Freelance writing, The New Mexico Independent, pays $1,000 per month for 2-3 posts daily (anywhere)

The New Mexico Independent is hiring one part-time reporter/blogger to cover local and statewide politics and key issues of the day, with an eye to breaking news and shaping the public debate. The ideal candidate will have experience in online journalism and a demonstrated knowledge of state politics and policy. The individual will work with the American Independent News Network's national editorial staff. This is a part-time equivalent contract with a monthly stipend of $1,000/month.

The role's key criteria for success is generating "impact journalism," with reporting that demonstrably affects the public debate and advances the common good. The Independent's staff achieves this goal through a combination of aggressive reporting and tenacious, insightful blogging.

Responsibilities include:

• Report and write at least 2-3 posts a day, featuring a combination of reported blog posts and longer-form (approx. 800-word) articles.
• Drive an effective news agenda that captures the attention of elected officials, key decision-makers and other influentials.
• Develop, report and write individual stories that speak to AINN's mission of impact journalism.
• Help promote the work and staff as needed with outreach team.
• This position reports to AINN's Managing Editor.

Please send the following attachments as your application:

• Applications must be emailed to applications@tainews.org with the subject "NMI Reporter"
• A cover letter addressing your familiarity with New Mexico, and its politics and issues
• A current resume
• Three of your most recent clips

Overview

The American Independent News Network (AINN) investigates and disseminates news that impacts public debate and advances the common good. To accomplish its mission, AINN operates an independent online news network in seven states and at the national level. An informed citizenry is a fundamental principle of civil society and American democracy; in the words of the Supreme Court in Garrison v. Louisiana: "Speech concerning public affairs is more than self-expression; it is the essence of self government." Our reporting emphasizes the positive role of democratically elected government in securing the common good and social welfare, and the continuing benefits of our founding culture of egalitarian government by the people, for the people. For more information about AINN and its news sites, please visit tainews.org.

Location: Anywhere

Compensation: $1000/month stipend

Telecommuting is ok.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: applications@tainews.org

For submissions: applications@tainews.org

Website: http://newmexicoindependent.com/