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The Defender is hiring science and news reporters. We are looking for seasoned reporters with at least three years of experience. Read the job descriptions below and apply if applicable. Click here to apply.

News Reporters at The Defender

Hours: Part-time + full-time, 20 – 40 hours a week
Hourly rate: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Location: Remote

News reporters work directly with the editor-in-chief and senior editor to develop story ideas. The reporter is responsible for pitching the editors daily. Reporters must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and write at least two news articles a day.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years experience working as a news reporter/editor
  • bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field with an exceptional understanding of online news + inverted pyramid style of reporting
  • excellent attention to detail
  • excellent written and verbal skills with a strong knowledge of AP Stylebook
  • experience using G Suite
  • strong understanding of SEO
  • exceptional multi-tasking skills
  • ability to prioritize
  • strong problem-solving skills
  • experience using Google Analytics
  • hard-working and excellent team player
  • Deep sense of integrity and commitment to accuracy

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Science Reporters at The Defender

Hours: Part-time + full-time, 20 – 40 hours a week
Hourly rate: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Location: Remote

The Defender seeks passionate writers/reporters with a graduate degree in the sciences to work with The Defender’s senior science editor to develop/pitch story ideas. Reporters must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and produce content of varying depth and complexity that will engage and educate our readership.

Qualifications:

  • Graduate degree in a scientific field
  • 3+ years experience working as a reporter or editor (writing samples will be required for consideration)
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal skills with a strong knowledge of AP Stylebook
  • Experience using G Suite
  • Ability to prioritize
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Hard-working and excellent team player
  • Deep sense of integrity and commitment to accuracy
  • Be open to feedback
  • Be available to communicate throughout the workday