14 June 2011

Freelance Writers Wanted for The Metropolitan Times (LA-based African American newspaper)

The Metropolitan Times is an African American Los Angeles based newspaper. We are pleased to offer exciting freelance writing opportunities to experienced, dependable, proven, creative and talented individual.

The Metropolitan Times is dedicated to providing the African-American community with a newspaper that is relevant to their lives and their world. Our investigative reports on the most pressing issues in politics and society provide our readers with a unique perspective that is both global in scope and grounded in the community. The Metropolitan Times promotes multi-cultural awareness and an understanding of the interconnected nature of the modern world. We keep our readers up to date on national and state legislation and offer regular features on social, political, and cultural issues within the African-American community. The Metropolitan Times strives to empower the African-American community by increasing awareness of our proud history and supporting entrepreneurs and community leaders. We are committed to creating new avenues of opportunity that promote the social, political, and economic advancement of the African-American community.

The Metropolitan Times is the ultimate source for investigative reporting on global, national, and local news; feature stories on the African-American community; business news and financial advice; health, lifestyle, and self-improvement; science and technology; faith and spirituality; culture; sports; and much more.

OUR TOPICS INCLUDE:

Metro News, Investigative Reports, Business, World Fact Report, Metropolitan Who's Who, Cultural Legacy, Commentary, Government Tracking, Self-Improvement, Culture, Sports, Wellness, Environment, Academia, Family, Faith, Senior Enrichment, Adventures for Singles, and Kid's Place. Please visit www.themetropolitantimes.com for more information.

FREELANCER PROFILE

Duties: Writes longer, in-depth stories for newspaper, usually ones that uncover new information.

Article Length: 700 Plus words.

Pay per word: 4 cents.

Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in journalism, English or politics.

Experience: 3 plus years.

Special Skills and Personality Traits:

Innate curiosity; excellent writing and reporting skills; strong research skills; persistence and patience.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking writers and investigative reporters with the ability to meticulously research stories. In each story, their goal is to uncover new and significant information.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A passion for writing and a talent for story telling
• Curiosity, creativity, and enthusiasm
• Respect for the editorial process
• A willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done right
• Initiative and self direction
• A compulsive attention to detail, time management, and communication with the Executive Editor
• 3+ years of writing experience
• Knowledge of AP style

Please send a sample of your writing to publisher@themetropolitantimes.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: publisher@themetropolitantimes.com

For submissions: publisher@themetropolitantimes.com

Website: http://themetropolitantimes.com/home.html
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