Spokesman-Jobs
Posted February 01, 2026.
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Editorial Assistant
The Spokesman-Review, a family-owned newspaper in the Inland Northwest, is seeking an Editorial Assistant to join their team!
Position: Editorial Assistant
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt
Salary: $20/hr.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Location: Spokane, WA (on-site, SR building)
About this role: This position is responsible for compiling and entering information into the listings database, organizing and preparing daily listings and calendars for publication in the newspaper, and serving as the first point of contact for the newsroom by answering main phone lines and assisting visitors in a positive and professional manner. The role includes daily distribution and posting of newspapers within the newsroom; monitoring and managing multiple inboxes (WebTeam, Features, Editor, and Junk folders); confirming and entering Letters to the Editor; and entering and preparing event listings for galleries, museums, and First Friday calendars. On a weekly basis, the position compiles TV grids, arts, Voice (volunteer and senior meals), entertainment, family, social, literary, home, education, neighborhood, and religion calendars; exports and edits listings to the Blox digital publishing system; and prepares recurring features such as 10 Under $10 and Water Cooler columns. Additional responsibilities include writing anniversary, birth, centennial, and five-generation announcements; assisting customers with newspaper and archive book purchases; providing backup support for court records and other calendars during absences; and completing other duties as assigned.
What you'll contribute to our team: Create a positive attitude that cultivates a sense of camaraderie and chemistry in our newsroom that helps us not only achieve our goals but also exceed them. This positivity is essential as we focus on helping our newspaper go forward with strategies aimed at our long-term survival. Typing at 40 wpm. Ability to pay close attention to detail and to make accuracy a priority. Ability to deal courteously with and empathize with customers.
What we offer: We are a family owned and operated multi-business organization with a heart for the community we serve and our employees. We set you up for success by providing the necessary tools and training needed to succeed in your position! We provide: A friendly, supportive, and professional team atmosphere. Competitive wages and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K matching, Employee Assistance Programs, and so much more! We believe work/life balance is key to continued success, we offer Vacation days, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays!
Apply online at https://cowlesco.vistahrms.com For consideration, you must include your resume, cover letter, and references.
Position: Editorial Assistant
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt
Salary: $20/hr.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Location: Spokane, WA (on-site, SR building)
About this role: This position is responsible for compiling and entering information into the listings database, organizing and preparing daily listings and calendars for publication in the newspaper, and serving as the first point of contact for the newsroom by answering main phone lines and assisting visitors in a positive and professional manner. The role includes daily distribution and posting of newspapers within the newsroom; monitoring and managing multiple inboxes (WebTeam, Features, Editor, and Junk folders); confirming and entering Letters to the Editor; and entering and preparing event listings for galleries, museums, and First Friday calendars. On a weekly basis, the position compiles TV grids, arts, Voice (volunteer and senior meals), entertainment, family, social, literary, home, education, neighborhood, and religion calendars; exports and edits listings to the Blox digital publishing system; and prepares recurring features such as 10 Under $10 and Water Cooler columns. Additional responsibilities include writing anniversary, birth, centennial, and five-generation announcements; assisting customers with newspaper and archive book purchases; providing backup support for court records and other calendars during absences; and completing other duties as assigned.
What you'll contribute to our team: Create a positive attitude that cultivates a sense of camaraderie and chemistry in our newsroom that helps us not only achieve our goals but also exceed them. This positivity is essential as we focus on helping our newspaper go forward with strategies aimed at our long-term survival. Typing at 40 wpm. Ability to pay close attention to detail and to make accuracy a priority. Ability to deal courteously with and empathize with customers.
What we offer: We are a family owned and operated multi-business organization with a heart for the community we serve and our employees. We set you up for success by providing the necessary tools and training needed to succeed in your position! We provide: A friendly, supportive, and professional team atmosphere. Competitive wages and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K matching, Employee Assistance Programs, and so much more! We believe work/life balance is key to continued success, we offer Vacation days, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays!
Apply online at https://cowlesco.vistahrms.com For consideration, you must include your resume, cover letter, and references.
