Become a City Journals Beat Writer in Salt Lake County
Do you have a passion for storytelling and a knack for sniffing out the stories that matter most to your community? Can you turn city council meetings, local events, and neighborhood gems into compelling reads? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
City Journals is on the hunt for talented freelance Beat Writers to help us shine a light on the people, places, and happenings in Salt Lake County. Whether you're a journalism grad, a seasoned scribe, or just someone who loves capturing the heart of local life, this is your chance to make your words count—literally.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Writing clear, engaging articles that inform and inspire
- Interviewing interesting folks (yes, even the mayor!)
- Attending local events or meetings to find the next big story
- Conducting research and fact-checking like a pro
- Working with our editorial team and meeting deadlines like a champ
A Few Story Beats We’re Looking For:
- Local government
- Sports & school life
- Community culture
- Everyday heroes & small biz spotlight
What We’re Looking For in You:
- A strong writer who knows how to hook a reader
- Comfortable with AP style and clean copy
- Great at working independently and hitting deadlines
- Open to feedback and collaboration
- Bonus points if you're local and love your community
How You’ll Get Paid:
This is a contractor position. Writers are paid per word, per article—not hourly. The time it takes to craft a great story will vary depending on your beat and writing style (and how many notes you scribble during interviews).
300-500-word stories with photo is $15
500-700 with photos - $25
900-1100 with photos - $50
Learn more about us: www.thecityjournals.com
Our Mission:
Editorial Mission Statement To build Salt Lake County’s largest and most read publication with focus on hyper-local news to the cities and communities that we serve. Our philosophy is a more informed and educated community is a better community. Our goal is to provide thought-provoking content to empower the people and strengthen the community.
If you’re ready to help us tell the stories that matter—one neighborhood at a time—apply now and let’s write something great together!
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote