The School of Journalism’s Career Center provides information about journalism jobs that require at least two years of experience. This job listing service is for jobs that require two-four, three-five, five-seven and 10 or more years of experience. We hear about such positions on a regular basis and post the listings here.

The School already offers an online database of jobs and internships for current students who are looking for that first position in journalism. We also have a way of e-mailing opportunities to students who are in the JCC system.

If you know of any relevant job openings for either of the listing services, please e-mail pnoland@ku.edu.

CURRENT JOB LISTINGS:   

Communications Specialist, HNTB (KCMO)
The communications specialist is responsible for supporting marketing communications and public relations programs that directly advance the firm’s strategic business goals and are in alignment with HNTB’s brand and visual identity. Effective project management of the programs will be required. Web site content management also is expected. This position requires top-level writing skills for both print and electronic media, the ability to “think visually” to translate concepts into effective PowerPoint presentations and a passion for communications excellence. Previous experience writing and managing collateral pieces, coordinating PR events and developing presentations is required. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and handle multiple projects simultaneously is a must. Prior client service and corporate experience desired. Knowledge of Web site development and content management tools is required. Other responsibilities: Develop Web site tracking and regular communications reports; Assist with invoice and budget management; Manage collateral inventory; and Coordinate other assignments as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing or related area. Qualified candidates will have at least 3 years experience in the effective development and implementation of marketing communications programs.  The position may require travel to industry events or HNTB meetings. Winning candidate must possess a can-do attitude and be willing to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven atmosphere. The position works collaboratively as part of a 15-person team.  Resumes and writing samples may be sent to Phyllis Schallenberg., Corporate Communications and Brand Stewardship, HNTB Holdings Ltd, 715 Kirk Drive, Kansas City, MO 64105, Tel (816) 527-2629, Fax (816) 472-5004, www.hntb.com. (Posted 11-6-09)

General Manager, Fleishman-Hillard (Kansas City)
Fleishman-Hillard, recently recognized by The Holmes Report in its annual agency workplace survey as the best large agency to work for, is seeking an experienced leader for the General Manager position in our Kansas City office. The FH KC office is the largest public relations agency in the market, and one of the largest and most successful in the Fleishman-Hillard global network.  The office is a regional and global center of excellence for several areas of communications practice, including corporate affairs, marketing, biotechnology, healthcare, food and agriculture, animal health, branding, interactive, design, technology, and multicultural communications. In its 31-year history, the office has earned a reputation for delivering award-winning client work; attracting and retaining a diversely talented staff that thrives on teamwork; successfully pursuing new business across the region as well as globally; and maintaining high visibility throughout the community through extensive volunteerism and pro bono initiatives. The General Manager will have responsibility for strategic planning for the office; oversight of client relations and new business development; staff recruiting and career development; community involvement; meeting financial targets related to growth, revenue delivery, and profitability; and all aspects of office management. At Fleishman-Hillard, our General Managers offer expertise across a broad range of public relations practices, as well as demonstrate excellent management skills, including the ability to coach, motivate, lead and inspire their teams. Complete job description. (Posted 10-27-09)

Assistant Editor, Networx Communication (Kansas City, Mo.)
Job Summary: The Assistant Editor collaborates with the Editor to write and edit articles and news stories that appear in the print editions, e-newsletters and other e-media related content for four B2B and association magazines. Responsibilities: Assist in editing, proofing and writing short departments; Write features that appear in the news and features sections of the print editions by conducting interviews and acquiring art; Help coordinate the art/production stage of the print edition, including tracking assigned articles, editing and proof-reading pages; Assist editor by providing material for web, including but not limited to, news items, articles, tradeshow reviews and photo galleries; Follow up on requests from readers and vendors for PDFs or extra issues; Assist with marketing, circulation, webinars and special issues; Assist with tracking materials for production, including ads, photographs and copy. Education, experience and skills: Ability to handle multiple tasks / projects; Ability to meet deadlines; Proven proofing, editing, and writing skills; Excellent organization skills; Strong interpersonal and communication (spoken & written) skills; Advanced skills in Microsoft Word; Familiar with Microsoft Outlook / E-mail; Familiar with Microsoft Excel; Familiar with database and content management systems; Familiar with social networking initiatives; Self-motivated; Team oriented; Outstanding relationship building and ability to interview sources, organize and write feature articles, news stories and execute good note-taking skills; Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English or related field of study; 1-2 years experience working in a similar capacity; project management, writing and editing a plus. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Reports to: Editor. Full Time: 37.5 hours; Monday-Friday. Application: Forward resume and cover letter to Jody Becker, jody@robstan.com. (Posted 10-27-09)

