Remote News Writer – $40‑$75/hr Contract

About the role

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a remote News Writer to produce accurate, well‑structured articles from extensive source material. This contract position offers flexible hours (10‑40 hrs/week) and competitive pay ranging from $40 to $75 per hour.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze and synthesize information from public records, reports, and lengthy documents.
• Conduct rigorous source verification and fact‑checking to ensure credibility.
• Write non‑opinion articles using industry‑standard formats such as the lead and inverted pyramid.
• Produce concise summaries or full‑length pieces based on provided document sets.
• Participate in editorial reviews and incorporate feedback.
• Document research methods and citation trails for transparency.

Required profile

• Strong experience reporting or corresponding for a recognized media outlet.
• Expertise in document‑heavy beats (investigative journalism, business, science).
• Proven ability to turn large volumes of material into engaging narratives.
• Track record of rigorous source validation and verifiable reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Remote work with flexible weekly commitment.
• Competitive hourly rate ($40‑$75).
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact, document‑driven stories.