The Blacklight is looking for investigative journalists

Come work with us! The Blacklight is looking for talented and experienced freelance investigative journalists. Send us your pitches!

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Blacklight is the Amsterdam News’ investigative unit. It is dedicated to exposing wrongdoing and uncovering the truth wherever it may be, with focus on stories that impact communities of color in the New York region and beyond.

Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: Fact Checks, All Articles

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN SUBMISSION

• Write a short introduction about yourself
• Include a paragraph highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits
• Attach links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.

COMPENSATION

• Fact Checks
  $250+
  500-1000 words
  1-2 interviews
  1-2 days of research

  Medium length Articles
  $1 a word
  800-1500 words
  2-4 interviews
  Research 2-5 days

  Long form Articles
  $2 a word or flat commission fee
  1500+words
  4+ interviews
  5+ days of research

  Data Visualizations
  $250-$500+ per piece
  1-3 days of work
  May or may not require data cleaning

CONTACT

For more information, visit their website.

Email all questions and submissions toblacklight@amsterdamnews.com