Strong expertise in politics, policy, world events
Conduct research using credible sources
Write articles, explainers, and investigative pieces
WhoWhatWhy is seeking a volunteer writer with experience in journalism and a strong background in various topics such as politics, policy, and cultural commentary. This part-time role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team of journalists, produce in-depth articles, and contribute meaningfully to investigative journalism
Job Summary
WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on the most pressing issues of our time.
As a Writer, you will pitch and develop story ideas, conduct research, write articles, and collaborate with editors to revise drafts.
We ask for a commitment of 5–10 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months, with flexible scheduling based on story development.
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WhoWhatWhy is seeking a volunteer writer with experience in journalism and a strong background in various topics such as politics, policy, and cultural commentary. This part-time role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team of journalists, produce in-depth articles, and contribute meaningfully to investigative journalism.
Salary
modestly paid; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
strong expertise in politics, policy, world events
conduct research using credible sources
write articles, explainers, and investigative pieces
structure articles with a clear narrative flow
support key points with accurate sourcing
collaborate with editors to revise drafts
experience meeting deadlines
Nice-to-have
sharpen work with strong editorial input
stretch into ambitious subject areas
contribute meaningfully to journalistic team
experience writing for digital or online audiences
subject-matter expertise
Key Requirements
experience writing articles, essays, or long-form journalistic content
experience conducting research using credible and verifiable sources
experience organizing written content into structured, coherent narratives
experience revising work based on editorial feedback
background in journalism, communications, or a related field