Opportunities 2/16/2022

Defector, Slate, Nieman Lab and more.

The Study Hall Opportunities newsletter is a weekly compilation of pitch calls; freelance, part-time, and temporary gigs; events; fellowships, scholarships, awards, and grants; internships; and full-time jobs. It’s written by Chris Erik Thomas, who has been to the cinema three times in the last week. The newsletter is released on Wednesdays. Once in a while, we take a day off for mental health breaks and holidays. 

►Have a job posting, gig, or fellowship you want to be included in the next Opps newsletter? Send them to [email protected] for approval with “Opportunity:” in the subject line. 

►Editors, submit your time-sensitive or evergreen pitch calls to our Typeform page.

►Let us know if you got a job or landed a pitch through the Opps newsletter! Send them to [email protected] with “Opps Success Story:” in the subject line.

►Tell us what resources have helped you in your freelancing so we can share with other Study Hall members. Send them to [email protected] with “Resource:” in the subject line.

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►Engage with top media executives and content creators from Google, Conde Nast, and Advance Publications. Enroll in “Growing Your Content Business,”  a new 10-week live online course from Univ of Oregon and media industry journalist Simon Owens. Sign up before February 20 and get the early discount!

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WE’RE HIRING!

►Study Hall is hiring a writer to produce our weekly Digest newsletter. Candidates should have at least three years of journalism experience, a strong voice, and must be comfortable reporting on a weekly basis, breaking news, adapting to fast-moving stories, and filing clear, consistent copy on time. The rate is $2,000 per month ($500 per newsletter), paid monthly. The position is fully remote anywhere within the United States. The deadline to apply is February 28.

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STUDY HALL EVENTS PROGRAMMING

►Art and Cultural Criticism AMA with writer, performer, and editor Claudia La Rocco will take place on our Slack channel TODAY, February 16 at 3PM EST. Participants are encouraged to ask questions about writing as performance art, cultural criticism, and overseeing an online writing platform.

►Facing the Budget Sheet with reporter and editor Alex Hazlett will take place TOMORROW, February 17 from 4-5:30 PM EST. The workshop will prepare participants to “transform their freelance practice into a stable small business.” The program will cover developing a financial plan, attracting anchor clients, cultivating an audience and beat.

Tickets for the event are $75 and include access to a recording. Media workers with children are encouraged to participate and may use the promo code “GUARDIAN” for discounted tickets ($50). Study Hall subscribers may also use the promo code “FACTCHECK” for discounted access ($65).

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OPPS SUCCESS STORIES

Did you turn a pitch call into paid work or land a job, fellowship, internship, or some other gig you found in the Study Hall Opps newsletter? Let us know and we’ll give you a shoutout. Send the details to [email protected] with “Opps Success Story” in the subject line.

–Madeleine Janz was paid $100 to write a short reported story about green burial for The Inevitable. Madeleine had a great experience working with them and the publication “paid immediately even before publishing.”

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RESOURCES

Mastering the art of freelancing requires more than just perusing the Study Hall Opps newsletter every week. To help you get the most bang for your buck, we keep track of the many, many resources designed to help journalists. Have a resource you’d like to see included? Send it to [email protected] with “Resource:” in the subject line. 

-The Transcription Tool Safety Guide by the Global Investigative Journalism Network goes in-depth to find out which of the journalist’s favorite transcription tools are actually safe and secure to use. They have answers on what Otter, Rev, and other services are doing to protect your data, private recordings, and transcripts.

-The Labor Action Tracker by Cornell’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations is a comprehensive database of strike and labor protest activity across the United States. The database should be a key asset for freelance and staff reporters on the labor beat.

