| Date Posted | January 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Industry | Newspapers |
| Specialty | Not Specified |
| Required Education | Associate's Degree |
| Remote / Telecommute | Hybrid |
| Job Status | Part-time |
| Salary | Full/ Part time and Freelance opening |
Description:
Resident Community News Group, Inc.
Resident
Community News Group, Inc., an established community news organization
celebrating more than 20 years of trusted local journalism, is seeking an
experienced Freelance News Journalist and General Assignment
Reporter to join our growing editorial team.
This is
a part-time, consistent assignment-based position with above-average
pay and the opportunity to grow into a full-time role. The position operates in
a hybrid work environment, including in-office collaboration, reporting in
the community, and work-from-home flexibility. If you DO NOT LIVE in
Jacksonville, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY . Candidates must live in Jacksonville
and be deeply familiar with the following neighborhoods:
Avondale, Riverside, Ortega, San Marco, San Jose, Epping Forest, St.
Nicholas, and Murray Hill
Responsibilities
- Report and
write original, community-focused news stories
- Conduct
in-person interviews and attend local events
- Pitch story
ideas relevant to neighborhood interests
- Meet deadlines
consistently and collaborate with editors
- Uphold
journalistic integrity and editorial standards
Qualifications
- Minimum three
years of print journalism experience
- Strong working
knowledge of AP Style
- Proven
reporting and writing skills
- Ability to work
independently and manage assignments
- Comfortable
conducting in-person interviews and field reporting
- Reliable,
professional, and community-oriented
What We Offer
- Above-average
pay for freelance journalism
- Consistent
monthly assignments
- Hybrid work
flexibility
- Long-standing,
reputable media organization
- Opportunity for
advancement into a full-time and /or management position
- Meaningful
community-focused reporting
To Apply
Please
submit your resume, clips, and a brief introduction to:
Pamela@residentnews.net
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