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Freelance Journalist

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: Yorktown News
Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
  • Creative Arts/Media
    Journalism, Content Writer / Copywriter
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

Job Overview

Yorktown News is the hometown newspaper of Yorktown, New York. It is delivered by mail to 7,000 homes and businesses. We recently launched a new and improved website to help inform our community with the latest local news.

I’m looking for freelancers with an interest in community journalism and hyperlocal news. Ideal candidates are based in Westchester with access to a car. Remote contributors should be able to log into live meetings—typically in the evenings—including town government and school board meetings.

I’m also looking to expand my network of feature and profile writers to focus on human-interest stories and uplifting voices—the unique people who make Yorktown go around.

This is a great opportunity to get bylines, build your portfolio, and help keep the community informed about the stories that matter most.

Responsibilities
  • Cover town government and school board meetings (remote if needed).
  • Write feature and profile stories with a focus on human-interest topics.
  • Produce hyperlocal news coverage that engages the local community.
  • Collaborate with the newsroom to meet editorial deadlines and byline requirements.
Requirements
  • Based in Westchester, New York, with reliable access to a car.
  • Freelancers with a strong interest and experience in community journalism.
  • Remote contributors must be able to log into live meetings—typically in the evenings.
  • Demonstrable relevant experience in the key areas listed above.
  • Ability to produce quality work with clear bylines.
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