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Freelance Writers/News Producers

Freelance Writers/News Producers


Devoted to Honest, Bold, and Courageous journalism, Al Jazeera is the most exciting 24 hour English language news channel in the world – with a growing audience in the Americas. We have immediate openings for aggressive, energetic and creative people to join our freelance pool of Writers/News Producers to work on the News Output Team in our Washington DC Broadcast Centre.

The position requires an individual with:

  • Excellent writing skills and someone who will go beyond just re-typing wire copy to make stories compelling and accurate
  • Must be a strong writer and producer,
  • Must have sharp news judgment
  • Excellent technical skills and the ability to work well with others.
  • Knowledge of current and international events and the desire to help craft the newscast is a must.

A minimum of three years of professional writing experience with a credible news organisation is required . Flexibility is a must. Daily rates vary, depending on experience and assignments. U.S. based applicants only, please.

The closing date for this application is the 18 December 2011.

**Al Jazeera English is an equal opportunity employer.

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