News Editor

Farmville Newsmedia, LLC is looking for a talented, experienced editor to continue the multi-

media’s organization’s evolution to a digital-first environment. We are focused on driving web

traffic and providing compelling content for our varied editorial products, both online and in

print. Farmville is a historic but progressive community. It has a great small college town vibe

with an economy driven by Longwood University, Hampden-Sydney College and Green Front

Furniture. The High Bridge, along with three area state parks provide plenty of outdoor

recreational opportunities. With a lively downtown and a growing restaurant scene, the town is

coming alive and reckoning with its history, as is The Farmville Herald.

If you have the following characteristics, we would like to discuss the position with you. A

passion for community journalism A commitment to being objective at all times. Enjoy

identifying story opportunities and ideas. Consistently meet press deadlines. Be able to switch

gears quickly when needed to cover a breaking story. A positive, professional working

relationships with staff, readers and community leaders.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), vision, life insurance,

paid holidays, sick time and paid vacation. This is an “in community” position so candidates will

need to live within commuting distance or relocate.

Please contact Publisher Betty Ramsey at Betty.Ramsey@FarmvilleHerald.com for any

questions about the position. Send a resume, cover letter and links to a variety of writing

samples to that address as well. No phone calls, please.

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