Washington D.C. Contributor

New Posted 23 June 2023 | Washington, DC | Colorado Times Recorder

The Colorado Times Recorder, a Denver-based progressive news site, is looking for a Washington DC freelancer. Assignments will include reporting on the Colorado congressional delegation; events, such as hearings, press conferences, ceremonies, and conferences; fundraising developments, such as FEC filings; and on political issues of importance to Colorado, including relevant breaking news. Posts will be about 500 to 1,500 words—and some longer enterprise reporting if warranted.

Tasks include:

Covering the Colorado congressional delegation.
Covering events, including press conferences, fundraisers, and hearings, related to the Colorado congressional delegation and to interest groups, public officials, and others with Colorado connections.
Finding Colorado angles for Beltway-based stories.
Tracking Federal Election Commission reports on fundraising by the Colorado delegation.
Tweeting from events or live streaming them
Cultivating relevant sources.


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