Features Writer Jobs
By Chicago Public Media At Chicago, IL, United States
Bachelor's degree – or equivalent professional experience – in journalism, communications, entertainment, or a related field.
Producing factually accurate and original stories
Report clearly, accurately, and fairly to deliver fully sourced news stories on tight deadlines
Observe Chicago culture for interesting people, creations, and trends
Work collaboratively with editors and other reporters
Track record of producing factually accurate and original stories. Please submit clips via links in your resume or cover letter.

Are you a creative wordsmith looking for a new challenge? We are looking for a Freelance Features Writer to join our team and help us create compelling content for our readers. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of topics and develop your writing skills. If you are passionate about writing and have a knack for storytelling, this could be the perfect job for you!

Overview: Freelance feature writers are responsible for researching, writing, and editing feature stories for various publications. They must be able to write compelling stories that capture the attention of readers. They must also be able to work independently and meet deadlines. How To Become an Freelance Features Writer: To become a freelance feature writer, you will need to have a strong writing background and experience in journalism. You should also have a portfolio of published work to show potential employers. Additionally, you should be familiar with the publication you are writing for and have a good understanding of the topics you are writing about. Freelance Features Writer Skills: Writing, Editing, Research, Interviewing, Storytelling, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Creativity, Communication, Organization. Freelance Features Writer Knowledge: Journalism, Feature Writing, Media, Publishing, Current Events, Social Media, SEO, Copywriting. Freelance Features Writer Responsibilities: Researching topics, Writing feature stories, Editing stories, Meeting deadlines, Working independently, Developing story ideas, Interviewing sources, Promoting stories. Freelance Features Writer Experience: Previous experience in journalism, Writing for publications, Feature writing, Editing stories, Working with deadlines. Freelance Features Writer Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, Writing portfolio, Knowledge of the publication, Understanding of the topics. Freelance Features Writer Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field. Tools to Help Freelance Features Writer Work Better: Word processing software, Content management systems, Social media platforms, SEO tools, Research tools. Good Tips to Help Freelance Features Writer Do More Effectively: Develop a writing routine, Set deadlines for yourself, Research thoroughly, Take notes during interviews, Promote your stories, Stay up to date on current events. Common Freelance Features Writer Interview Questions: What experience do you have in feature writing? How do you come up with story ideas? What is your writing process? How do you stay organized? How do you promote your stories?