl who wants a well-paid position with benefits? The Times Union is looking for a District Manager to service the many customers of our newspaper and our partners in New York's Capital Region...
What you'll do:
• Provide excellent service to Times Union, New York Times and other home delivery customers
• Manage a team of independent contractor carriers
• Ensure contractors are properly documented.
• Resolve customer service issues.
Who you are:
• A self-starter with great communication skills.
• Someone who thinks five minutes early is late.
• A person who wants their workday to start at 2 a.m. so they have the late morning and afternoon to do other things.
• Proficient with basic Windows programs including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Own a reliable vehicle and have an excellent driving record.
• You know the streets of Albany and the surrounding area.
District Managers work five days weekly including weekends and holidays and mandatory overtime may be required. However, extra pay comes with night and weekend work, two-and-a-half times pay for holidays, and time and a half for OT. Cell phone stipend and $100 quarterly auto use bonus included. Base pay starts at $46,500 and rises to $51,000 with experience. Top tier District Managers earn in excess of $65,000 annually.
The Times Union manages home delivery for several newspapers in Eastern New York. This is a union position with benefits including medical and dental coverage; paid vacations, sick leave and personal time; pension; tuition assistance.
You must list your job history in your application, or attach a resume, in order to be considered. Proof of valid NY Drivers' License and auto insurance required.
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Newspapers requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after November 11, 2021, be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Newspapers will consider requests for reasonable accommodations on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
Rapid Response Reporter...
Joining our rapid-response team requires a sense of what is fun, entertaining, quirky and, most important, what’s engaging our audiences. The Times Union is seeking a savvy reporter who can write breaking news posts, report on trends and also take deeper dives into the stories behind the headlines in the Capital Region — particularly in Schenectady County. This is an area that’s known for innovation,
Job Description
Rapid Response Reporter...
Joining our rapid-response team requires a sense of what is fun, entertaining, quirky and, most important, what’s engaging our audiences. The Times Union is seeking a savvy reporter who can write breaking news posts, report on trends and also take deeper dives into the stories behind the headlines in the Capital Region — particularly in Schenectady County. This is an area that’s known for innovation, thriving arts and great food, but there’s so much more to explore.
This position demands initiative, accuracy and insight. Our ideal candidate has solid news judgment and a strong understanding of the local communities. It also demands the ability to find and identify stories and trends that are immediate and important to our readers and potential subscribers. Strong writing and reporting skills are crucial.
This reporter will find unique angles to cover the most topical stories of the day with a focus on our audiences. This reporter should be familiar with, and focused on, the digital details of story production: headlines, SEO, multimedia assets and other points of optimization and promotion.
This is a full-time position and will include working on a weekend day each week. Other shifts or hours may be required as news warrants. This role will also require you to live in the Albany area of upstate New York, and will be hybrid/onsite.
Your duties on the team
• Works collaboratively with editors, other reporters, photographers and audience team members to tell impactful stories across platforms that engage and retain local subscribers and other readers
• Reports and writes quickly and effectively to break news online and follows up when appropriate with more in-depth enterprise pieces
• Contributes to social media and newsletters as needed
• Demonstrates a comfort level with analysis of web and social metrics, using data to help inform coverage decisions and content promotion
Skills You Bring To The Team
• Digital understanding of how news stories unfold cross-platform, including ideation around unique social components to digital storytelling
• Strong news judgment and a strong sense of what stories will pop among readers and will potentially add to a broader news conversation.
• Ability to make real-time coverage decisions in a daily news environment.
• Passion for journalism that upholds truth and accountability and is grounded in the local community
• Crisp, concise writing skills and diligent reporting with an understanding of AP style.
Requirements
• Experience reporting and writing in digital media.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, communications, English or the real-world equivalent with a record that demonstrates suitable preparation for this role.
• Excellent news judgment and understanding of media ethics and law.