Want more resources? Check out the Rate Sharing Database, NPR Diverse Sources Database; Online Violence Research Hub; Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Journalists Therapy Relief Fund; Black Journalists Therapy Relief Fund; Developing An Investigative Pitch Guide; Britany Robinson’s Big List of Writing Deadlines; Study Hall Transcriber Database; Freelancing Guide/Editorial Contacts spreadsheet; #FreelancerPayGap spreadsheet; Pitch Guide Database; Chelsea’s Guide to Freelancing doc; PACER; Priya Krishna’s resources for food writing; Election SOS Report; and the Extremism Coverage Prep Guide.

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CALLS FOR PITCHES 

Please note that we are not endorsing every publication or company that is listed here. The decision of whether to engage with a publication or company is entirely up to the reader. In regards to pitch calls, we try to only share opportunities that have fair rates based on publicly available information. While we currently define “fair rates” as being above $100 USD for around 700-800 words and above $0.10 per word for longer pieces, we cannot guarantee that every publication pays this rate. If you have more information on a rate or exploitative business practices from a publication posted, email [email protected].***

TIME-SENSITIVE PITCH CALLS, SORTED BY HIGHEST TO LOWEST RATES

–Hakai Magazine is looking for pitches of timely features on science and coastal societies around the world. The rate is CAD $1.30 (USD $1) per word for features of 1,500-2,000 words, and “will require annotation for fact checking.” Send pitches to [email protected].

–Pioneer Works is looking for pitches of reported features, personal essays, Q&As, and other formats on dark matter for a special themed package for their publication, Broadcast. They are particularly interested in narrative or character-driven angles on scientists or artists engaging with this research. The rates are $1 per word. Send pitches to [email protected] by this Monday, February 21.

–Nexus Media News is looking for pitches of reported features on the intersection of climate and health or climate and food. The rate is $500 for features of 1,000-1,200 words. Send pitches to [email protected] by this Monday, February 21.

–Prism is commissioning BIPOC freelance reporters and op-ed writers to cover news “in a way that centers [BIPOC] communities and other marginalized folks.” They are particularly interested in expanding coverage of education, housing, disability, and climate change from an Indigenous perspective. The rate is $0.40 per word. See their pitch guide for more info, and send inquiries about contributing to [email protected].

–Nieman Lab is looking for pitches of reported pieces on “how journalism can figure out its future in the internet age.” The rates start at $400 for pieces of 800-1,000 words. See their pitch guide for more info.

–JSTOR Daily is looking for pitches of reported features on “the experience of incarceration in the United States.” They are especially interested in pitches on the intersection of higher education and prison; sex, love, and prison; the psychology of a prison uniform; and other topics. The rates range from $400-$500 for “full-length, well-researched features.” See their pitch guide for more info.

–Wirecutter is commissioning one or two freelance writers to produce content on DIY smart home topics. The rates generally start at $300 for shorter pieces, around $500 for updates to existing reviews, and about $1,500 for new reviews or rewrites of existing reviews. See their pitch guide for more info and send inquiries to @geclauser.

–Healthy Rich is looking for pitches of essays, advice, and other formats on the intersection of money and disability from writers with disability, chronic illness, or neurodivergence. They are also looking for writers for future personal finance assignments. The rate is $300 for stories of 1,000-1,500 words. Send pitches to [email protected] by this Friday, February 18.

–GRAMMY.com is looking for pitches of reported features, Q&As, and other formats on the intersection of music with politics, history, health, or technology. They are especially interested in pitches for Women’s History Month, their Music In Our Schools segment, and trend stories about the music industry or business reports. BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ writers are especially encouraged to pitch. The rates range from $250-$500. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches to [email protected].

–IJNet is looking for pitches of articles on journalism tools, apps, or resources they haven’t previously covered or media innovators who have “a fascinating story to tell.” The rate is $200 per article. See their pitch guide for more info.

–Huck Magazine is looking for pitches of profiles, Q&As, and reported features on emerging global subcultures; the intersection between sport and activism; photo projects that demand to be seen; and words of affirmation. The rates start at £130 (USD $176) for profiles and Q&As and start at £200 (USD $271) for reported features. Send pitches to [email protected].

–Monitor Magazine is looking for pitches of features, investigative pieces, and book reviews on the theme of “what the future of growth could look like” for their upcoming issue. They are especially interested in pitches on “degrowth, post-capitalist futures, [and] nowtopias against feminist, disabled, and decolonial principles.” The rates are CAD $200 (USD $160) for book reviews; CAD $300 (USD $240) for pieces of up to 750 words; CAD $500 (USD $400) for pieces of up to 1,500 words; and CAD $800 (USD $635) for longer features. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches by this Sunday, February 20.

–Studio Magazine is looking for pitches of essays, reported pieces, profiles, reviews, and interviews on “how makers and artists challenge, adapt, replace, and confront existing paradigms, techniques, and conventions.” The rate is around CAD $0.35 (USD $0.28) per word. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches by March 13.

–Elite Daily is looking for pitches of essays “from writers 18-25 who sought out professional help for their finances, whether it be therapy or some other form of financial counseling.” The rate is $150 per essay. Send pitches to [email protected] by tomorrow, February 17.

–The Mujerista is looking for pitches of stories on fashion, beauty, music, food, and wellness from Latina writers. They are also commissioning writers to cover these topics. The rate is $150 per piece of 500 words. Send pitches to [email protected].

NEW EVERGREEN PITCH CALLS, SORTED BY HIGHEST TO LOWEST RATES

–Youth Today is always looking for pitches of news stories, Q&As, opinion essays, and  investigative and enterprise reporting on “youth and young adults who, generally, are no older than late 20s.” They are especially interested in pitches on juvenile justice, disability rights, COVID-19, foster care, adoption, migration, and other topics. The rates are $500 for Q&As and “other less densely reported assignments,” and $800 for densely reported articles of 800-1,200 words. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches to Meris Lutz at [email protected] and Katti Gray at [email protected].

–Friends With Benefits is always looking for pitches of reported pieces and essays on “how technology and crypto are impacting art, music, food, and creative economies.” They are also interested in hearing from writers who don’t have an idea but would like to be assigned stories in the future. Crypto skeptics are welcome. The rate is around $800 for “written-through pieces.” Send pitches and inquiries (including what issues or types of stories within the Web3 x DAO space you’re interested in) to [email protected].

–Wirecutter is always looking for pitches of short reported pieces, odes, and how-tos related “to the products [they] already cover.” They also commission freelancers for ongoing work. The rates generally start at $300 for shorter pieces, around $500 for updates to existing reviews, and about $1,500 for new reviews or rewrites of existing reviews. See their pitch guide for more info.

–NBC News is always looking for pitches of everything from “short and simple personal recommendations to reported guides” on tech and wellness for their Select vertical. They are also interested in recommendations “that reflect realities for BIPOC shoppers that may not fit neatly” into a recommendation or reported guide. The rates start at $250 per piece. See their pitch form for more info.

–GRAMMY.com is always looking for pitches of reported features; Q&As with artists, producers, songwriters, engineers, and composers; scene and genre reports; album or music moment anniversary features; and other formats. They are especially interested in pitches on the intersection of music with politics, history, health, or technology. BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ writers are especially encouraged to pitch. The rates range from $250-$500. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches to [email protected].

–SyriaUntold is always looking for pitches of features and personal essays on culture and society. They are especially interested in “pieces that are offbeat and storytelling-driven, [especially] stories about Syrian communities in the diaspora.” The rates range from €150-€200 (USD $172-$230) per piece. Send pitches to [email protected].

–Rogue Collectiv is always looking for pitches of interviews, essays, reported pieces, and other formats on the self, business, relationships, pop culture, current affairs and other topics. They are particularly interested in pitches from “BAME writers and new voices.” The rate is £120 (USD $163) for pieces of 800-1,000 words. Send pitches to [email protected].

–The Glitter and Gold is always looking for pitches of photo essays, interviews, and reported features on music, fashion, and Australian culture. The rate is AUS $200 (USD $142) for pieces of 700-800 words. See their pitch guide for more info and send pitches to [email protected].

***CLICK HERE FOR OUR FULL LIST OF EVERGREEN PITCH CALLS, SORTED BY HIGHEST TO LOWEST RATES.***

FREELANCE, PART-TIME, AND TEMPORARY JOBS

–Southern California Public Radio is hiring a temporary general assignment reporter to cover daily news and enterprise stories, with an emphasis on science and environment content. Candidates should have at least three years of reporting experience and fluency in Spanish is preferred. The rate will be “no less than $32.94 per hour,” and the reporter will be expected to work full-time for six months.

–Advanced Science News is hiring a freelance writer to pitch, research, and write weekly news articles and features on “exciting developments in the scientific community.” Candidates should have some journalism experience. The rates start at €175 (USD $200) per article.

–Delish.com is hiring a temporary editor to produce SEO-driven content, including e-commerce. Candidates should have extensive fact checking experience and write clean copy. The rate is $1,000 per week, and the editor would be expected to work full-time. Send inquiries, including a resume and links to relevant work, to [email protected].

-Van Alen Institute is hiring a New York-based writer to document their pandemic response initiative, Neighborhoods Now, in the following neighborhoods: Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn; Chinatown, Manhattan; Jackson Heights, Queens; Kingsbridge, Bronx; Lower East Side, Manhattan; and Washington Heights, Manhattan. The contract will pay up to $30,000, but budgets “will be finalized during [the] scoping process.” The deadline to apply is tomorrow, February 17.

–The 19th is hiring a part-time marketing consultant to create, publish, and measure social media and search ads that promote their journalism, social media, newsletters, and membership program. Candidates should have at least three years of experience producing social or search ads for a newsroom or nonprofit organization. The position pays “roughly $1,500 per month ($75 per hour),” requires working five hours per week, and can be based anywhere in the US. The deadline to apply is next Friday, February 25.

-Study Hall (that’s us!) is hiring a writer to produce our weekly Digest newsletter. Candidates should have at least three years of journalism experience, a strong voice, and must be comfortable reporting on a weekly basis, breaking news, adapting to fast-moving stories, and filing clear, consistent copy on time. The rate is $2,000 per month ($500 per newsletter), paid monthly. The position is fully remote anywhere within the United States. The deadline to apply is February 28.

EVENTS AND COURSES

NEW: -Emma Copley Eisenberg is hosting a virtual course, Creative Writing for Reporters, next Saturday, February 26 from 11AM to 2PM EST. The course will teach lessons on crafting scenes, dialogue, and other fundamentals to “give your reported work more spice, verve, and individuality.” Tickets for the three-hour course are $50, but two free slots are available for BIPOC or QTPOC writers who send a message explaining why they want to take the course to @frumpenberg by tomorrow, February 17.

-The Association of LGBTQ Journalists is hosting their virtual 2022 Student Conference next Friday and Saturday, February 25 and 26. The event will include networking sessions, informational breakouts, and an internship and career fair. The event is free for members and $25 for non-members.

NEW: -Joe Fassler, deputy editor of The Counter, is hosting an eight-week workshop on food and environmental nonfiction for Sterling College. The course will teach students to craft compelling stories, allow them to workshop their pieces and pitches, and includes multiple guest speakers. The tuition will be $1,250, but there are four fellowships available: three for BIPOC writers and one for a veteran. The course runs from April 4 through May 27.

GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS, CONTESTS, AND AWARDS

-The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting nominations for their Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award. The award is open to women, non-binary, and gender nonconforming journalists around the world. They accept both third-party and self-nominations. The winner will receive a prize of $20,000. The deadline to apply is next Thursday, February 24.

–NPR is accepting submissions for their paid Student Podcast Challenge program. The program asks students who are either pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree to create a podcast that is three to eight minutes in length on any topic they want to explore. The winner will be awarded a grant of $5,000 and other finalists will receive $500 each. The deadline to submit is February 28.

