Are you looking for a full-time job? A new freelance gig? Well, the Monthly Gig Seekers Thread is here to help.
Sent out monthly on the 15th, it works just like those Twitter threads that are designed to promote writers for hire: reply with a short pitch about who you are and what kind of work you’re looking for, whether it’s full-time, part-time, or freelance.
But this is a Substack thread, so that means unlike Twitter, there’s no character limit. Share a link to your portfolio. Talk more about your career goals. Link to a few pieces of work you’re proud of. Up to you.
Participation isn’t limited to subscribers or West Coast-based journalists. All are welcome. If you already posted in last month’s thread, feel free to post an update on what you’ve been up to or if you’re looking to cover new topics/beats. These days, a lot can change in a month.
The thread will be promoted via the newsletter and our social media all month…until the next thread arrives.
Hello! My name is Richard Bednarski and I am currently in a Master's Program for Media Innovation. I am currently working with the J-schools media outlet covering the affordable housing crisis and homelessness here in Reno, Nevada. I have extensive photography experiences as well video, writing, and audio knowledge.
I am looking for a freelance/part-time gig I can do between semesters (early December to late January) and possibly throughout next semester. Something remote that I can do from home would be best for filling in the cracks between school. I am hoping for entry-level work that will strengthen my skills as a writer, working with audio/video, as well as photography.
Hello there! My name is Natasia Gascon and I'm an Arts and Culture TV Reporter for the City of El Segundo.
I specialize in hyperlocal stories relating to the arts, but I can easily pivot from covering human interest stories to grilling local politicians on community issues, conversing with first responders, and interacting with witnesses and community stakeholders. I am determined to get the story, but also am compassionate and understanding when needed to report on sensitive topics.
I have 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism, videography and non-scripted filmmaking. I have my Bachelor of Science in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production from the Art Institute of California - Hollywood.
I also have 10 years experience as an Arts Administrator in Los Angeles, CA.
I'm currently looking for freelance or part-time opportunities to gain more experience covering stories outside my regular beat, but am also open to full-time work.
Hi, I'm Miranda Green a Los Angeles based freelance reporter covering the West Coast with a specific interest in energy and environment news for national audiences.
I have 8 years of professional reporting experience, including staff positions at CNN, The Hill and The Daily Beast in Washington, D.C, where I covered government agencies--including the EPA, Interior Department, Department of Energy--as well as Congress and general politics.
Since moving back to my home state of California this January I’ve written freelance pieces for The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, The New York Times, NBC, The Washington Post and others.
Hi! My name is Allie Pape, and I was recently let go as the managing editor of Hoodline, a hyperlocal news site in San Francisco. Prior to joining Hoodline, I was Eater's San Francisco editor.
I'm seeking a full-time editing role in the Bay Area. I have eight years of experience developing stories from pitch to completion, and have run shops where I managed full-time reporters and where I built publications purely from freelance work. I also ran Eater and Hoodline's social media accounts during my time at each publication.
My expertise spans a wide array of topics: transit, infrastructure, food and drink, small business/enterprise, and local government. I have a special interest in entertainment — I freelance as a culture writer for Vulture and the SF Chronicle, covering TV, music and film. I've won awards for both my writing and for work I've edited.
My portfolio website is down because my hosting company unexpectedly went out of business. I'm working on a new one, but in the meantime, please feel free to email me and I can share clips of both writing and editing work! allie.pape@gmail.com
Hi! My name is Taylor Balkom and I'm a freelance photojournalist based in Portland, Ore. I'm interested in freelance and full-time work in Oregon and Washington.
I've been a photographer for 8 years now, shooting hurricanes and music festivals in my home state of Louisiana, totem pole raisings and fishing derbies in Alaska, and sandcastle festivals and high school sports in Oregon. I'm a well-rounded and extremely hard-working journalist, eager to shoot whatever it may be.
My work the last two years in Oregon has been mostly sports, but I'm not just a sports photographer. I intentionally get different styles of shots from every game in order to keep my skills sharp for eventual news or features assignments.
If you are in need of a professional photojournalist who can provide top-quality images for your stories/publication, please contact me, P.J. Heller at PhotoReporters. I also have extensive experience as a writer, so can provide a full package of words and pictures if needed.