About Us
The Times Union is investing in digital journalism. This role provides a unique opportunity for a journalist to make an impact in local communities.
The Times Union is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age who are traditionally underrepresented in the media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.
Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you’re passionate, dedicated and interested in working with us but don’t have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table Show more details...
Rapid Response Reporter...
Joining our rapid-response team requires a sense of what is fun, entertaining, quirky and, most important, what’s engaging our audiences. The Times Union is seeking a savvy reporter who can write breaking news posts, report on trends and also take deeper dives into the stories behind the headlines in the Capital Region — particularly in Schenectady County. This is an area that’s known for innovation, thriving arts and great food, but there’s so much more to explore.
This position demands initiative, accuracy and insight. Our ideal candidate has solid news judgment and a strong understanding of the local communities. It also demands the ability to find and identify stories and trends that are immediate and important to our readers and potential subscribers. Strong writing and reporting skills are crucial.
This reporter will find unique angles to cover the most topical stories of the day with a focus on our audiences. This reporter should be familiar with, and focused on, the digital details of story production: headlines, SEO, multimedia assets and other points of optimization and promotion.
This is a full-time position and will include working on a weekend day each week. Other shifts or hours may be required as news warrants. This role will also require you to live in the Albany area of upstate New York, and will be hybrid/onsite.
Your duties on the team
• Works collaboratively with editors, other reporters, photographers and audience team members to tell impactful stories across platforms that engage and retain local subscribers and other readers
• Reports and writes quickly and effectively to break news online and follows up when appropriate with more in-depth enterprise pieces
• Contributes to social media and newsletters as needed
• Demonstrates a comfort level with analysis of web and social metrics, using data to help inform coverage decisions and content promotion
Skills You Bring To The Team
• Digital understanding of how news stories unfold cross-platform, including ideation around unique social components to digital storytelling
• Strong news judgment and a strong sense of what stories will pop among readers and will potentially add to a broader news conversation.
• Ability to make real-time coverage decisions in a daily news environment.
• Passion for journalism that upholds truth and accountability and is grounded in the local community
• Crisp, concise writing skills and diligent reporting with an understanding of AP style.
Requirements
• Experience reporting and writing in digital media.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, communications, English or the real-world equivalent with a record that demonstrates suitable preparation for this role.
• Excellent news judgment and understanding of media ethics and law.
About Us
The Times Union is investing in digital journalism. This role provides a unique opportunity for a journalist to make an impact in local communities.
The Times Union is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age who are traditionally underrepresented in the media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.
Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you’re passionate, dedicated and interested in working with us but don’t have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking an experienced offset journeyman pressman to join its Albany, NY, production operation. If hired, you will work with a close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces Times Union and numerous commercial print publications in a high-quality and cost-effective manner, seven days a week.
Qualifications
• 5-10 years
Job Description
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking an experienced offset journeyman pressman to join its Albany, NY, production operation. If hired, you will work with a close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces Times Union and numerous commercial print publications in a high-quality and cost-effective manner, seven days a week.
Qualifications
• 5-10 years of web offset newspaper or commercial printing experience.
• Able to produce high-quality print results on a consistent basis.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Well-developed verbal communication skills.
• Fluency with computerized press controls and operator interfaces.
• Technical knowledge and mechanical aptitude for newspaper printing operations, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Hours: Primarily evenings and weekend evenings, but hours can vary based on training and production needs.
Pay: This is a union position with an hourly rate of $33.89 per hour for a full Journeyman. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K, life insurance, paid vacations, sick time, holidays and personal time. $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days, and another $500 after six months of satisfactory performance.
Other: Also accepting applications for an Apprentice Pressperson and Substitute Pressperson.
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Newspapers requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after November 11, 2021, be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Newspapers will consider requests for reasonable accommodations on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking an experienced offset journeyman pressman to join its Albany, NY, production operation. If hired, you will work with a close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces Times Union and numerous commercial print publications in a high-quality and cost-effective manner, seven days a week.
