DC Contributor wanted (politics, media) | $250 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: COLORADO TIMES RECORDER

Deadline: 26 May 2025

Jason Salzmaan, Editor at the Colorado Times Recorder, is looking for a writer:

The Colorado Times Recorder, a Denver-based progressive news site, is looking for a Washington DC freelancer. Assignments will include reporting on the Colorado congressional delegation; events, such as hearings, press briefings, ceremonies, and conferences; fundraising developments, such as FEC filings; and on political issues of importance to Colorado, including relevant breaking news. Articles are about 500 to 1,500 words. Payment is $250 per article; more for longer projects.

Applicants must be based in the Washington D.C. area, so that they can attend D.C. events, but this is otherwise a remote position.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Covering the Colorado congressional delegation.

• Covering events, including press conferences, fundraisers, and hearings, related to the Colorado congressional delegation and to interest groups, public officials, and others with Colorado connections.

• Finding Colorado angles for Beltway-based stories.

• Tracking Federal Election Commission reports on fundraising by the Colorado delegation.

• Tweeting from events or live streaming them

• Cultivating relevant sources.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL PROBABLY HAVE:

• Some proven research or journalism experience.

• Some DC journalism experience.

• The ability to update websites and social media.

• Some familiarity with Colorado media and politics.

Please send your resume and short cover letter to:

Jason Salzman
Editor, Colorado Times Recorder
jason AT coloradotimesrecorder.com

No phone calls, please.

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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

Questions/applications: jason@coloradotimesrecorder.com

Website: https://coloradotimesrecorder.com

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