News Writer | $75/hr Remote

Contract role, remote, 10–40 hrs/week, $40–$75/hour.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and synthesize information from public records, reports, and lengthy documents to distill key findings.
• Conduct rigorous source verification and fact-checking to ensure the accuracy and credibility of all content produced.
• Develop well-structured, non-opinion articles employing industry-standard narrative formats such as the lead and inverted pyramid.
• Craft concise, clear, and context-rich summaries or full-length articles based on provided document sets.
• Participate in iterative editorial reviews, incorporating feedback to enhance clarity, structure, and factual consistency.
• Document research methods and citation trails for transparency and future reference within the project.

Requirements

• Strong relevant experience in reporting or correspondent work at a recognized media outlet.
• Proven expertise in document-heavy beats such as investigative journalism, business, or science reporting.
• Demonstrated excellence in synthesizing large volumes of material into engaging, structured narratives.
• Track record of rigorous source validation, fact-checking, and verifiable reporting (not opinion or commentary).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.