Newsroom & Subscriptions Assistant (Part-Time)

Undisclosed; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Adams Multimedia and the Caledonia Argus in southern Minnesota are seeking a fast-thinking, highly organized part-time office assistant to support our newsroom and business operations. You will handle administrative duties, manage reader and subscriber inquiries, and assist editorial and advertising teams in a deadline-driven environment.

Starting salary is $16.00 per hour. The role includes newsroom support, subscriber relations, processing public notices and obituaries, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and phone etiquette under tight deadlines.
• Strong digital skills including database management and basic content platforms.
• High school diploma or equivalent; media or journalism coursework is a plus.
• Superior accuracy to prevent errors in published notices and billing.

Responsibilities

• Newsroom Support: Direct tips, press releases, and breaking news calls to editors or reporters.
• Subscriber Relations: Answer phones for subscription renewals, delivery issues, and reader feedback.
• Public Notices & Obituaries: Format, log, and process notices and legal announcements.
• Archiving & Research: Maintain clipping library and digital story archive.
• Ad Coordination: Help sales process insertion orders and sort billing paperwork.

Skills

Excellent communication

Digital skills

Attention to accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Adams Multimedia and the Caledonia Argus in southern Minnesota are seeking a fast-thinking, highly organized part-time office assistant to support our newsroom and business operations. You will handle administrative duties, manage reader and subscriber inquiries, and assist editorial and advertising teams in a deadline-driven environment.

Starting salary is $16.00 per hour. The role includes newsroom support, subscriber relations, processing public notices and obituaries, and assisting with