Washington D.C. Contributor

Salary per article (500-1,500 words)
Description:

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 briefings, ceremonies, and conferences; fundraising developments, such as FEC filings; and on political issues of importance to Colorado, including relevant breaking news. Articles are about 500 to 1,500 words. Payment is $250 per article; more for longer projects.

Applicants must be based in the Washington D.C. area, so that they can attend D.C. events, but this is otherwise a remote position.

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.

The successful applicant will probably have:

Some proven research or journalism experience.
Some DC journalism experience.
The ability to update websites and social media.
Some familiarity with Colorado media and politics.

Please send your resume and short cover letter to:

Jason Salzman

Editor, Colorado Times Recorder

jason AT coloradotimesrecorder.com

No phone calls, please.