Feature Writer

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Position Overview

Ponca City Monthly is seeking a Part-Time Feature Writer to produce engaging community-focused stories that highlight the people businesses and culture of Ponca City and the surrounding area.

This role is primarily remote and offers a flexible schedule; however candidates mustbe located inor near Kay County Oklahoma as interviews and occasional photography coordination are conducted in ideal candidate is a strong storyteller who is curious reliable and able to turn real conversations into compelling written features.

Work Structure

• Part-time flexible schedule

• Writing and communication handled remotely

• In-person interviewsrequiredwithin Kay County and surrounding areas

Core Responsibilities

Content Creation

• Write feature articles for Ponca City Monthly

• Conduct research to support story accuracy

• Articles must be written by YOU no AI-content allowed

Interviews & Story Development

• Interview local individuals business owners and community leaders

• Capture voice personality and narrativenot just facts

• Organize notes and recordings into structured story drafts

Editorial Process

• Meet deadlines for monthly publication cycles

• Revise content based on editorial feedback

• Maintain consistent tone and quality standards

Role Expectations

• Produce clear engaging and well-structured articles

• Communicate proactivelyregardingdeadlines and assignments

• Represent the publication professionally during interviews

• Balance flexibility with accountability

Qualifications&Experience

• Prior writing experience preferred (journalism blogging or similar)

• Published writing samples are a plus

Skills

• Strong writing and storytelling ability

• Excellent listening and interviewing skills

• Attention to detail and organization

• Ability to meet deadlines consistently

Compensation & Benefits

• Part-time flexible work paid per article

• Byline in a widely distributed local publication

• Opportunity to build a writing portfolio

• Direct access to stories and people shaping the community

Mission

Ponca City Monthly exists to tell meaningful local stories that inform connect and celebrate the community.