Freelance journalists are independent writers who are hired by the journalism or publication sector for writing articles, content, or matters pertaining to general or specialized areas. The list of duties that form a part of the freelance journalist job description includes – pitching storyline and articles, meeting clients, researching background for writing articles, organizing work schedule, collecting and recording news, writing articles, attending press launches, interviewing people by phone for collecting matter and responding to calls, news release and tip-offs.
The strongest freelance journalist resume emphasizes skills and qualifications such as – excellent writing skills, the ability to meet deadlines, researching abilities, and strong news judgment, the ability to write spontaneously on breaking news, typing accuracy, and fact-checking abilities. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and some training in journalism, or economics, or politics.
Summary : Skilled communications professional with a variety of expertise in both print and broadcast journalism, as well as an ability to write, research, work with the public and coordinate scheduling, all while working on tight deadlines.
Skills : Video Production, Editing, Photography, Journalism, Writing, Editing.
Description :
Resposnible for Covering music and entertainment as well as professional audio topics for magazines such as Billboard and In Tune Monthly.
Wrote features range from the History of Broadway Musicals to interviews with songwriters for The Write Stuff column.
Acted as editor of the magazine's daily news online which features original stories as well as news gathered from other sources.
Magazined aimed at middle school and high school music students.
Developed relationship with town officials.
Worked on deadline pieces and took photos on site.
Traveled to cover day's event stories.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.A.
Sr. Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : Seasoned Public Relations/Communications-Marketing Manager/ Journalist/Outreach Coordinator is skilled in awareness campaigns, managing news with integrated social media and traditional communications strategies per targeted outreach via engagement strategies, presentations, press releases, newspapers, magazines, newsletters, blogs, and broadcast venues; prepares client talking points, scripts.
Skills : Fluent in French, Fluent in German.
Description :
Worked as an on the scene reporter for KY3's local sports website.
Wrote and edited articles that were later posted on the site.
Worked as an editor on the LA Webfest nominated series A Little Help.
Interviewed teachers and school administrators.
Directed experience with knowledge of standard shot to shot framing rules.
Experienced as a technical director on a Ross Carbonite production switchboard in a live television environment.
Wrote and Communication w Exceptional riting skills and a knowledge of professional writing standards.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor Of Arts
Jr. Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written); Beginner in French. Proficiency in PC operating systems, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, Solomon accounting software. Experience in CSS/HTML coding, WordPress, site building/administration, blogging, SEO, social media, visual journalism.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Bilingual, AP Style, IMovie, SEO, Wordpress, Wordpress, CSS.
Description :
Contributed to a news package for CBS2 Chicago, providing updates on political turmoil that erupted in August after the ouster of President Morsi.
Had stories ranging in a variety of topics published in print or online with Geekwire, NW Asian Weekly, Federal Way Mirror, Bothell-Kenmore Reporter, .
Reported, edited and took photos for own stories.
Conducted artist interviews in an effort to promote current & upcoming projects (music, film, production, etc.) complete album and concert reviews .
Interpreted and transcribed interviews conducted with government and military officials Report on and photographed clashes in Tahrir Square.
Picked up enterprise stories for various news outlets, including The Seattle Globalist, City Living Seattle, and La Raza del Noroeste, some including .
Volunteered as a sixth-grade English teacher at Kigoma Academy in Uganda.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Certification
Asst. Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : Currently seeking employment in the field of business, communications or journalism, where can work full time in a team atmosphere or independently.
Skills : Sage, Quickbooks, Customer Service.
Description :
Helped launch the Tri-Cities' newest monthly health and lifestyle magazine.
Researched and wrote multiple health/lifestyle articles for each issue.
Taught basic grammar structure, vocabulary, essay writing, poetry and reading/comprehension.
Created daily lesson plans and organized physical education activities.
Administered the organization's website, wrote content and edited images for online.
Proofread and edited grant proposals for potential funding.
Worked as a general assignment reporter where led the agenda two-page spread for each weekly issue (both online and print).
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Associate Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : A skilled writer with 20-plus years experience in newspaper and magazine journalism. have covered a range of topics, from crime to sports to special education. With an affinity for human interest stories, have written hundreds of thousands of articles about inspirational people, places, events and organizations that have a positive impact on the community and Assworld at large.
Skills : Journalist, Editor, AP Style.
Description :
Worked closely with editorial staff to copy edit, transcribe interviews and administer the company's web site.
Blogged, conducted interviews, minor editing/design work using Adobe InDesign and photography work using Photoshop.
Conducted research and write articles for online publications covering various different topics ranging from sports to politics and crime.
Reported and wrote a story about the UA-developed Lunar Greenhouse; published on the front page.
Wrote feature stories and took photos for weekly newspaper.
Wrote stories and took photos for the community section.
Wrote various features on social-political and human rights issues.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Print Journalism
Freelance Journalist III Resume
Summary : Experienced journalist with two decades of administrative and financial experience looking for an employer-defined, part-time position (max 25 hours) on an hourly basis.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Supervision, Customer Service.
Description :
Earned the reputation as a consummate professional with absolute accuracy in reporting and writing skills.
Accomplished writer/reporter with journalism skills honed over nearly three decades of performing all project aspects from start to finish, including .
Wrote/researched news/feature articles, including sports and municipal meeting coverage.
Wrote hundreds of articles on film and television for Daily Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, DGA Magazine.
Used SEO, Word-press and AP formatting to deliver insightfully written, thoroughly researched work.
Developed site content, drafted e-newsletters, authored feature articles for print and served as interim editor-in-chief for clients like corporate secretary magazine.
Reported on complex issues related to corporate governance, compliance and law, translating them into easy to understand concepts for boards of directors, corporate secretaries, general counsel and c-level audiences.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BBA
Freelance Journalist II Resume
Headline : Experienced and skilled Publicist, Journalist, and Manager with a passion for all things media. Vast amount of experience and skills in journalism, promotions, and media. Proven ability of building and strengthening relationships with artists, publicists, and media representatives. Looking for opportunities to build and expand these skills, as well as build upon more than a decade of online/digital publishing.
Skills : Microsoft Office, American Sign Languge, French, Adobe, Journalism, Blogging, Social Media.
Description :
Coordinated, reported and wrote articles for three newspapers and magazines.
Sourced new music, attended gigs and festivals.
Wrote reviews on tight deadlines.
Copyedited written content before published on website.
Conducted research and write articles for online publications covering various different topics ranging from sports to politics and crime.
Contributed to E-book for tailor made suits.
Created original editorial content and photography for a variety of publications, including the official event programs for Daytona International .
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Communications
Freelance Journalist I Resume
Summary : Experienced writing, editing, proofreading and publishing professional with academic and hands-on experience in a variety of functions. Experience ranges from proofreading scholarly publications and producing long-form feature stories to retail service and supervision roles. Diverse skill set includes reporting and research ability, eye for detail necessary for editing and capable presentation skills, as well as experience with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat, Reader and InCopy, in addition to background in retail leadership.
Skills : Writer, Editor, Freelance Writer.
Description :
Conducted interviews and captured photos of subjects.
Created dynamic bylines and content to effectively catch the attention of readers.
Researched to increase knowledge of subjects independently to give depth and understanding to content (e.g., the outdoors and kayaking, local sports history, museums of London and Paris, and state politics).
Verified accuracy of reports, facts, and subject matter.
Praised by subjects for finished articles and the fashion in which they were represented.
Contributed features, columns, profiles, product reviews, and service pieces to the Style, Real Estate, Travel, Escapes, and Sports sections.
Bylined articles for Town + Country, Outside Magazine, Departures, National Geographic Traveler and other publications.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master's In Liberal Arts/Classics
Lead Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : 10 years in providing outreach work and raising awareness, advocating towards strengthening capacity-building for journalists, students, civil society, and in supporting populations affected by events under investigation by the International Criminal Court (ICC). 10 years in planning, monitoring, and evaluating outreach programs. 10 years as the ICC spokesman in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). 10 years as a journalist and political analyst in the DRC, as well as in the African Great Lakes Region.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office.
Description :
Served as travel expert contributor to ABC News Now.
Researched information, conducted interviews, wrote and submitted stories for newscasts.
Revised written material to meet personal standards and to satisfy needs of editors, publishers and directors.
Chose suitable subject matter to express personal feelings, experiences and ideas and organize that material accordingly.
Prepared works in appropriate format for publication and send them to publisher to meet certain deadlines.
Wrote nonfiction, humorous, subject-sensitive articles for publication.
Conferred with editor and publishes to discuss changes or revisions to written material.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Master In Media Management
Freelance Journalist Resume
Objective : 10 years in planning, monitoring, and evaluating outreach programs. 10 years as the ICC spokesman in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). 10 years as a journalist and political analyst in the DRC, as well as in the African Great Lakes Region.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office.
Description :
Wrote and edit self-driven and assigned projects.
Managed social media for a not-for-profit.
Wrote a blog about low-energy building, judged awards.
Taken lead on state championship coverage for various area schools.
Assisted in covering various teams and events as scheduled, including intercollegiate athletics, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants and the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
Helped in development of weekly podcasts on various sports and subjects.
Helped produce video content for newspaper's YouTube channel.
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