Qualifications
• 5-10 years of web offset newspaper or commercial printing experience.
• Able to produce high-quality print results on a consistent basis.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Well-developed verbal communication skills.
• Fluency with computerized press controls and operator interfaces.
• Technical knowledge and mechanical aptitude for newspaper printing operations, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Hours: Primarily evenings and weekend evenings, but hours can vary based on training and production needs.
Pay: This is a union position with an hourly rate of $33.89 per hour for a full Journeyman. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K, life insurance, paid vacations, sick time, holidays and personal time. $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days, and another $500 after six months of satisfactory performance.
Other: Also accepting applications for an Apprentice Pressperson and Substitute Pressperson.
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Newspapers requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after November 11, 2021, be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Hearst Newspapers will consider requests for reasonable accommodations on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
The Times Union offers great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Job Description
$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking a reliable, conscientious and mechanically adept person interested in entering a five-year development program to become a Apprentice Pressperson (Offset Journeyman) in their Albany, NY production operation. If hired, you will work with an experienced, close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces the Times Union
Job Description
$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking a reliable, conscientious and mechanically adept person interested in entering a five-year development program to become a Apprentice Pressperson (Offset Journeyman) in their Albany, NY production operation. If hired, you will work with an experienced, close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces the Times Union and numerous commercial print publications in a high quality and cost-effective manner, seven days a week.
• Interest in learning a trade that produces high-quality print results on a consistent basis.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Well-developed verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with computers and learning how to use them to operate printing presses.
• Technical knowledge/mechanical aptitude in other production environments helpful.
• Understands the importance of equipment maintenance and enjoys same.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Hours: Hours and days can vary based on training and production needs.
Pay: Starting pay is $20.00/hour or 61% of the journeyman pay rate. As an apprentice progresses and acquires required knowledge and skills, the pay rate increases in steps until full Journeyman status is acquired, usually within 5 years. Receive $500.00 after 90 days and $500 after 6 months of satisfactory employment.
Other Opportunities: Also hiring for Presspersons (Offset Journeymen). See our website to apply directly to those positions.
The Times Union is located in New York’s Capital Region. We offer great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus...
The Times Union is seeking a reliable, conscientious and mechanically adept person interested in entering a five-year development program to become a Apprentice Pressperson (Offset Journeyman) in their Albany, NY production operation. If hired, you will work with an experienced, close-knit team responsible for maintaining and operating a state-of-the-art KBA Commander CL press that produces the Times Union and numerous commercial print publications in a high quality and cost-effective manner, seven days a week.
• Interest in learning a trade that produces high-quality print results on a consistent basis.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Well-developed verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with computers and learning how to use them to operate printing presses.
• Technical knowledge/mechanical aptitude in other production environments helpful.
• Understands the importance of equipment maintenance and enjoys same.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Hours: Hours and days can vary based on training and production needs.
Pay: Starting pay is $20.00/hour or 61% of the journeyman pay rate. As an apprentice progresses and acquires required knowledge and skills, the pay rate increases in steps until full Journeyman status is acquired, usually within 5 years. Receive $500.00 after 90 days and $500 after 6 months of satisfactory employment.
Other Opportunities: Also hiring for Presspersons (Offset Journeymen). See our website to apply directly to those positions.
The Times Union is located in New York’s Capital Region. We offer great pay, substantial benefits and the ability to live in a beautiful area of the country. Our commitment to multiculturalism, inclusion and anti-racism is reflected in our content, hiring strategies and culture. We encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status Show more details...
via Monster
posted_at: 22 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Plateroom Operator
The Times Union, a division of Hearst and the largest media organization in New York’s Capital Region, is looking for an energetic person to work full-time in their Computer-to-Plate (CTP) Imaging Department...
The primary responsibility of this position is to proof incoming page files, manage electronic page flow prior to the laser-imaging of printing plates to be installed on a KBA Commander 4-color web offset newspaper press.
