Newspaper Writer

Part-Time Writer
The Grundy Register & Butler County Eclipse – Grundy Center & Parkersburg, Iowa (Partially Remote)
Owned by Nelson Media Company

Overview
The Grundy Register and Butler County Eclipse, two trusted community newspapers serving Grundy and Butler counties, are seeking a Part-Time Writer to help cover local news and events. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about local journalism and storytelling. You will play a key role in keeping our communities informed by covering local government, schools, and community happenings. Writers should expect to contribute 3–5 articles per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and report on city council and school board meetings, local celebrations, and public events.
• Produce 4–5 well-written articles per week for both print and digital platforms.
• Conduct interviews with public officials, educators, community leaders, and residents.
• Ensure accuracy and clarity through careful research and fact-checking.
• Work collaboratively with editors and teammates to align with publication standards.
• Edit and proof your own work before submission.
• Submit articles on a consistent weekly schedule, meeting all deadlines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated writing or journalism experience; a portfolio of work is preferred.
• Strong grammar, punctuation, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to cover local events in Grundy and Butler counties (evenings and occasional weekends as needed).
• Comfortable working both remotely and in the field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Passion for community journalism and storytelling.

How to Apply
Please send your resume, writing samples, and a short note of interest to:
Chris Nelson, CEO and President
cnelson@nelsonmediacompany.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grundy Center, IA 50638