Freelance Reporter & Content Producer 📍 Remote (U.S.-based) | 💼 Part-Time, 20 hours/week through Dec. 31, 2026 | 💰 $32 per hour | Independent contractor (1099) Join Courier Newsroom - an organization that drives journalism and empowers communities. At Courier Newsroom, we’re reinventing local media to inform and empower communities through impactful reporting. Our mission is rooted in civic engagement and equity—and we’re growing fast. We are presently looking for a Freelance Reporter & Content Producer. The freelance reporter and content producer we’re seeking will provide reporting and social media content creation services on specific editorial programs focused on issues such as climate change, SNAP cuts, school vouchers, clean energy, data centers, and key state and local elections. This is a project‑based engagement with defined weekly deliverables. COURIER Newsroom is committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to break down barriers and ensure every team member feels seen, heard, and supported. Scope of Services As directed by the company: - Produce approximately 3–4 pieces of original, social‑first reporting per week on assigned topics related to state and local politics, policy, and civic life, across a variety of states. - Develop and pitch story ideas that align with COURIER’s pro‑democracy, impact‑driven narratives and with the editorial priorities of relevant state newsrooms. - Report and write clear, accurate, engaging stories, including explainers, accountability pieces, and human‑centered features for news-averse audiences. - Conduct research, interviews, and fact‑checking, including outreach to impacted community members, subject‑matter experts, elected officials, candidates, and advocates. - Create social content—including graphics, captions, and short‑form video—using COURIER’s creative platforms. - Produce presenter‑led videos featuring the consultant as on‑camera talent, tailored to social platforms. - Final review with editorial leads on assigned work to incorporate feedback in deliverables. - Contribute to basic documentation of work, including logging stories and content when published. - Use basic collaboration platforms such as Google Drive to receive assignments, share drafts, and deliver final work product. The weekly mix of services and assignments will be set with COURIER and may be adjusted by mutual agreement during the engagement. Ideal Consultant Profile We’re looking for someone who:​ - Has substantial experience as a reporter, ideally in political or public‑affairs journalism, with familiarity with state‑level politics in more than one region. - Is comfortable generating original story ideas, interviewing sources, and translating complex policies into clear coverage for largely news-averse social media–based audiences. - Is comfortable on camera and adept at adapting stories into short‑form video and other social‑friendly formats. - Can reliably deliver multiple pieces of high‑quality reporting each week in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. - Is values‑driven and aligned with COURIER’s mission; experience with campaign‑style content is a plus. The consultant will remain an independent contractor, responsible for their own taxes and not eligible for employee benefits. Courier Newsroom is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, those with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly urged to apply. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical conditions. #LI-REMOTE Location United States (Remote) Department Editorial Employment Type Contractor Compensation $32 per hour

Overview Digital Reporting – the new frontier! If you have been looking for a new career that is in demand, recession proof, allows you to work remotely from home or anywhere with reliable internet and has completely flexible hours… keep reading. Every day in the US, more legal proceedings are taking place than the pool of qualified personnel available to provide the necessary services. IST is a national leader in providing litigation support services from file to trial including all of the steps in the commercial litigation process. We are seeking individuals to join our passionate team of service providers who are already CER or CDR certified, or who are already in a training program to become certified and would like an opportunity to “earn while you learn. IST can help quickly move you through the process of getting your certification while getting some real-life hands-on experience in the process. Be ready to begin that career as soon as you have your certification. If you have a background in the legal space with current or former titles such as legal admin, legal assistant, paralegal, notary, legal videographer, scopist, legal proofreader and similar roles, you may find your next career with our award-winning team. Earn $25-45 per hour to start. Experienced CER and CDR candidates can earn $50-$75 per hour based on your location, ability to take in-person proceedings, etc. Ongoing training, feedback and mentoring to achieve certified status and the support of a team that knows the value you bring to the table and shows you every day. Please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate consideration and interview. Who We Are In business since 1997 with over 1,800 employees, IST Management is a business process outsourcing company with operations in over 38 cities across the U.S. We provide a range of services including e-Discovery processing and hosting, court reporting, collections/forensics, managed review, and managed services. IST Management is a Relativity Certified Provider. We also provide a full range of facilities management and office services. We’ve been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. as a winner of the Nation’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, as well as the HR Professional Excellence Award from the Society for Human Resource Management. We are proud to belong to the Military Spouse Employment Partnership through our nation’s Department of Defense and have committed to Hiring Our Heroes’ mission to hire 100,000 active and former service members. IST Management has also been included in the INC 5000 list! You can check out istmanagement.com for more info on us! Qualifications IST Management provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability in accordance with applicable law in both the application and employment stages. If you require any accommodation in completing your application for employment, please let us know by informing our Talent Acquisition team at tamteam@istmanagement.com. Please respect individuals reaching out for accommodations by utilizing the contact information only for this purpose. You will receive correspondence directly from your local IST Management hiring team regarding your application submission and status after submission. IST is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of disability or veteran status. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. This is an ongoing search with no application deadline.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description As a Culture Team Intern, you will: - Partner with the Culture Leadership team to support internal communications, employee engagement initiatives, and Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion (DEBI) programs. - Support efforts to engage, challenge, and inspire our distributed and remote team members across the globe. - Participate in the broader company-wide Intern Program, collaborating with interns across functions on events and cross-functional projects. Qualifications - A passion for people and the desire to cultivate meaningful connections - Currently pursuing (or recently completed) a degree in Human Resources, Communications, Journalism, Anthropology, Psychology, Business, Marketing, or a related field. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with an interest in storytelling and engagement. - Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint. - Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail. - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while taking initiative on assigned tasks. - A growth mindset and eagerness to learn new tools and approaches. Requirements - Work Authorization: We cannot offer employer sponsorship at this time; candidates must be eligible to work in the US for full-time employment. Benefits - Hands-on experience supporting company-wide employee engagement and culture initiatives. - Exposure to internal communications strategy, program planning, and culture-building efforts within a global organization. - Meaningful networking opportunities through ABC’s structured Intern Program. - Purpose led company with a Values focused culture – Best Life, One Team, Growth Mindset. - A fast-growing & fast-paced start-up culture prime for the picking. It’s a vibe! - And more!

• Report and write daily news stories, features, and evergreen content for Zillow’s company news site • Cover breaking and time-sensitive company news with speed and accuracy • Pitch story ideas and identify stories the company should tell • Conduct interviews with internal experts and leaders • Explain the significance of news stories to a broad audience • Collaborate with editors, designers, and multimedia partners