Layout and Ad Coordinator

Design and lays out all Western Publications. Routes agency and out-of-town ads through the advertising and graphics departments.

• 1. Designs and layouts out all Western Publications, maintaining proper percentages between advertising and editorial and profitability benchmarks for each edition
• 2. Uses our ad layout software to design all publications and run reports requested by the advertising department
• 3. Receives and places agency/out-of-town advertising into the paper.
• 4. Computes cost of advertising and takes payments from customers.
• 5. Has contact with customers on the phone in a courteous and professional manner, ensuring the highest level of customer service at all times.
• 6. Presents clear layouts to graphics department in order that customers receive the best placement within the newspaper.
• 7. Maintains a proper file for insertions and correspondence from each agency/customer.
• 8. Proofreads advertising for all publications when possible.
• 9. Proofs advertisements to customers requesting proofs.
• 10. Assists with advertising reports as assigned;
• 11. Prepares media packets for potential advertisers or sales reps.
• 12. Brings to the attention of the advertising manager problems that may occur so the problems may be handled in the best and proper manner.
• 13. Types a minimum of 50 words per minute accurately.
• 14. Has ability to lift 30 lbs.
• 15. Exceeds customer expectations. A customer is anyone who contributes directly or indirectly to the revenues of the organization.
• 16. Backup executive advertising assistant in scheduling of major local advertisers.
• 17. Cross trains with advertising assistant.

• 1. Participates in company Hazard Communications program and follows all safety regulations.
• 2. Cross train on other jobs for back-up purposes as assigned.
• 3. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing any customer service related duties to the desired results as needed.
• 4. Performs other work related duties as assigned.

• 1. High school graduate or equivalent.
• 4. Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, flexibility and ability to work independently.