Roles: Writer/Reporter producing local news stories, features, and community coverage
About the Role: We’re looking for a writer/reporter to join a remote news team. You’ll produce engaging, accurate local news stories covering community news, events, and people. This is a fully remote position where you’ll work independently while staying connected with an editorial team.
What You’ll Do:
- Research, report, and write local news and feature stories
- Cover local government, schools, businesses, and community organizations
- Conduct interviews and develop relationships with local sources
- Identify and pitch story ideas
- Meet regular deadlines and work independently in a remote environment
- Produce clean, accurate copy meeting professional journalism standards
- Source or obtain photos when appropriate for stories
Skills/background needed:
- Previous experience writing news stories or reporting (we’ll provide training to build on your foundation)
- Strong news writing and interviewing skills
- Familiarity with AP style and basic journalism standards
- Ability to work independently and meet regular deadlines
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Interest in community journalism and telling meaningful local stories
- Comfortable working in a remote environment with regular team communication
Rate: Competitive entry-level pay, details shared upon application.
Contract length: Ongoing
Expected hours: 10 – 40 hours per week (flexible)
Location: Fully remote – work from anywhere
Ready to get started? Submit your application below.