August 2024 job listings

Listed below are the job openings in journalism and media that we know about in the St. Louis area and surrounding region.  The Marshall Project is seeking an engagement reporter to produce original journalism about the criminal justice system in St. Louis. Full listing. They are also seeking an experienced investigative reporter for their team.…

June 2024 job listings

Listed below are the job openings in journalism and media that we know about in the St. Louis area and surrounding region.  KSDK is looking for a multi-skilled journalist-anchor and reporter. KSDK is a TEGNA news organization. Full listing Nextstar is also seeking a multi-media journalist reporter. Full listing. KTVI is seeking a reporter with…

The PRESS Act

As journalists, we try not to wade into political waters beyond observing and reporting. However, when we are talking about safeguarding journalism and protecting journalists from governmental interference, we must speak while we can. St. Louis Society of Professional Journalists has chosen to co-sign the letter coordinated among more than 120 First Amendment, journalism and…

Congratulations to the Region 7 Mark of Excellence Award winners!

The Region 7 Mark of Excellence awards were presented via a Zoom ceremony on Monday, April 22. St. Louis Pro president Elizabeth Donald and Region 7 coordinator Loretta McGraw announced the list of winners and finalists, which included students from universities across five midwestern states. The awards were presented online following the cancellation of the…

May 2024 job listings

Listed below are the job openings in journalism and media that we know about in the St. Louis area and surrounding region.  Gray Television is seeking interns to do state house reporting in Jefferson City, Missouri. Full listing. St. Louis Public Radio is seeking a morning newscaster and producer for the weekday podcast The Gateway.…

Farewell First Amendment, hello pizza!

Monday was the 12th annual First Amendment Free* Food Festival at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. As in previous years, students had to sign away their First Amendment rights in order to receive free pizza and soda on the patio outside Dunham Hall. Once they do, they get a little reminder of what life is like…

Regional conference canceled – and we need your input

It is with deep regret that we must announce cancellation of the Region 7 conference scheduled for April 13. I have been consulting with our regional director, Loretta McGraw, and we came to the conclusion today that we simply did not have enough registrations to warrant a conference.  It is a great disappointment to both…