Freelance Journalists Wanted: Bring Miami's Stories to Life

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a skilled and reliable freelance journalist with a passion for hyperlocal reporting? The Miami Times and Biscayne Times are seeking talented freelance writers to contribute compelling, well-researched stories on an ongoing basis.

About Us:

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The Miami Times is South Florida's oldest and largest Black newspaper. Since 1923, it has been a trusted voice for the community, providing award-winning coverage of local news, arts, business, and social issues. With a multi-platform approach spanning print, digital, and social media channels, it provides in-depth, culturally sensitive reporting that empowers and enriches its community.

 

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Biscayne Times is a smart, sophisticated monthly news magazine and website serving the Biscayne corridor’s best neighborhoods, from Brickell to Broward, including all the waterfront communities. The publication features in-depth local reporting on politics, arts, dining, real estate, and community issues. 

Together, our publications provide essential coverage of Miami’s evolving landscape , and we’re looking for freelancers who can help us tell stories that matter.

What We Need:

We are actively seeking professional freelance writers to cover:

✅ Local government and civic affairs (Miami-Dade County, City of Miami, and municipalities north through Aventura and surrounding island communities)

✅ Community issues, advocacy, and policy developments

✅ Business, economic development, and real estate trends

✅ Arts, culture, and entertainment

✅ Investigative and enterprise reporting that uncovers overlooked angles

✅ Local events and human-interest stories

Ideal Writers Have:

✔ Proven experience writing for newspapers, magazines, or established digital publications

✔ Strong research skills , including the ability to navigate public records and analyze data

✔ The ability to develop sources and establish credibility with key community stakeholders

✔ A track record of breaking stories that go beyond surface-level reporting

✔ Flexibility to write for different audiences , as The Miami Times and Biscayne Times serve distinct readerships

✔ Adherence to AP Style and journalistic ethics

✔ Basic photography skills are a plus for capturing visual elements to accompany stories

Why Work With Us?

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Consistent freelance assignments covering high-impact local stories

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Editorial freedom to pitch and pursue meaningful reporting

• Opportunities for in-depth investigative work

• Competitive freelance rates based on story depth and complexity

• A respected platform to showcase your journalism in one of the nation’s most dynamic markets

How to Apply:

To be considered, please submit:

✔ A brief introduction about your reporting experience and areas of expertise

✔ Your resume

✔ 3-5 relevant writing samples

 

Freelancers may work remotely but should be available for on-the-ground reporting as needed in Miami-Dade County.