Newspaper writer/reporter

Newspaper writer/reporter

Nelson Media Company

103 East State Street, Mason City, IA 50401

Hybrid work

$10 - $15 an hour

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Freelance, Part-time

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Job details

$10 - $15 an hour

Freelance, Part-time

Hybrid work in 103 East State Street, Mason City, IA 50401

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Full-Time/Part-Time Newspaper Writer / Reporter (Remote)

Nelson Media Company

Midwest-based | Remote or Office

Owner of 11 community newspapers across the Midwest

Job Summary

Nelson Media Company is seeking an experienced, fully remote part-time Newspaper Writer/Reporter to contribute high-quality reporting across our portfolio of eight locally owned community newspapers throughout the Midwest.

This role is ideal for someone who truly loves the newspaper business—the craft of reporting, the responsibility of accurate storytelling, and the importance of local journalism in small and mid-sized communities. You will help cover local news, government, and feature stories, working closely with editors and local contacts to deliver meaningful, well-reported journalism.

This is a paid, part-time, fully remote position. Prior newspaper or professional journalism experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Report and write stories focused on local and regional news

• Cover city councils, county boards, and public meetings

• Report on government, civic, and institutional topics

• Develop human-interest and feature stories

• Conduct interviews via phone, email, Zoom, and in coordination with local sources

• Write clear, accurate, and engaging articles following AP style

• Collaborate with editors to revise, polish, and finalize stories for print and digital publication

• Manage assignments across multiple newspapers while meeting weekly deadlines

• Maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism

• Communicate clearly and consistently with editors and team members

Required Qualifications

• Previous newspaper or professional journalism experience

• Strong command of written communication and AP style

• Excellent organization and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment

• Strong interviewing skills and professional communication

• Comfort covering government and public meetings

• Reliable computer, internet access, and proficiency with email and word processing tools

The Person We’re Looking For

• Someone who cares deeply about community journalism

• Thoughtful, reliable, and professional

• Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

• Curious, respectful, and fair in reporting

• A genuinely good human being who loves newspapers and the role they play in communities

What We Offer

• Fully remote, flexible part-time work

• Consistent assignments across multiple community newspapers

• Support from experienced editors and a growing Midwest media company

• Meaningful journalism that still matters

• Opportunity to grow long-term within Nelson Media Company

How to Apply

Please email a brief introduction, your journalism background, and writing samples (newspaper clips preferred) to:

[email protected]

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mason City, IA 50401