Part Time-Temp Reporter, Axios Local

Job Description

1 big thing: Axios Local is hiring reporters and writers near our existing markets in regions across the U.S. to support our growing network of local newsletters.

Why it matters: We’re looking for sharp, fast and curious journalists who can help us deliver smart, essential news and lifestyle coverage that young professionals in our cities care about.

Go deeper: Assignments vary based on market needs, with some opportunities for consistent, ongoing contributions.

What you’ll do:

• Write high-impact local news items in Axios’ Smart Brevity style (typically short-form, daily pieces)
• Jump on timely stories, events and trends
• Contribute to Axios Local newsletters (we're in 39 cities and counting), plus their websites and social media accounts as needed, often with a daily turnaround
• Collaborate with an editor and/or full-time newsletter author(s)
• Help fill longer coverage gaps occasionally, (e.g. 1-3 months) as needed

What success looks like:

• You deliver clean, accurate, engaging copy on deadline
• You surface story ideas that resonate with local readers
• You adapt quickly to feedback and sharpen your work over time

What we’re looking for:

• Strong news judgment and clean, concise writing
• Ability to move quickly and hit deadlines
• Omnivorous curiosity and enthusiasm for reporting & writing about numerous subject areas, from sports to business to dining to development to how we get around
• Comfort writing in a conversational, reader-first voice
• Equally comfortable doing original reporting and smart aggregation
• Experience with newsletters or audience-focused writing
• Familiarity with our Smart Brevity style (or willingness to learn fast)
• Strong communication skills and experience working in a remote environment
• A self-starter: While you may be assigned some stories, you'll be counted on to bring executable ideas forward every day

Who this is for:

• Experienced local reporters and journalists
• Writers seeking flexible, part-time temporary work
• Former newsroom reporters or editors looking to stay engaged
• Strong independent contributors comfortable with remote workflows

Details:

• Part-Time employee role
• Remote, U.S.-based
• Flexible assignments based on need and availability
• Up to 29 hours per week, depending on assignments and availability
• Onboarding, training, and access to Axios tools provided
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing national network of Axios Local newsletters

Starting salary for this role is in the range of $27/hour - $45/hour and the exact rate will be determined by the location of the candidate.

Axios is committed to embracing artificial intelligence as a core part of how we work. All team members are expected to actively develop AI literacy and use AI tools to enhance their productivity, creativity, and efficiency. We invest in ongoing learning to ensure every employee is equipped to responsibly and effectively integrate AI into their daily workflows.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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