General Manager, The Southern Utah Tribune at The Salt Lake Tribune
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Sales, Fundraising, Sponsorships, Business Development, Relationship Building, Community Engagement, Public Speaking, Communication, Organizational Skills, Independent Work, Priority Management

Industry

Description
Description Location: Remote – based in Washington County, UT Salary Range: $90,000 / depending on experience About The Tribune The Salt Lake Tribune has been Utah’s independent voice since 1871. We became the first legacy U.S. newspaper to transition to nonprofit status in 2019, helping to lead a national movement toward sustainable local journalism. Now, we’re expanding our reach into southern Utah and seeking a General Manager in St. George to serve as our local leader, representing The Tribune in business and community spaces while helping secure the financial sustainability of independent journalism. The Role The General Manager will be the primary business lead for The Tribune in southern Utah, responsible for revenue, business development, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. This role is ideal for a community connector who thrives on building relationships and is passionate about building a sustainable media business that can bring local, relevant and well-sourced information to community members. This position reports to the Chief Development Officer and will collaborate closely with The Tribune’s development and advertising teams. This is a salaried, exempt position. What You'll Do Build and steward relationships with local businesses, civic leaders, and community organizations Generate revenue through ad sales, sponsorships, and business partnerships Manage all local fundraising efforts, including individual giving, corporate giving, and event-based fundraising Attend and actively participate in major community events Oversee distribution of the monthly print newspaper, in collaboration with The Tribune’s circulation team Help manage local audience inquiries related to business activities Serve as a local representative and ambassador for The Tribune’s mission Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary + commission Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave Employer-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability Cellphone stipend + mileage reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for qualified employees Why Join Us This is more than a management role — it’s a chance to help revitalize local journalism in southern Utah while shaping how The Tribune connects with and serves the St. George community. As General Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to create meaningful partnerships that sustain independent reporting for years to come. The Salt Lake Tribune is an inclusive employer. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Requirements Experience in sales, fundraising, sponsorships, or business development Strong relationship-building and community engagement skills Comfort with public speaking and representing an organization at events Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Preferred: Experience in nonprofit fundraising (corporate, individual, or events) and/or sales Familiarity with southern Utah business and civic communities Passion for journalism, media, and community storytelling
Responsibilities
The General Manager will lead business operations for The Tribune in southern Utah, focusing on revenue generation, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. This role involves building relationships with local businesses and civic leaders while managing fundraising efforts and overseeing newspaper distribution.
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