Journalist

Lead For Earth, Gilbert, AZ

Part-time, internship, or freelance journalist role in Gilbert, AZ, paying $17.00 to $18.00 per hour for 10 to 40 hours per week. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. Work is hybrid remote, with duties including covering local government meetings and writing articles.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 16, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Lead For Earth, through its Open Governance Initiative, is hiring journalists to cover local government meetings and publish content on OpGov.News. The role involves research, writing, fact-checking, photography, and videography, with a focus on local issues. It is part-time, internship, or freelance, hybrid remote in Gilbert, AZ. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Requirements

• Strong editing and proofreading skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to conduct thorough research
• Attend a city council or planning commission meeting at least once per month
• Education or background in journalism is a plus
• Open to freshers looking to learn

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Job details

Location

Gilbert, AZ

Pay

$17 to $18 per hour

Job type

Part-time

Industry

Other

Posted

Sep 18, 2026

Drug test

Not stated