| Date Posted | June 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Industry | Digital Media |
| Specialty | Religion |
| Required Education | Bachelor's Degree |
| Remote / Telecommute | Hybrid |
| Job Status | Freelance |
| Salary | Per story |
Description:
FāVS News, the only nonprofit digital newsroom in America devoted exclusively to local religion news, is seeking a freelance reporters in the Eastern Idaho area to cover the rich and diverse religious life of their regions.
FāVS stories are distributed through a growing regional news wire to more than 20 media partners across Idaho, Washington and beyond, meaning your reporting reaches audiences well beyond a single outlet.
This is an opportunity to do meaningful, community-centered journalism on a beat that is often overlooked but deeply relevant to how people live, vote, grieve, organize and find belonging.
What you'll do
Report and write stories on religion, faith communities and spirituality for a statewide audience. Stories may include profiles, breaking news, investigations, community features and event coverage.
What we're looking for
- Journalists with reporting experience, including recent graduates
- Writers based in eastern Idaho who can cover their communities
- People who are curious about religion and can approach the beat with fairness, accuracy and nuance
- Familiarity with AP Style
- Reporters must live in Idaho state
Compensation
Pay is per story. Rates are discussed upon application.
To apply
Send a resume, three clips and a brief note about where you're based and why you're interested in the religion beat to Executive Director Tracy Simmons at tracysimmons@favs.news
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