Plateroom Operator
The Times Union, a division of Hearst and the largest media organization in New York’s Capital Region, is looking for an energetic person to work full-time in their Computer-to-Plate (CTP) Imaging Department...
The primary responsibility of this position is to proof incoming page files, manage electronic page flow prior to the laser-imaging of printing plates to be installed on a KBA Commander 4-color web offset newspaper press. The Plateroom Operator uses pre-press software applications to operate state-of-the-art AGFA CTP (computer-to-plate) imagers, processors and Nela vision benders to produce press-ready aluminum printing plates. In addition, this position works with press personnel to maximize print quality, performs cleaning and general maintenance of plateroom equipment, restocks raw materials, and performs light pagination of classified, legal, recruitment and obituary pages.
Position Requirements: Knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft Word and Excel and other computer-related software programs are preferred. Specialized computer software and equipment operation training will be provided. Effective and professional communications with coworkers in other departments and outside commercial print customers is critical to the success of the person filling this position. A high school diploma is required and experience with computer applications is a plus. Must be able to lift 35-pounds.
Pay: Starts at $18.00/hour and progresses upward with training and experience. Sign-on Bonuses: $500 after 90 days and another $500 after six months of satisfactory employment.
Applicants should apply online by 3/10/23 at: www.joinhnp.com Show more details...
The Times Union, a division of Hearst and the largest media organization in New York’s Capital Region, is looking for an energetic person to work full-time in their Computer-to-Plate (CTP) Imaging Department...
The primary responsibility of this position is to proof incoming page files, manage electronic page flow prior to the laser-imaging of printing plates to be installed on a KBA Commander 4-color web offset newspaper press. The Plateroom Operator uses pre-press software applications to operate state-of-the-art AGFA CTP (computer-to-plate) imagers, processors and Nela vision benders to produce press-ready aluminum printing plates. In addition, this position works with press personnel to maximize print quality, performs cleaning and general maintenance of plateroom equipment, restocks raw materials, and performs light pagination of classified, legal, recruitment and obituary pages.
Position Requirements: Knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft Word and Excel and other computer-related software programs are preferred. Specialized computer software and equipment operation training will be provided. Effective and professional communications with coworkers in other departments and outside commercial print customers is critical to the success of the person filling this position. A high school diploma is required and experience with computer applications is a plus. Must be able to lift 35-pounds.
Pay: Starts at $18.00/hour and progresses upward with training and experience. Sign-on Bonuses: $500 after 90 days and another $500 after six months of satisfactory employment.
Applicants should apply online by 3/10/23 at: www.joinhnp.com Show more details...
via Barefoot Student
schedule_type: Contractor
Newspaper Carriers Needed Immediately (Capital District)
compensation: Paid Weekly...
employment type: contract
job title: independent contractor
$1000 Stay On Bonus - Paid $125 a week for 8 weeks.
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS
NEEDED IMMEDIATELY
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers.
Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size).
Weekly
Newspaper Carriers Needed Immediately (Capital District)
compensation: Paid Weekly...
employment type: contract
job title: independent contractor
$1000 Stay On Bonus - Paid $125 a week for 8 weeks.
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS
NEEDED IMMEDIATELY
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers.
Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size).
Weekly $$ direct deposit. Earn $200-$500 (depending on route size) Plus tips!
Delivery deadlines Monday thru Friday 6am, Saturday 7am and Sunday 8am
Great way to earn extra money without interfering with your normal routine.
Works well with most other full/part time jobs or other daily obligations.
The Times Union is looking for independently contracted
carriers in the following areas:
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
NY173301 - $155/weekly, small route can deliver a 2nd one. Delmar area.
NY614563 - $280/weekly in the Latham area. Average of 16 miles a day.
