About the role
Newspaper carriers, also known as newspaper distributors, are responsible for distributing newspapers to subscribers and sales outlets. They often work early in the morning to ensure that customers receive their newspapers on time. No formal education is required, but good physical fitness and the ability to work during the early morning hours are important.Responsibilities
Newspaper carriers sort newspapers and prepare them for delivery. They drive or cycle along a set route to deliver newspapers to households and sales outlets. They must also handle subscriptions and sometimes collect payments from customers.Skills and tools
Newspaper carriers need good local knowledge and the ability to navigate efficiently. They often use bicycles, mopeds, or cars to perform their deliveries. Reliability, time management, and customer service are important skills in this profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are tidningsdistribution, böcker/tidskrifter and logistik.