Communications Director, Repower America (Washington, DC)
The Alliance for Climate Protection launched the Repower America campaign to galvanize the American public around a bold new clean energy plan and a revitalized national energy infrastructure that will jumpstart our economy and create millions of jobs; help end our dependence on foreign oil; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Alliance for Climate Protection is seeking an experienced Communications Director for its Repower America campaign in Washington, D.C. The Communications Director is responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy to spearhead the communications activities of Repower, with a focus on (1) educating the public about the causes of and solutions to the climate crisis; and (2) prmoting the passage of federal climate protection legislation during the current Congress. The Communications Director would also maintain and further develop Repower America’s relationships with national reporters, increase placement in national, local and non-traditional media, and work with Repower America strategy and campaign staff to forward communications objectives related to the campaign. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, two writing samples and three references to resumes@climateprotect.org with “Repower Communications Director” in the subject line. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION. (Posted 10-6-09)

Public Relations Representative/Writer, Hawker Beechcraft (Wichita, KS)
This position is crucial to the company's relationships with the public, industry, and employees by ensuring consistent and strong communications both externally and internally ultimately enhancing the company's brand image. Responsible for creating and coordinating public relations activities and projects including: press releases and media relations. Responsibilities also include building and strengthening relationships with the media, community/industry stakeholders, and public officials. Participate in enhancing the company's image both externally and internally. Candidate must hold the ability to think critically to conceive strategies, executive ideas and enhancing brand images with business leaders and customers. Individual must be detailed oriented, self-starter with the initiative and self-managing responsibilities with little to no directions. This position is heavily imbedded with multiple projects in a high pace, changing environment and must be able to meet tight deadlines with limited notice and little direction. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION. (Posted 10-6-09)

Promo./Advertising & Marketing Communications, Hawker Beechcraft (Wichita, KS)
Job Description: Support market growth initiatives and related marketing & sales activities to include new product launches, B2C & B2E communications and on-going website maintenance. Job Requirements: 5+ years experience; Strong technical copy writing, content management skills; Strong graphic design and marketing collateral development skills; Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and In Design; Technical aptitude for software; Experience with internet marketing and online D2C channel sales and support; Experience in online advertising campaign management. Preferred Skills: Sound decision making and problem solving skills; Ability to work in fast paced environment changing environment; Ability to partner and achieve results in a team environment; Ability to understand and incorporate customer needs in the decision making process; Knowledge of general aviation a plus. Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Liberal Arts, etc. Education Preferred: BFA in graphic design. Other Considerations: Travel could be possible – primarily to trade shows. For moreinformation and to apply see Job ID:  0101206 at http://www.hawkerbeechcraft.com/employment/ (Posted 10-6-09)

Co-Director of Strategic Sales and Marketing, Entercom Radio (Kansas City)
Entercom Radio is hiring a strategic sales and marketing director to oversee the selling and creation of high level, long-term, multi faceted marketing campaigns targeted towards clients who are interested in measurable business results. A strong understanding of radio, digital, experiential street marketing, with an overall strategic marketing mind with the ability to implement integrated marketing strategies and excellent writing skills is a must. This position partners with sales, programming and promotions on four of Entercom Kansas City’s radio stations, to develop and establish creative and sound strategies for high dollar/multi-year clients as well as capitalizing on existing station events and campaigns. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION. Please send a completed Entercom application along with resume to dalpert@entercom.com & hcash@entercom.com, or by mail to 7000 Squibb Rd. Mission, KS 66202, Attn: Dave Alpert. Application can be found at www.entercom.com. (Posted 10-2-09)

