Freelancers wanted

The Minnesota Independent is seeking freelance reporter/bloggers to help cover politics at the state, county and local levels.

We’re looking for people from across Minnesota with reporting experience; a clear understanding of policy, legislation and the workings of state politics; and familiarity with recent developments in online news. A key criterion in measuring success will be the delivery of “impact stories” that inspire public debate and advance the common good.

Please send resume, cover letter, at least three recent clips, and three relevant story pitches in an easily printable format to editor Paul Schmelzer: pschmelzer [at] minnesotaindependent [dot] com.

The Minnesota Independent is part of a growing online network sponsored by the non-profit and non-partisan Center for Independent Media, which adheres to the Society for Professional Journalists (SPJ) code of ethics and has received 31 SPJ awards for excellence in the past two years.

The Center for Independent Media investigates and disseminates news that impacts public debate and advances the common good. Our reporting emphasizes the role of democratically elected government in securing the common good and social welfare, and the continuing benefits of our founding culture of egalitarian government by the people, for the people.