I bring decades of experience as a photographer, writer and editor with the wire services, daily and weekly newspapers, trade, consumer and business magazines, websites and Fortune 100 companies. I am also a contributing photographer to the Zuma Press photo agency.
My photography work includes news, features, sports, red carpet/celebrity, travel, corporate and more. You can view some of my photography on my website at www.photoreporters.com. I am available for assignments anywhere.
My name is Haley Sawyer and I'm a freelance writer based in Los Angeles. Sports is my bread and butter, but I am also available for news assignments. I love working alongside ambitious people and am always up for a challenge.
I was working as the sports editor for The Santa Clarita Valley Signal until late March, when the newspaper downsized due to COVID-19. Since then, I have been freelancing for the LA Daily News and Outlook Newspaper Group as well as websites like daringboundaries.com and maxlaxoc.com. I'm also a part-time student advisor at College of the Canyons, where I help students sharpen their craft as writers and photographers.
Hi, my name is Logan Finney. I graduated from the University of Idaho this May with a bachelor's degree in Broadcast & Digital Media.
I currently live in Boise and work for Idaho Public Television after interning with their public affairs program Idaho Reports during the 2020 legislative session. Most of my current work is focused on the coronavirus pandemic and its effects in Idaho. I write and edit many of our weeknight COVID-19 updates, as well as run the show's social media and podcast.
I am open to freelancing gigs (writing or multimedia) with my main interest in government and state affairs reporting. Reach out to me at logan.finney@idahoptv.org!
Hello all! I'm Nicholas Slayton, a Los Angeles-based freelance journalist. I was a reporter and later co-editor at Los Angeles Downtown News until layoffs in March and have since been writing for Los Angeles Magazine, Invisible People and Shelterforce on homelessness, TV and film and California politics. Currently I'm in a bit of a drought due to some emergencies taking up most of October for me and am trying to get back to work (beyond teaching zoom fitness classes).
I'm looking for freelance and part-time work (and a full-time job if it's there!) in the Los Angeles area. Open to almost anything. Researching, copy writing or editing, reporting and reviews, etc. This year I've done everything from co-write and edit packages on the March election to launch a politics and film analysis newsletter (nslayton.substack.com) and like to say that my time at Downtown News made me very flexible as a reporter.
Need a brand manager/community engagement pro/social media strategist or a person to take on leading a social media team? My name is Bianca Hernandez, and I have been working in social media/marketing for newsrooms, brands and publications since 2015.
I just left a senior position at a public media station in a top 10 market, and am looking to move out of breaking newsrooms and more into longer-term strategic environments or a more senior position (aka, I'm down to be in a newsroom as long as I'm not the sole person touching daily social). I'm down for FT/PT or freelance work right now, it just depends on your brand and needs.
I'd love to eventually work in fandom-adjacent media spaces, so if you're a brand that needs some fun memes and heavy community engagement plans, I'm your person.
Hello everyone, My name is Stephanie Guzman. I am a digital journalist looking for any open full time or freelance gigs as a digital producer or assignment desk. I'm currently based in LA. I worked as a digital producer at TV stations in Bakersfield, Omaha and most recently in Phoenix. While I would prefer to stay on the west coast, I am open to any opportunities anywhere. For more information about me, email me at stephguzman23@gmail.com or connect with me on Twitter: @MsStephGuzman. You can also connect and see some of my past work on my linkedin account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephguzman/
Hello everyone! I'm Kat Bolus. I'm an education reporter and columnist at The Times-Tribune newspaper in Scranton, Pennsylvania. I'm looking to take the next step in my career, working full-time for an organizations that supports journalism or writing for a digital first publication or both! I'm also looking for freelance opportunities and have experience researching and writing a wide variety of stories including perspective columns, and investigative and data-driven pieces as well as human interest stories and profiles.
My clips and contact information can be found on my website at www.katbolus.com
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Hello! My name is Richard Bednarski and I am currently in a Master's Program for Media Innovation. I am currently working with the J-schools media outlet covering the affordable housing crisis and homelessness here in Reno, Nevada. I have extensive photography experiences as well video, writing, and audio knowledge.
I am looking for a freelance/part-time gig I can do between semesters (early December to late January) and possibly throughout next semester. Something remote that I can do from home would be best for filling in the cracks between school. I am hoping for entry-level work that will strengthen my skills as a writer, working with audio/video, as well as photography.
