Careers

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In Dallas, the Dallas Observer is more than an iconic print newspaper or must-read website. It’s the place people go to find out what’s happening and how they can be a part of it – and where hundreds of local businesses have forged strategic marketing partnerships by leveraging our reach, relationships and digital marketing division, V Digital Services. Whether on social media, mobile devices, laptops, at our live events or via our industry leading SEO services, readers, advertisers and agency clients alike know they can count on us to help them thrive in Big D.

2,600,000 Readers

Collective Industry Experience

Top Journalism Accolades

Become a Part of Something Big

Our Mission

is to be the VOICE of our communities, clients and partners by using our multimedia platforms to communicate, inform and connect brands to audiences.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe every team member, reader, customer and partner should have a VOICE and be heard. Our differences are a reflection of the communities we serve and we are committed to creating an environment of inclusion, diversity, empowerment and equality. We are at our best when all our team members are respected and included regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and national origin.

Our Values

At Voice Media Group, we’re driven by our core values: using innovation, integrity, collaboration and transparency to power partnerships and progress.

How We Work

Editorial

The Observer has been Dallas' leading independent news source since 1980. Every day we publish original reporting and compelling writing on local news, restaurants, music, arts and culture, providing a vital resource for readers who want to understand and engage with their community.

Sales

Advertising at the Dallas Observer has evolved from traditional media to a full-service media agency capable of fulfilling all of your marketing needs. Dallas Observer's foundation is rooted in serving our local community and has now expanded our reach and breadth to handle business of all size and manner.

Marketing

The Dallas Observer Marketing team oversees the planning and execution of our annual signature events, as well as the daily promotion of all aspects of the Dallas Observer brand, including ongoing engagement with our readers and promotions for our clients.

Production

The Dallas Observer production team establishes creative and innovative marketing campaigns designed uniquely for each client.

What We Offer

We take pride in providing a work environment that takes care of our team, supports their health and financial well-being, and balances work goals with life goals.

Our Benefits

We offer an array of competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, supplemental accidental, life insurance, flex spending accounts - health/medical reimbursement and dependent care, and employee assistance programs.

Holidays & Vacation

Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave and newborn and adoption leave. We reward loyalty with additional vacation – stay for 4 years and earn up to 4 weeks paid vacation.

Wellness & Connection

Home and auto program, legal services plan, pet insurance, employee referral program, employee recognition program, trip reduction program and incentives.

Towards Your Future

401(k) Retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement program and more!

On The Go!

Explore the City with our Street Team.

Culture + People

Looking for an energized and engaged workspace – along with the opportunity to have a little fun? The Dallas Observer is a place where innovative and ambitious spirits thrive and creative minds flourish. Our commitment to professional excellence and personal growth in a mindful and supportive environment make us a natural destination for people who love Dallas as much as we do and want to make a difference.

Find Your Dream Job

Multi Media Advertising Sales Executive

Dallas | Sales
We are seeking a smart, driven, and energetic individual looking for a career in media sales. The media industry is in an exciting state of change and Dallas Observer/VDigital Services is growing exponentially. As such, we need a highly ambitious media consultant with a desire to succeed and grow with us. We pride ourselves on leading the industry in ad performance, technology and, most of all, customer results.

This person will be responsible for growing advertising revenues through the consultative sale of digital solutions including, digital display, SEO, PPC, paid media, social media, mobile, programmatic, IP targeting, e-mail, mobile advertising, website development, local services, weekly and annual print guides and signature events, with a primary responsibility of acquiring new clients. We continue to launch new products and initiatives so opportunities abound.

Qualifications:
- High acumen for consultative selling
- A proven track record in sales or similar field
- Highly motivated and results-oriented
- Ability to self-generate leads
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to listen
- Strong problem solving and decision making abilities
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Digital, Radio, Cable, Print, or Media advertising sales experience a plus.
- Candidates must have personal transportation
We offer a competitive salary with uncapped commissions, additional bonus incentives, casual dress code and career growth opportunities. First year account executives will earn a minimum of $73,000 - $80,000. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid time off, company paid holidays and a 401(k). We offer a culture of rewarding hard work with happy hours, sales outings, a dog friendly office, a mixture of remote and in-person work days and other incentives. In addition, we offer you a 40 + year company with an outstanding reputation in media relations and employee tenure. Over the past 24 months, our digital agency has continued to set records in sales growth and customer success. Much of this is due to the best-in-class tools and analysis provided to us by our award-winning digital specialists.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At Voice Media Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Interested Candidates please send your resume to: charlie.dondlinger@dallasobserver.com

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in the workplace.
Street Team Member

Dallas | Marketing
Dallas Observer Marketing department is seeking outgoing individuals interested in events and promotions to
assist the marketing department on a part—time Independent Contractor basis.

This is an opportunity to explore DFW and all it has to offer. In addition, individuals will gain hands—on experience in grassroots campaigns, special event production, social media marketing, and more. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Working all Dallas Observer Signature Events: BrewFest, The Morning After Bruch Event, and Tacolandia
- Attending Dallas Observer Client Events
- Email List Growth & Marketing
REQUIREMENTS:
- Outgoing and engaging personality
- Ability to build strong working relationships
- Proactive work ethic
- Desire to work on large—scale event production
If you are looking for a way to explore DFW, meet new people, and attend events, this job is for you.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume to: tx-marketing@dallasobserver.com