Vermont Independent Media, Publisher of The Commons & The Deerfield Valley News, both award-winning nonprofit weekly newspapers, seeks an Executive Director to oversee our strategic vision, lead business decisions to drive growth, and serve as chief spokesperson for the organization.

The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of nonprofit management of two weekly newspapers, The Commons & The Deerfield Valley News, its entities, and special projects.

Our coverage area includes all of Windham County and most of Southern Vermont. The Executive Director will focus on and manage the day-to-day operations. Major duties include fundraising, grant writing, advertising/marketing, and business development. overseeing staff and community outreach.

The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

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August 2025

We are seeking an entrepreneurial professional with sales and marketing expertise who will work closely with our staff team to take The Bridge to the next level of earned and contributed revenue. The Advertising Sales Specialist will play a major role in helping to design and execute The Bridge’s advertising campaigns and strengthen local news by expanding our advertising base. This includes direct sales to our established and extensive customer list to develop and provide opportunities for businesses, organizations, and community members to connect their message into The Bridge network.

Key goals for this position:
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to increase print and digital advertising and contribute revenue.
• Expand the number and diversity of businesses, organizations, and individuals that engage with our work and mission, so we are serving people from all walks of life, representing the full breadth of our community.

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July 2025

The North Star Monthly and Kingdom Guide are trusted publications rooted in the culture, economy, and everyday life of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. We’re looking for a driven, community-oriented Advertising Sales Representative to help connect local businesses with the readers who live, work, and explore here year-round.

This is a flexible, remote-friendly position ideal for someone who appreciates meaningful storytelling, regional business, and working independently, with strong support behind the scenes.

What You’ll Do:

• Build relationships with small businesses, nonprofits, and regional organizations
• Recommend print and digital ad solutions that fit their goals
• Manage your own pipeline of leads, outreach, and renewals
• Coordinate ad materials and campaign timelines with our editorial team
• Represent our publications with integrity, curiosity, and a neighborly spirit

What We Offer:

• Remote flexibility—work from home, your car, or your favorite coffee spot
• Commission-based pay with strong renewal potential
• Training, scripts, and sales tools provided
• Discounted advertising perks for your own ventures or community causes
• A chance to make a real difference for businesses in a place you care about

You Might Be a Fit If:

• You’re friendly, organized, and don’t mind picking up the phone
• You’ve got a soft spot for small-town business and local storytelling
• You’re familiar with the NEK—or eager to get to know it
• You enjoy flexible, self-directed work with clear goals

Company: North Star Monthly & Kingdom Guide

Location: Remote within or near Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time Commission-Based

To Apply: Email a short introduction and resume (if available) to info@northstarmonthly.com. We’re more interested in your approach than your resume.

July 2025

If you are tech-savvy, curious about community events, and quick with technology, this position could be perfect for you!

The Digital Editor will help us develop our digital platforms, working with the news team and publishing team to manage all digital content on our websites (AddisonIndependent.com and MiniBury.com), social media and newsletters.

Experience with WordPress and MailChimp preferred, along with a strong commitment to learn new systems and improving our platforms to reach and engage our readers. Additional responsibilities include copy editing, proofreading, and working with our audience development team to analyze patterns and reach more readers!

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July 2025

The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer of the Ipswich Local News
and is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the
organization. The ED will work closely with a small team of staff, freelancers, and
volunteers and will report directly to the board of directors. This hands-on leadership role
requires a balance of editorial understanding, nonprofit management, fundraising, and
community engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide visionary and strategic leadership to fulfill the organization’s mission.
• Work with the board to develop and implement long-term goals and strategic plans.
• Cultivate a strong, inclusive organizational culture that supports innovation,
collaboration, and integrity.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including individual
giving, grants, and sponsorships.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, funders, and community partners.
• Oversee grant writing and reporting, and track impact and financial outcomes.

To apply, send a resume to jm@thelocalnews.news.

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July 2025

Are you a results-driven business development professional who’s passionate about helping local businesses grow – and motivated by work that truly matters? Join the Maine Trust for Local News and be part of something bigger: sustaining independent, high-quality local journalism and guiding Maine businesses through a rapidly evolving media landscape.

At the Maine Trust for Local News, our mission is to preserve and strengthen trusted local reporting across the state. But we can’t do it without thriving local businesses. As a Media Sales Consultant, you’ll be a key partner to businesses in your community—helping them navigate the changing world of marketing and connect meaningfully with customers through our expansive portfolio of print and digital products.

You won’t just be selling ads – you’ll be building relationships, solving problems, and driving success for your clients. Every campaign you sell supports the journalism our communities rely on – and helps Maine businesses stay strong and visible in an increasingly competitive and digital-first economy.

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June 2025

The Enterprise newspapers on Cape Cod have an opening for a general assignment reporter. If you have an interest in journalism and want to take an active role in the community by reporting local news, government, and events, we want to hear from you.

The ideal candidate would be an energetic, curious, and amiable individual with a background in journalism and a familiarity or interest in local government, and of course, an ability to write well on deadline.

Please send your resume and letter of interest to Editor John Paradise at paradise@capenews.net.

June 2025

Sample News Group (SNG) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Vice President to lead our operations in western Pennsylvania, overseeing a group that includes four daily newspapers and 10 weekly publications.

The successful candidate will serve as Publisher of one of our regional newspapers while providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to the remaining publications. While Western Pennsylvania remains a stronghold for print journalism, we are committed to expanding our digital footprint. We’re looking for a leader who can drive innovation and integration across both platforms.

At SNG, our mission is to deliver the best of both print and digital to our readers. With more than 500 employees across multiple states, we are proud to focus on small-town America and community-driven journalism.

If you’re ready to lead in a group with strong print traditions and digital growth potential, we want to hear from you.

To apply, send resume to: Grsample@samplenewsgroup.com

May 2025

The Bedford Citizen is looking for a full-time (35 hours/week) Community Reporter to cover local government meetings, schools, community events, and features as well as breaking news in the town of Bedford, MA.

The candidate must be able to attend meetings (mostly in the evening) and occasional weekend/holiday events, have their own transportation, and be able to work without a physical office. The candidate should be a self-starter who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to turn stories around quickly, and be familiar with covering local government.

Reporting to the Managing Editor and Editorial Committee, the Community Reporter will join two online content-oriented meetings each week. The Community Reporter will share information on upcoming meetings and events while talking about story angles and prioritizing stories with the Managing Editor and Editorial Committee.

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May 2025