Here is where I am published: http://www.ourtownreno.com/our-stories-1
Here is my LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardbednarski/
you can reach me at basinlight.photography@gmail.com
Thank you and all the best!
Richard Bednarski
Hello there! My name is Natasia Gascon and I'm an Arts and Culture TV Reporter for the City of El Segundo.
I specialize in hyperlocal stories relating to the arts, but I can easily pivot from covering human interest stories to grilling local politicians on community issues, conversing with first responders, and interacting with witnesses and community stakeholders. I am determined to get the story, but also am compassionate and understanding when needed to report on sensitive topics.
I have 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism, videography and non-scripted filmmaking. I have my Bachelor of Science in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production from the Art Institute of California - Hollywood.
I also have 10 years experience as an Arts Administrator in Los Angeles, CA.
I'm currently looking for freelance or part-time opportunities to gain more experience covering stories outside my regular beat, but am also open to full-time work.
Here is my website: http://www.natasiagascon.com
My Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nregascon/
My Reel: https://youtu.be/nimNFVzj48E
And my Twitter: https://twitter.com/NatasiaGascon
Thank you so much! Looking forward to connecting with you.
All the very best,
-Natasia Gascon
Hi, I'm Miranda Green a Los Angeles based freelance reporter covering the West Coast with a specific interest in energy and environment news for national audiences.
I have 8 years of professional reporting experience, including staff positions at CNN, The Hill and The Daily Beast in Washington, D.C, where I covered government agencies--including the EPA, Interior Department, Department of Energy--as well as Congress and general politics.
Since moving back to my home state of California this January I’ve written freelance pieces for The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, The New York Times, NBC, The Washington Post and others.
I’m seeking full-time staff jobs, part-time contract positions and freelance work.
All of my work can be found on my website: www.mirandacgreen.com
Feel free to reach out at mirandac.green@gmail.com
Thanks,
Miranda
@mirandacgreen
Hi! My name is Allie Pape, and I was recently let go as the managing editor of Hoodline, a hyperlocal news site in San Francisco. Prior to joining Hoodline, I was Eater's San Francisco editor.
I'm seeking a full-time editing role in the Bay Area. I have eight years of experience developing stories from pitch to completion, and have run shops where I managed full-time reporters and where I built publications purely from freelance work. I also ran Eater and Hoodline's social media accounts during my time at each publication.
My expertise spans a wide array of topics: transit, infrastructure, food and drink, small business/enterprise, and local government. I have a special interest in entertainment — I freelance as a culture writer for Vulture and the SF Chronicle, covering TV, music and film. I've won awards for both my writing and for work I've edited.
My portfolio website is down because my hosting company unexpectedly went out of business. I'm working on a new one, but in the meantime, please feel free to email me and I can share clips of both writing and editing work! allie.pape@gmail.com
Hi! My name is Taylor Balkom and I'm a freelance photojournalist based in Portland, Ore. I'm interested in freelance and full-time work in Oregon and Washington.
I've been a photographer for 8 years now, shooting hurricanes and music festivals in my home state of Louisiana, totem pole raisings and fishing derbies in Alaska, and sandcastle festivals and high school sports in Oregon. I'm a well-rounded and extremely hard-working journalist, eager to shoot whatever it may be.
My work the last two years in Oregon has been mostly sports, but I'm not just a sports photographer. I intentionally get different styles of shots from every game in order to keep my skills sharp for eventual news or features assignments.
You can check out my portfolio at www.taylorbalkom.com or my more recent work at www.instagram.com/taybalkom.
Feel free to reach out to me at taylor.balkom@gmail.com!
Thank you,
Taylor
Greetings,
If you are in need of a professional photojournalist who can provide top-quality images for your stories/publication, please contact me, P.J. Heller at PhotoReporters. I also have extensive experience as a writer, so can provide a full package of words and pictures if needed.
I bring decades of experience as a photographer, writer and editor with the wire services, daily and weekly newspapers, trade, consumer and business magazines, websites and Fortune 100 companies. I am also a contributing photographer to the Zuma Press photo agency.
My photography work includes news, features, sports, red carpet/celebrity, travel, corporate and more. You can view some of my photography on my website at www.photoreporters.com. I am available for assignments anywhere.
You can reach me through my website or via email at pj@photoreporters.com.
Hi there!
