The Silsbee Bee Seeks Full-Time Journalist / Ad Designer

SILSBEE – The Silsbee Bee is seeking a full-time journalist with graphic design skills to join its newsroom. This position blends community reporting with advertising design for print publication.

Responsibilities include covering local news and events, writing feature stories, producing print advertisements using Adobe Illustrator, and completing photography assignments for both editorial and advertising needs.

The ideal candidate is creative, community-minded, and dependable, with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. While prior experience in journalism, communications, or graphic design is preferred, The Silsbee Bee is willing to train the right person who demonstrates initiative, reliability, and attention to detail.

This role involves close collaboration with editors, reporters, and marketing staff to meet weekly print deadlines. Local travel for assignments as well as community event attendance is required, and reliable transportation is necessary.

Community newspapers are a unique career path, and we understand that mastering both journalism and design takes time and dedication. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys working directly with their community and contributing to high-quality local journalism and advertising.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a brief cover letter, and writing or design samples (if available) to publisher@silsbee-bee.com. Pay is commensurate with experience.