Freelance Journalists Wanted Bring Miamis Stories to Life
Freelance Journalists Wanted Bring Miamis Stories to Life
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Job Description
Are you a skilled and reliable freelance journalist with a passion for hyperlocal reporting The Miami Times and Biscayne Times are seeking talented freelance writers to contribute compelling wellresearched stories on an ongoing basis.
About Us:
The Miami Times is South Floridas oldest and largest Black newspaper. Since 1923 it has been a trusted voice for the community providing awardwinning coverage of local news arts business and social issues. With a multiplatform approach spanning print digital and social media channels it provides indepth culturally sensitive reporting that empowers and enriches its community.
Biscayne Times is a smart sophisticated monthly news magazine and website serving the Biscayne corridors best neighborhoods from Brickell to Broward including all the waterfront communities. The publication features indepth local reporting on politics arts dining real estate and community issues.
Together our publications provide essential coverage of Miamis evolving landscape and were looking for freelancers who can help us tell stories that matter.
What We Need:
We are actively seeking professional freelance writers to cover:
Local government and civic affairs (MiamiDade County City of Miami and municipalities north through Aventura and surrounding island communities)
Community issues advocacy and policy developments
Business economic development and real estate trends
Arts culture and entertainment
Investigative and enterprise reporting that uncovers overlooked angles
Local events and humaninterest stories
Ideal Writers Have:
Proven experience writing for newspapers magazines or established digital publications
Strong research skills including the ability to navigate public records and analyze data
The ability to develop sources and establish credibility with key community stakeholders
A track record of breaking stories that go beyond surfacelevel reporting
Flexibility to write for different audiences as The Miami Times and Biscayne Times serve distinct readerships
Adherence to AP Style and journalistic ethics
Basic photography skills are a plus for capturing visual elements to accompany stories
Why Work With Us
Consistent freelance assignments covering highimpact local stories
Editorial freedom to pitch and pursue meaningful reporting
Opportunities for indepth investigative work
Competitive freelance rates based on story depth and complexity
A respected platform to showcase your journalism in one of the nations most dynamic markets
How to Apply:
To be considered please submit:
A brief introduction about your reporting experience and areas of expertise
Your resume
35 relevant writing samples
Freelancers may work remotely but should be available for ontheground reporting as needed in MiamiDade County.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