NY626007 - Watervliet Pays $235/weekly. Delivery time 1.5 Hrs. daily , 3 Hrs. Sunday . 18miles daily, 19 miles Sunday - Area: Watervliet Shaker Rd , Hoefer St, Sutherland Dr , Bridge wood Ln, 7thave , 13th St , 2nd Ave
NY525109 $310/Week in Mechanicville/Stillwater, approx. 2 HRS and 55 miles
NY767101 - pays $245/weekly. Saratoga area, 31 miles daily and 50 on Sunday.
NY767103 - pays $460/weekly. Saratoga and Stillwater area, 103 miles daily and 125 on Sunday.
NY767113 - $425/weekly - Gansevoort and Saratoga. Roughly 75 miles daily and 120 on Sunday.
NY353401 - $270/Weekly, In the Glenmont area.
NY353502 - 200/weekly, Selkirk, Feura Bush and So. Bethlehem. Roughly 76 miles daily and 95 Sunday.
NY818195 --$380/weekly. Rt. 43 and Rt. 150 , Capitol Blvd, Tollgate areas W. Sand Lake, Averill Park, 70 miles daily.
NY867206 - $250/week, N. Troy area, north and south of 125th St. area, 30 miles daily and 45 miles on Sunday
• NY895411/6300* - Thursday thru Sunday $250/weekly. Area is in Ghent, Chatham and East Chatham. 67 miles daily and 100 on Sunday.
to Apply - Visit ------------/carriers, Text CARRIER to to ------------ or call ------------ and leave a message Show more details...
compensation: Paid Weekly...
employment type: contract
job title: independent contractor
$1000 Stay On Bonus - Paid $125 a week for 8 weeks.
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS
NEEDED IMMEDIATELY
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
You will be delivering the Times Union and other partners newspapers.
Most routes take 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours to deliver each day (depending on route size).
Weekly $$ direct deposit. Earn $200-$500 (depending on route size) Plus tips!
Delivery deadlines Monday thru Friday 6am, Saturday 7am and Sunday 8am
Great way to earn extra money without interfering with your normal routine.
Works well with most other full/part time jobs or other daily obligations.
The Times Union is looking for independently contracted
carriers in the following areas:
• Routes are 7 days a week unless otherwise noted *
NY173301 - $155/weekly, small route can deliver a 2nd one. Delmar area.
NY614563 - $280/weekly in the Latham area. Average of 16 miles a day.
NY626007 - Watervliet Pays $235/weekly. Delivery time 1.5 Hrs. daily , 3 Hrs. Sunday . 18miles daily, 19 miles Sunday - Area: Watervliet Shaker Rd , Hoefer St, Sutherland Dr , Bridge wood Ln, 7thave , 13th St , 2nd Ave
NY525109 $310/Week in Mechanicville/Stillwater, approx. 2 HRS and 55 miles
NY767101 - pays $245/weekly. Saratoga area, 31 miles daily and 50 on Sunday.
NY767103 - pays $460/weekly. Saratoga and Stillwater area, 103 miles daily and 125 on Sunday.
NY767113 - $425/weekly - Gansevoort and Saratoga. Roughly 75 miles daily and 120 on Sunday.
NY353401 - $270/Weekly, In the Glenmont area.
NY353502 - 200/weekly, Selkirk, Feura Bush and So. Bethlehem. Roughly 76 miles daily and 95 Sunday.
NY818195 --$380/weekly. Rt. 43 and Rt. 150 , Capitol Blvd, Tollgate areas W. Sand Lake, Averill Park, 70 miles daily.
NY867206 - $250/week, N. Troy area, north and south of 125th St. area, 30 miles daily and 45 miles on Sunday
• NY895411/6300* - Thursday thru Sunday $250/weekly. Area is in Ghent, Chatham and East Chatham. 67 miles daily and 100 on Sunday.
to Apply - Visit ------------/carriers, Text CARRIER to to ------------ or call ------------ and leave a message Show more details...
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