Feature Reporter (Health Topics)

Feature Reporter, Epoch Health (Freelance)

The Epoch Times is a newspaper and multi-media company on a mission to inform, inspire, and elevate our readers by delivering fact-based journalism rooted in tradition and integrity that encourages independent thought. One of the fastest-growing newspapers in the world, The Epoch Times is published in 22 languages across 36 countries.

We are seeking an experienced Health Feature Reporter for Epoch Health, the health section of The Epoch Times. The ideal candidate will excel at finding unique story angles, conducting interviews and research, and writing engaging, original features.

At Epoch Health, we cover an extensive range of topics, including: how handwriting lights up your brain, the tech epidemic eating away American minds, how one blockbuster drug may undermine another, and herbal remedies for everyday ailments.

The candidate should uphold The Epoch Times’ editorial standards and believe in our mission of delivering truth, tradition, and hope.

How to Apply:
Send your resume , a cover letter, and 3 best writing samples to

(*Please state why you'd be interested in working for The Epoch Times and why you're a strong fit for the position.)

Responsibilities:
Pitch original story ideas
Get at least 2 interviews for each story
Write engaging, clear, concise features
Support articles with solid sourcing, including high-quality studies and expert insight
Make sure your article is accurate and fair in presenting different views
Address feedback from editors and make revisions
Write in-depth, long-form features occasionally

Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in feature writing, preferably on health and wellness
Experience in securing engaging, incisive interviews for any given story
Experience in finding and correctly interpreting high-quality studies
Original story ideas that people want to know about
Strong narrative skills to deliver complex stories in a thorough yet readable way
Openness to feedback and new ideas

Pay Rate:
The pay scale varies depending on the nature and depth of the article, with a minimum of $300 per piece.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.