Freelance Journalist Job at Jobtailor in Miami

Contribute compelling, well-researched stories on an ongoing basis

Cover local government and civic affairs (Miami-Dade County, City of Miami, and municipalities north through Aventura and surrounding island communities)

Address community issues, advocacy, and policy developments

Report on business, economic development, and real estate trends

Write about arts, culture, and entertainment

Conduct investigative and enterprise reporting that uncovers overlooked angles

Capture local events and human-interest stories

Requirements

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 surface-level 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

Hard Skills

writing

research

data analysis

investigative reporting

enterprise reporting

photography

AP Style adherence

Soft Skills

flexibility

credibility establishment

source development

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