Freelance Editor/Journalist

Description:

HELP WANTED: Freelance Editor/Journalist

Monthly Regional Nonprofit Newspaper | Northwestern Connecticut

A financially stable, fast-growing independent nonprofit newspaper is seeking a freelance editor/journalist to write articles & help edit our monthly coverage of Northwestern Corner, Connecticut, State and National news.

This is an opportunity for an experienced investigative journalist/editor who enjoys community reporting, thoughtful storytelling, and working independently. The position can be fully remote or based locally in northwestern Connecticut.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable tackling a wide range of assignments with a knack for good story telling based on factual information. Must be a meticulous editor, editing contributed material, and helping maintain a lively, engaging monthly publication. Assignments may cover local news and government, arts and culture, education, sports, recreation, community life, and the people and organizations that make the region distinctive. Feature articles include education of public on issues of the day.



Qualifications

- Professional journalism  degree and experience in same plus editing experience using highest ethic standards, including a who, what, where, why, when & how approach to their work.
- Excellent writing, reporting, editing, and proofreading skills
- Ability to meet monthly deadlines and work independently
- Strong attention to accuracy, fairness, and detail
- Knowledge of Northwestern Connecticut is welcome, but not required