My name is Haley Sawyer and I'm a freelance writer based in Los Angeles. Sports is my bread and butter, but I am also available for news assignments. I love working alongside ambitious people and am always up for a challenge.
I was working as the sports editor for The Santa Clarita Valley Signal until late March, when the newspaper downsized due to COVID-19. Since then, I have been freelancing for the LA Daily News and Outlook Newspaper Group as well as websites like daringboundaries.com and maxlaxoc.com. I'm also a part-time student advisor at College of the Canyons, where I help students sharpen their craft as writers and photographers.
Here's a recent piece I wrote on professional boxer and world champion Seniesa Estrada that I had a lot of fun working on: https://daringboundaries.com/seniesa-estrada/
My portfolio: clippings.me/haleymsawyer
My Twitter: twitter.com/haleymsawyer
My email: haleymsawyer@gmail.com
Can't wait to collaborate!
Hi, my name is Logan Finney. I graduated from the University of Idaho this May with a bachelor's degree in Broadcast & Digital Media.
I currently live in Boise and work for Idaho Public Television after interning with their public affairs program Idaho Reports during the 2020 legislative session. Most of my current work is focused on the coronavirus pandemic and its effects in Idaho. I write and edit many of our weeknight COVID-19 updates, as well as run the show's social media and podcast.
All of my articles and television appearances are linked on my Muckrack profile: https://muckrack.com/loganfinney
My portfolio and resume are available at http://loganfinney.com (needs updating)
I am open to freelancing gigs (writing or multimedia) with my main interest in government and state affairs reporting. Reach out to me at logan.finney@idahoptv.org!
Hello all! I'm Nicholas Slayton, a Los Angeles-based freelance journalist. I was a reporter and later co-editor at Los Angeles Downtown News until layoffs in March and have since been writing for Los Angeles Magazine, Invisible People and Shelterforce on homelessness, TV and film and California politics. Currently I'm in a bit of a drought due to some emergencies taking up most of October for me and am trying to get back to work (beyond teaching zoom fitness classes).
I'm looking for freelance and part-time work (and a full-time job if it's there!) in the Los Angeles area. Open to almost anything. Researching, copy writing or editing, reporting and reviews, etc. This year I've done everything from co-write and edit packages on the March election to launch a politics and film analysis newsletter (nslayton.substack.com) and like to say that my time at Downtown News made me very flexible as a reporter.
My clips: https://muckrack.com/nicholas-slayton/articles
My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-slayton-95922727/
Thank you!
Nicholas Slayton
Oh, and feel free to reach me at nslayton5@gmail.com
Need a brand manager/community engagement pro/social media strategist or a person to take on leading a social media team? My name is Bianca Hernandez, and I have been working in social media/marketing for newsrooms, brands and publications since 2015.
I just left a senior position at a public media station in a top 10 market, and am looking to move out of breaking newsrooms and more into longer-term strategic environments or a more senior position (aka, I'm down to be in a newsroom as long as I'm not the sole person touching daily social). I'm down for FT/PT or freelance work right now, it just depends on your brand and needs.
I'd love to eventually work in fandom-adjacent media spaces, so if you're a brand that needs some fun memes and heavy community engagement plans, I'm your person.
Find my work here: http://bookhoarding.wordpress.com/
My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-hernandez-b353b528
Find me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bookhoarding
Hello everyone, My name is Stephanie Guzman. I am a digital journalist looking for any open full time or freelance gigs as a digital producer or assignment desk. I'm currently based in LA. I worked as a digital producer at TV stations in Bakersfield, Omaha and most recently in Phoenix. While I would prefer to stay on the west coast, I am open to any opportunities anywhere. For more information about me, email me at stephguzman23@gmail.com or connect with me on Twitter: @MsStephGuzman. You can also connect and see some of my past work on my linkedin account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephguzman/
Hello everyone! I'm Kat Bolus. I'm an education reporter and columnist at The Times-Tribune newspaper in Scranton, Pennsylvania. I'm looking to take the next step in my career, working full-time for an organizations that supports journalism or writing for a digital first publication or both! I'm also looking for freelance opportunities and have experience researching and writing a wide variety of stories including perspective columns, and investigative and data-driven pieces as well as human interest stories and profiles.
My clips and contact information can be found on my website at www.katbolus.com
- Kat