Writer/Journalist

PSI International - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Baltimore, MD

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About the position

The Writer/Journalist position at Baltimore City Schools involves creating engaging and informative blog posts focused on the priorities of City Schools, particularly in literacy. The role requires interviewing subjects and writing compelling content that resonates with various audiences. This is a hybrid position, requiring some in-office work and travel to City Schools locations for interviews.

Responsibilities

• Interview subjects to gather information for blog posts.
• Write provocative and informative feature blog posts related to City Schools priorities, with an emphasis on literacy.
• Take candid and posed photographs of interview subjects.
• Provide three writing samples as part of the application process.
• Complete a writing exercise, preferably on location, to demonstrate writing skills.
• Travel to City Schools locations to meet and interview subjects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field.
• Two years of professional experience as a writer or journalist.
• Proven experience in journalism or a related field.
• Photography skills with the ability to take candid and posed photos of interview subjects.
• Experience with AP style is a plus.
• Ability to write content for various audiences.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with blog posting for two years.
• Familiarity with writing for educational institutions.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility in scheduling.
• Opportunity for contract extension beyond January 2025.