Staff Writer

Description:

Westword has an immediate opening for a full-time staff writer to continue our record of hard-hitting reporting. We're looking for a general assignment reporter with at least two years experience working in a newsroom who can find, report and write daily stories in a wide range of areas (news, culture, food, cannabis). Staff writers work under the guidance of experienced editors in a small but scrappy newsroom with a history of excellence, including numerous national and regional reporting awards.  We value ambitious reporting, well-crafted prose, an engaging voice and savvy use of social media.

Salary is $55,000. Benefits include, but are not limited to, paid time off, 401K, flexible spending accounts and medical/dental/vision insurance.

Westword believes our journalism will best serve our communities with culturally diverse staff and freelancers who offer a range of voices. We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment of inclusion, diversity, empowerment and equality. We are at our best when all our team members are respected and included regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and national origin. Women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender-nonconforming candidates are highly encouraged to apply. 

Qualified applicants should send their best news clips, a resume and a cover letter to:  den-staff-writer@voicemediagroup.com