Freelance Journalists, Editors, Content Creators (SCMA) at Sacred Heart University

Fairfield, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Journalism, Reporting, Editing, Multimedia Content Creation, Writing, Storytelling, Communication, Research, Digital Journalism Tools, Social Media, Multimedia Storytelling

Industry

Higher Education

Description

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 389 Colleges: 2024 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu Freelance Journalists, Editors and Multimedia Content Creators Needed for the Community Journalism Collective (CJC) The Community Journalism Collective (CJC) at Sacred Heart University’s School of Communication, Media, and the Arts (SCMA) is seeking talented freelance journalists, editors, and multimedia producers to join our award-winning initiative. We are expanding our coverage to include communities in Bridgeport, Fairfield, and Easton, CT. Note: Freelancers are contracted for their services and not considered employees of the University nor is there an expectation of permanent employment. Positions Available: News Reporters and Feature Writers Copy and Assignment Editors Multimedia Journalists (video, audio, graphics) Qualifications: Proven experience in journalism, reporting, editing, or multimedia content creation Strong writing, storytelling, communication, editing, and research skills Familiarity with digital journalism tools, social media, and multimedia storytelling About the CJC: The CJC aims to enhance local news coverage by creating in-depth, fact-based journalism across digital and print platforms. Join us to contribute to a project that is strengthening local journalism while providing educational opportunities for future media professionals. Send your resume, relevant links, and a brief cover letter to castonguayj@sacredheart.edu with the subject line "CJC Freelance Application." Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Responsibilities

Freelance journalists, editors, and multimedia producers will contribute to the Community Journalism Collective by enhancing local news coverage. They will create in-depth, fact-based journalism across digital and print platforms.