Freelance Writer - Remote

Overview

As a Freelance Writer for Straight Arrow News, you will pitch and write compelling stories that resonate with a national audience, focusing on unbiased reporting and original content.

In Short

• Deliver unbiased, comprehensive news coverage.
• Pitch stories that tackle important, timely topics.
• Engage local issues to appeal to a national audience.
• Produce original reporting with multiple sources.
• Write standard features, deep dives, and longform enterprise articles.
• Use investigative skills to uncover unique stories.
• Submit pitches through a designated form.
• Collaborate with Straight Arrow News to make issues matter.
• Work independently as a freelance journalist.
• Commit to equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

• Experience in freelance journalism.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews and research.
• Knowledge of unbiased reporting standards.
• Familiarity with data analysis and public records.
• Ability to pitch compelling story ideas.
• Strong investigative skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Passion for delivering meaningful news coverage.
• Commitment to diversity and equality in reporting.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to work on impactful stories.
• Collaborate with a dedicated news organization.
• Gain exposure to a national audience.
• Support for original reporting efforts.
• Access to resources for research and data.
• Work remotely from anywhere.
• Be part of a team committed to unbiased reporting.
• Potential for ongoing freelance opportunities.
• Equal opportunity employment practices.