News Writers wanted (Phoenix) | $100+ per article
Added 2022-03-05 07:23:57 +0000 UTC[This opportunity was posted 30+ days ago and has expired.]
This freelance gig posting was aimed at folks in college. That's not required here. All work is paid. Rates are $100 for a solid three-source original news story relevant to our readers. Often no longer than 750 words. To be clear, front-page news stories would pay much more than $100. We're ambitious and serious about quality journalism.
FREELANCE NEWS WRITER
We have immediate openings for freelance news writers to continue our record of hard-hitting reporting.
We're looking for freelance journalists with a solid news background to cover developing stories throughout the week. You should have a thirst for digging out the truth and a hunger for telling riveting stories. You should have sound enough news judgment to find stories suited to our urban readership. You should also have strong enough reporting skills to find multiple sources quickly.
Writers work under the guidance of an experienced editor in a small, but scrappy newsroom with a history of excellence, including numerous imam. and regional reporting awards. You will need to find and pitch stories, accept spot assignor., and turn stories quickly. An ideal candidate should be able to work independently and turn in dean, sometimes zany, always readable, always accurate copy.
Rates vary with the complexity of each story. A solid, three-source daily typically fetches $100.
Application Instructions: Qualified applicants should send their best news clips, a resume, and a cover letter. Juniors and above only, please.
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[This opportunity was posted 30+ days ago and has expired.]
