Member Exchange & Job Openings

REPORTER:  Join a collaborative newsroom where reporters have the freedom to tell the stories that matter most. Our 2024 series on people living in the margins was named best investigative reporting in Iowa. The Quad-City Times and Dispatch-Argus, daily publications in the Quad-Cities, are seeking an education reporter to help drive our coverage in a competitive media market of nearly 385,000 people. The education reporter will work out of the Davenport, Iowa, newsroom, which overlooks the Mississippi River.

Apply at https://lee.net/careers/ and search for Davenport as the location. When applying, please submit the following items: a cover letter; a resume detailing relevant journalism experience; and five examples of published journalism work.   (5-14-25)

MULTIMEDIA ACCOUNT MANAGER: The Bemidji Pioneer, part of Forum Communications Company, is hiring a Multimedia Account Manager to help local businesses grow through impactful print and digital marketing. This fast-paced, community-focused role blends relationship-building, creativity, and sales, with flexible scheduling and uncapped commission potential. Ideal candidates are driven, curious, and people-oriented, with a passion for local impact. Join a supportive, fun team committed to trusted journalism and innovative advertising solutions. Compensation ranges from $55K–$80K+, with benefits and growth opportunities. Apply now and be part of a legacy brand shaping the future of local media! http://www.forumcomm.com/careers  (6-12-25)

SALES PROFESSIONAL: Eastern Iowa Publications is looking to add an experienced sales professional to our advertising team. The Advocate News in Wilton is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated outside sales representative. The sales representative creates custom advertising packages that will help clients gain desired business results. We are looking for someone who understands small business owners and can connect with customers and help them achieve their business objectives through effective advertising campaigns. You’ll have a unique opportunity to sell our paid advertising base with effective digital strategies. This is the ideal position for an experienced advertising professional who wants to provide superior service to manage promotions, projects, and campaigns to help our customers and potential customers succeed. Excellent phone and in person customer service skills are required. You must have a valid drivers license with reliable transportation and be willing and able to drive to and meet with current and future customers as well as providing in office customer service assistance. To apply, please submit the following items: a cover letter and resume detailing sales experience and email to northscottpress214@gmail.com. (6-18-2025)