Manager, Payless Store Communications, Payless ShoeSource, Collective Brands, (Topeka, Kansas)
Reports to: Vice President of Communication and Social Responsibility (75%) and Division Senior Vice President of Human Resources (25%). Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) is a leader in bringing compelling lifestyle, fashion and performance brands for footwear and related accessories to consumers worldwide. The company operates three strategic business units which reach consumers through a powerful brand portfolio, sold at multiple price points and through diverse selling channels including retail, wholesale, ecommerce, franchising and licensing. Collective Brands, Inc. includes Payless ShoeSource, a chain of more than 4,500 retail stores focused on democratizing fashion and design in footwear and accessories; Stride Rite, a premiere portfolio of lifestyle, athletic, and children's brands, including Stride Rite(R), Keds(R), Sperry Top-Sider(R), Robeez(R), and Saucony(R), sold primarily through wholesaling; and Collective Licensing International, the brand development, management and global licensing unit, with youth lifestyle brands such as Airwalk(R), Vision Street Wear(R), Lamar(R), and Sims(R), among others. Information about each of the Collective Brand's business units and brands can be found at http://www.collectivebrands.com. Our world headquarters is centrally located in Topeka, KS, facilitating easy travel to all parts of the country. And, Topeka enjoys close proximity to Kansas City and Lawrence, home of the University of Kansas, providing our Associates with multiple communities in which to reside. Overview: Internal Communications lead for the largest specialty footwear company in the Western Hemisphere. The Manager of Store Communications oversees a team that develops and distributes global communications targeted specifically at field leaders and store associates (approximately 25,000 employees working in 4,500 locations in the U.S., Canada, Central and South America). This position requires a strong proficiency in communication and the ability to interact with/manage expectations of a large, diverse group of partners/clients (both inside the corporate office and in the field). Responsibilities: Strategic planning; Leading/managing a cross-functional team, drive the process to develop communication plans to support the company¿s seasonal business plans (i.e., promotional calendars, brand launches, etc.); Executive communication planning and execution; Manage production/delivery of communication via multiple channels (all printed and electronic communication, multiple languages); Metrics to improve communications - Maintain editorial calendar and metrics system to maximize planned messages and minimize communication errors. Use reporting data to develop recommendations for change; Manage and develop team of writers, project managers and copy center/mail room associates; Channel development - Develop store intranet functionality based on associate usability and strategic need; Annual Field Leadership Meeting content development and meeting planning. Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, business or other related field; Experience leading/managing a communications function in a retail organization; prefer candidates with experience in large, multi-unit organizations with highly dispersed workforces; Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; Strong experience managing both electronic and print media, including portal/website; Project management skills; Proven team player, able to build partnerships with cross-functional teams in a retail environment; Required technical skills - Proficiency in use of all Microsoft Office software, including Powerpoint, Word, Excel and Sharepoint; Foreign language skills (esp. Spanish and French) are not required, but experience managing multi-language communications/ translation services is desirable For more inforamtiona nd to apply, click here. (Posted 9-30-09)

Publisher, Daily Herald (Roanoke Rapids, NC)
PUBLISHER needed for Roanoke Rapids, NC, Daily Herald, a five-day daily on I-95 near beautiful Lake Gaston, just south of Virginia line. Responsible for all operations, plus direct supervision of ad sales. Willing to pay what it takes to get top candidate. E-mail group manager at will.chapman@wickcommunications.com. Please visit the Wick Communications Web site for more information on the company: www.wickcommunications.com (Posted 9-30-09)