–Sports Illustrated is accepting applications for their paid copy desk summer internship program. Interns will copyedit magazine stories for style, grammar, and editorial consistency. Applicants must be rising juniors, rising seniors, or recent graduates, and should have some copy editing experience. The internship pays $17.39 per hour, and interns are expected to work 35 hours per week for 10 weeks. No application deadline was given, but candidates chosen for interviews will be notified of their application status by March 15.

-The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting nominations for their annual Courage in Journalism Awards. The award honors full-time staff or freelance reporters, writers, editors, photographers or producers who identify as women, non-binary, and gender nonconforming. Self-nominations are not accepted. The deadline to nominate is March 18.

-The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting nominations for their Gwen Ifill Award. The award is given to a woman, non-binary, or gender nonconforming journalist of color in the U.S. with “a track record of mentorship, leadership, and a commitment to diversity in journalism.” They accept both third-party and self-nominations. The deadline to nominate is March 26.

-The Carter Center is accepting applications for their Benjamin von Sternenfels Rosenthal Grant for Mental Health Investigative Journalism program. The program provides training from behavioral health and journalism experts and a grant of $10,000 for a journalist to produce an in-depth investigation into a mental health topic of their choice. Applicants must have at least three years of journalism experience. The deadline to apply is April 6.

–Truthout is accepting submissions for their paid Keeley Schenwar Memorial Essay Prize program. The content will highlight original, first-person essays of 1,500 words or less on the topic of prisons, policing or a related subject. The contest is only open to people who are currently or formerly incarcerated. The two winners will be awarded a prize of $3,000 each, and their essays will be published on Truthout. The deadline to submit is May 1.

-The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting applications for their United States Journalism Emergency Fund program. The program provides financial assistance to US-based journalists of any gender (including men) who have been “targeted as a result of [their] reporting at events related to the highly charged political unrest and polarization in the US.” The fund covers medical aid, mental health and legal services, and destroyed or stolen equipment or protective gear. Requests will be reviewed in the order they were received.

–SpotlightDC is accepting applications for its investigative journalism grant. The grant awards up to $10,000 for investigative or explanatory journalism projects focused on health care, crime, transportation, corruption, and other matters of public interest in the Washington, DC; Maryland; and Virginia regions. Grant applications are reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis.

FELLOWSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS

-The Ida B. Wells Society for Investigative Reporting is accepting applications for their paid 2022 Investigative Internship program. The program will assist in placing 10 interns of color at nine newsrooms, including The Associated Press, Los Angeles Times, and The New York Times. The rates vary depending on the publication, but interns will be expected to work full-time for 10-12 weeks. The internships will be remote or in-person depending on the publication, but a stipend will be available for travel and housing costs. The deadline to apply is March 4.

NEW: -The Institute for Southern Studies is accepting applications for their paid 2022 summer internship program. Interns will primarily provide research support for projects and reports, but will also have the opportunity to publish stories in their online magazine, Facing South. The internship pays $250 per week (paid every two weeks), and interns are expected to work full-time for eight weeks. The internship can be remote or based in Durham, N.C. The deadline to apply is March 4.

JOBS

NEW YORK

–The Wall Street Journal is hiring a newsroom talent editor to lead their recruitment, hiring, career support and diversity initiatives. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in journalism, recruiting, or HR, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to juggle high-volume recruitment and multiple projects.

–Gizmodo is hiring for multiple positions, including a staff reporter to cover breaking news; an associate editor to manage evergreen content and oversee their SEO strategy; and a deputy editor to run their consumer technology coverage. The starting salaries are $55,000 for the staff reporter and associate editor positions, and is $92,000 for the deputy editor position. All positions can be based in New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago. All positions are covered under the collective bargaining agreement with the WGA-E.

