General Manager--Newspaper Operations

Job Description

Job Description

General Manager – Newspaper Operations

Location: Riverton, WY (Onsite)

Compensation: $55,000 – $125,000 annually (Salary + Commission)

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance | Retirement Plan | ESOP | Paid Time Off | Relocation Assistance

About the Role

On behalf of our client, a local flagship publication located in scenic Riverton, Wyoming, together with its esteemed sister publications, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager . Working closely with the Publisher, you will oversee day-to-day operations with a core focus on driving performance across advertising and circulation departments.

The publishing group operates alongside regional radio stations under an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) parent company spanning three states. The group takes pride in cultivating a collaborative, performance-driven workplace that rewards leadership, offering competitive base compensation, generous commissions, robust benefits, and long-term stock ownership opportunities.

Position Overview

As General Manager, you will lead daily publication operations and chart the strategic direction for advertising sales, circulation, and customer engagement. In this high-impact leadership role, you will balance commercial priorities with operational excellence, leverage business intelligence to optimize revenue, and actively mentor a high-performing sales team.

We believe in leading from the front: our top executives consistently lead revenue generation by managing key accounts while empowering team members to achieve their individual targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic business plans across advertising sales, circulation, and general publication operations.
• Manage departmental P&L, annual budgeting, and financial analysis, leveraging front-end publishing software and trend reporting to maximize profitability.
• Provide active, hands-on team leadership, directly supervising sales representatives, establishing performance goals, and nurturing talent across departments.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency through modern management best practices and cross-functional project coordination.
• Serve as a key liaison to community stakeholders, major advertising accounts, and corporate leaders to reinforce the organization’s local presence and long-term brand equity.

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Leadership & Strategy: Proven track record in general business management, operational leadership, and strategic execution.
• People Management: Demonstrated ability to mentor sales teams, drive accountability, and foster team development.
• Financial Acumen: Strong background in P&L oversight, budgeting, and data-driven business analysis.
• Sales & Business Development: Hands-on experience in account management, consultative selling, and client relationship building.
• Process Improvement: Familiarity with lean operational practices, modern media front-end tools, and project management principles.