Breaking News Content Writer – $32.50/hr

Job description

  • Duration: Ongoing contract after 3-month trial
  • Schedule: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week
  • Shift: Wed–Fri 10:00am–6:00pm EST; Sat–Sun 7:00am–3:00pm EST; if you can only work one day, they may have flexibilty
  • Location: 100% remote (must be able to work the EST hours listed above)
  • Industry: News / Journalism
  • Employment Type: Freelance / Contract
  • Monitor multiple news sources, feeds, and platforms to identify the latest and most relevant stories for a national audience.
  • Write clear, accurate, and compelling content including:
    • News articles and features
    • Short- and long-form scripts
    • Newsletters and other editorial content
    • Please note: no social media content
  • Cover breaking news in real time, quickly gathering facts and context while maintaining accuracy and editorial standards.
  • Pitch original story ideas regularly, with a focus on timely, relatable, and entertaining content that connects to current events.
  • Ensure all content adheres to journalistic standards, including fact-checking, source verification, and appropriate attribution.
  • Optimize story framing and structure for maximum clarity, engagement, and relevance.
  • Professional experience as a journalist, reporter, or news/content writer (digital, print, or broadcast).
  • Demonstrated ability to write clean, accurate copy on deadline, especially in breaking news situations.
  • Experience working in a newsroom or fast-paced editorial environment where prioritization and quick decision-making are essential.

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