Courier Newsroom, Inc. - Freelance Reporter/Content Producer

Content Producer is needed in Río Grande Municipio, United States.

Client: Courier Newsroom, Inc.

Location: Río Grande Municipio, PR

Contract: Freelance

Job Description

FREELANCE REPORTER / CONTENT PRODUCER

Fully remote but based in Texas’ Rio Grande Valley | Contractor, 25 hrs per week | $35 hourly rate

Join Courier Newsroom - an organization that drives journalism and empowers communities. We empower people and communities to connect with the news, opportunities, and issues impacting their lives. Our goal is to give local journalists stronger platforms and access to audience data, enhancing civic participation and building a healthier democracy.

Requirements

The ideal candidate:

• Has a strong understanding of the Rio Grande Valley / South Texas and its culture, as well as the issues that matter locally
• Has 3+ years of audience-centered local reporting experience
• Has a previous history of covering local politics, policy, or government for everyday readers
• Is a strong, clear writer who can break down complex topics in an approachable way
• Writes in a conversational, accessible tone designed for everyday readers — not insider audiences
• Is comfortable sourcing stories from community conversations, social media trends, local events, and everyday experiences — not just institutions and press releases
• Has experience creating content for web (Wordpress) and social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)
• Is comfortable experimenting with formats and testing what resonates with audiences
• Is willing to appear on camera or create video content
• Has experience using tools like Canva, CapCut, Descript, or similar

Scope of Work

Courier Texas is seeking a freelance reporter / content producer to expand our coverage in the Rio Grande Valley and South Central Texas. The contractor will independently produce local news, politics, and lifestyle content to reach audiences beyond traditional news consumers.

Deliverables include:

• Deliver 5-8 web stories per week, including:
• Original reporting
• Aggregation or curated explainers
• Wire or partner content
• Produce 2-4 pieces of social content per week to support newsletter and web stories, which may include:
• Short-form video (on-camera or voiceover)
• Simple graphics (headline cards, carousels)
• Create content designed to drive audience growth and newsletter subscriptions across web and social platforms as directed

Term & Schedule

• Initial term to be mutually agreed upon (recommended 3–6 months).
• Must reside in or regularly operate within the Rio Grande Valley region.
• Contractor will be invited to join the Courier Texas team virtual meetings (2-3 times a week) and may participate in editorial check-ins as reasonably necessary for coordination on assignments.

Compensation

Rate: $35 an hour

Expected hours: Approximately 25 hours a week

Additional Information

COURIER Newsroom is committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to break down barriers and ensure every team member feels seen, heard, and supported.

As an independent contractor, this person will not be an employee of COURIER Newsroom. The contractor will control the manner and means of performing the services and is responsible for all taxes, insurance, equipment, and business expenses unless otherwise agreed in writing.