–Slate is hiring a senior editor to run their advice columns, including Dear Prudence, Care and Feeding, How to Do It, and Pay Dirt. Candidates should have at least five years of editing experience and a deep understanding of Slate’s advice columns. The position will preferably be based out of New York or Washington, DC, but “strong remote applicants will also be considered.” The position is covered by Writers Guild of America, East.

–Mother Jones is hiring for multiple positions, including a political reporter to cover the “forces, philosophies, and foibles shaping the Democratic Party;” as well as a climate reporter to cover environmental justice, urban planning, and other topics. Candidates for both positions should have at least four years of reporting experience reporting and a “deep and diverse network of expert sources.” Both positions can be remote or based in New York, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.

–Insider is hiring a reporter to cover the influence of technology on the healthcare industry. Candidates should have some beat reporting experience, and must be able to analyze and adapt data from financial documents into stories. The salary range is $70,000-$110,000.

–MarketWatch is hiring for multiple positions, including a personal finance reporter and a financial markets reporter. Candidates for the personal finance reporter positions should have at least three years of journalism experience, and candidates for both positions should have an interest in and understanding of finance.

-Verisk is hiring a writer to produce articles, white papers, video scripts, emails, social media copy, and other marketing materials. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in print or online journalism, and be able to translate “complex or technical subject matter into highly accessible articles and reports.” The position will require working two or three days a week in their Jersey City office.

-Futuro Newsroom is hiring an editorial director to lead their editorial teams at Latino USA, In The Thick, and Latino Rebels. Candidates should have at least a decade of experience in audio or digital journalism and at least seven years of newsroom leadership experience. Spanish language fluency and proficiency is strongly preferred, but not required. The salary range is $130,000-$145,000, commensurate with experience. The position can be remote but will require occasionally working out of their office in Harlem, New York. The deadline to apply is March 31.

WASHINGTON, D.C.

–Mother Jones is hiring for multiple positions, including a political reporter to cover the “forces, philosophies, and foibles shaping the Democratic Party;” as well as a climate reporter to cover environmental justice, urban planning, and other topics. Candidates for both positions should have at least four years of reporting experience reporting and a “deep and diverse network of expert sources.” Both positions can be remote or based in New York, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.

–Rolling Stone is hiring for multiple positions, including a political reporter for their breaking news department; a senior researcher to track down people and public documents; a breaking news editor to lead their team of staff writers; a senior reporter for their politics department; and an investigative reporter for their entertainment and music news department. Candidates for the senior researcher, senior politics reporter, and entertainment investigative reporter positions should have at least five years of relevant experience.

–The Washington Post is hiring for multiple positions, including two 202 Newsletter researchers; a national retail reporter; a congressional investigations reporter; and a climate and environment editor. The deadlines to apply are this Friday, February 18 for the 202 Newsletter researchers and national retail reporter positions; this Tuesday, February 22 for the climate and environment editor position; and March 1 for the congressional investigations reporter position.

–Slate is hiring a senior editor to run their advice columns, including Dear Prudence, Care and Feeding, How to Do It, and Pay Dirt. Candidates should have at least five years of editing experience and a deep understanding of Slate’s advice columns. The position will preferably be based out of New York or Washington, DC, but “strong remote applicants will also be considered.” The position is covered by Writers Guild of America, East.

TEXAS

–Texas Monthly is hiring a senior editor to lead their coverage of business and innovation across the state. Candidates should have at least three years of editing experience and “an intimate knowledge of Texas” is strongly preferred. The position can be based anywhere in Texas, but “preference will be given to candidates who are based in, or willing to relocate to, Austin.” The deadline to apply is this Monday, February 21.

CALIFORNIA

–Gizmodo is hiring for multiple positions, including a staff reporter to cover breaking news; an associate editor to manage evergreen content and oversee their SEO strategy; and a deputy editor to run their consumer technology coverage. The starting salaries are $55,000 for the staff reporter and associate editor positions, and is $92,000 for the deputy editor position. All positions can be based in New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago. All positions are covered under the collective bargaining agreement with the WGA-E.

