How do I submit a resume to a newspaper?

Question

There's a local paper looking for journalists. I have a little expierence with a different local paper that's distributed monthly....I've done 3 articles for them. Anyway, this new paper is on a much larger scale but I want to get in so badly. My question is do I show up with my resume/cover letter/writing samples when I know the managing editor is going to be there and ask to give it to him directly? Or do I submit it via email the way the help wanted ad said? I only ask because its a journalism position, so I feel like being bold and showing up there would show my capability. Which do I do?

Answer 1

Generally, it can't hurt to show up and talk directly with the managing editor, though occasionally you'll get an editor who only wants to do things by the letter, and will only want to get stuff via mail or email.

Go ahead and stop in their office, hand the editor your resume and clips and introduce yourself - but don't expect too much beyond that. While an on-the-spot interview is possible, most hiring editors will want to weed through the pile of resumes first.

Answer 2

Try a letter to the editor.