Freelance Reporter

Date Posted	April 05, 2026
Industry	Newspapers
Specialty	Not Specified
Required Education	Bachelor's Degree
Remote / Telecommute	Telecommute
Job Status	Freelance
Salary	Freelance reporters are paid per article

Description:

^Description:

The Independent is growing its network of professional freelance reporters for ongoing coverage of news in the Tri-Valley region. We are currently seeking journalists who can cover events, such as city council meetings or breaking news; along with in-depth topics, such as land-use policies, COVID-19, homelessness, or environmental issues. Please note: we are not seeking feature writers at this time.

_{Responsibilities:}

• Attend municipal and/or county meetings;
• Pitch new story ideas to the editor;
• Report and write other stories as assigned;
• Submit article(s) for weekly publication;
• Work with the editor to polish content ahead of the press deadline.

_{Requirements:}

• Bachelor’s degree in English or journalism, OR equivalent field experience;
• Strong command of the English language and current AP Style;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Stellar communication skills;
• Can handle constructive editorial guidance;
• Tri-Valley local or native strongly preferred.

_{Compensation:}

• Freelance reporters are paid per article.

_{Submission Guidelines:}

• Please send a cover letter, resume, and a link to your online portfolio with “Freelance Reporter Application” in the subject line to jobs@independentnews.com.