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The Coastal Star

Hyperlocal monthly newspaper with ad-supported distribution

Administrative Assistant

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Ocean Ridge, FL, USA
Remote
Clerical & Data EntryData Entry

About the job

Requirements
  • Previous experience as an administrative or office assistant.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Ability to multitask and work dependably.
Responsibilities
  • Make outbound calls to clients.
  • Complete data entry.
  • File paperwork.
  • Run company reports using Microsoft Excel.
  • Support the day-to-day responsibilities and functions of the office.
  • Answer and transfer phone calls to various departments in a timely manner.
  • Update client files and company databases.

About the company

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The Coastal Star

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The Coastal Star publishes a monthly free newspaper and digital content for nine affluent coastal towns in South Palm Beach County, Florida. It delivers a print edition funded by local advertising, with USPS mailbox delivery added in 2025 to improve service, and also offers online content. Its reporting emphasizes on-the-ground coverage of small municipal governments and local business, differentiating itself with a print-first approach aimed at a high-income readership. Its goal is to sustain local journalism by providing thorough, community-focused news that serves residents and advertisers alike.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2008

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What believers are saying

  • The site updated September 22, 2026, showing active publishing and maintenance.
  • Florida Press Foundation fundraising and 501(c)(3) donations diversify support beyond ads.
  • Palm Beach County's proclamation and 2026 awards strengthen credibility with employers and advertisers.

What critics are saying

  • All-advertising revenue depends on Manalapan and Gulf Stream real-estate spending cycles.
  • The nonprofit donation push signals insufficient earned revenue for newsroom expansion.
  • If ad dollars shift to Google and Facebook, monthly print economics unravel fast.

What makes The Coastal Star unique

  • Since 2008, The Coastal Star owns affluent coastal micro-markets ignored by regionals.
  • Its May 2025 USPS delivery improved household reach across nine beach towns.
  • Its June 2026 FPA awards validated reporting depth in circulation-above-15,000 competition.

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