–The Los Angeles Times is hiring for multiple positions, including a multiplatform editor for their AM copy desk; multiple assistant editors and multiple reporters for their breaking news team; a deputy metro editor to lead a team of reporters; and multiple podcast producers for their daily podcast, The Times. All positions are covered by the Los Angeles Times Guild.

–Mother Jones is hiring for multiple positions, including a political reporter to cover the “forces, philosophies, and foibles shaping the Democratic Party;” as well as a climate reporter to cover environmental justice, urban planning, and other topics. Candidates for both positions should have at least four years of reporting experience reporting and a “deep and diverse network of expert sources.” Both positions can be remote or based in New York, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.

–Southern California Public Radio is hiring an associate editor to write and edit a daily newsletter that “captures the life, news, and culture of Los Angeles.” Candidates should have at least five years of journalism experience and must be able to work early morning or late evening hours, as necessary. The pay rate will be “no less than $32.94 per hour.”

NORTHEAST

-Local reporter positions are available in Norfolk, VA for a food writer at The Virginian-Pilot/Daily Press.

CENTRAL

–Gizmodo is hiring for multiple positions, including a staff reporter to cover breaking news; an associate editor to manage evergreen content and oversee their SEO strategy; and a deputy editor to run their consumer technology coverage. The starting salaries are $55,000 for the staff reporter and associate editor positions, and is $92,000 for the deputy editor position. All positions can be based in New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago. All positions are covered under the collective bargaining agreement with the WGA-E.

REMOTE-FRIENDLY

–The Journal of Palestine Studies is hiring an assistant editor to proofread all content, handle their production process, and oversee their external proofreaders. Candidates should have at least five years of relevant experience, including some proofreading, copy editing, or production experience. The salary range is $42,000-$48,000. The deadline to apply is this Friday, February 18.

–Defector is hiring multiple staff writers to produce content on sports, politics, media, culture, or “anything else that [their] readers might be interested in.” Candidates should have at least two years of writing experience. The starting salary is $58,500, plus an additional quarterly profit share. The deadline to apply is this Monday, February 21.

–LIVESTRONG.com is hiring a senior fitness editor to assign and top-edit all stories for their fitness vertical. Candidates should have at least five years of editorial experience working with fitness content, including at least one year of experience managing at least one person. The salary range is $70,000-$80,000.

-Investigative Reporters & Editors is hiring a training director to organize and conduct customized training programs for newsrooms and national conferences. Candidates should have at least five years of journalism experience, including at least two years of data journalism experience. The salary range is $62,000-$70,000. The position requires some travel and weekend work for workshops and conferences.

–Slate is hiring a senior editor to run their advice columns, including Dear Prudence, Care and Feeding, How to Do It, and Pay Dirt. Candidates should have at least five years of editing experience and a deep understanding of Slate’s advice columns. The position will preferably be based out of New York or Washington, DC, but “strong remote applicants will also be considered.” The position is covered by Writers Guild of America, East.

–The 19th is hiring a story editor to manage a team of three to five reporters. Candidates should have at least five years of newsroom experience, including at least two years of editing experience, and must be able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The starting salary is $115,000. The deadline to apply is February 28.

-Futuro Newsroom is hiring an editorial director to lead their editorial teams at Latino USA, In The Thick, and Latino Rebels. Candidates should have at least a decade of experience in audio or digital journalism and at least seven years of newsroom leadership experience. Spanish language fluency and proficiency is strongly preferred, but not required. The salary range is $130,000-$145,000, commensurate with experience. The position can be remote but will require occasionally working out of their office in Harlem, New York. The deadline to apply is March 31.

INTERNATIONAL

-Hearst Magazines UK is hiring a London-based e-commerce tech editor to lead shopping-focused coverage at their publications, including Esquire, Good Housekeeping, and Cosmopolitan. Candidates should have some experience writing editorial e-commerce content and a strong knowledge of consumer tech. The deadline to apply is March 10.