The Buckeye Flame is proud to be working with Report for America to offer a Corps Member position in our newsroom.
Report for America (RFA) helps local newsrooms report on under-covered issues and communities by placing journalists at news outlets throughout the country. As an RFA Corps Member, you’ll be a part of a movement to strengthen communities—and our democracy—through local journalism that is truthful, fair, fearless, and smart.
Here are the key details about this position:
- RFA is a two-year program with an optional third year. The upcoming service year begins on July 8, 2024 and runs through July 7, 2025.
- Area of focus: LGBTQ+ Rural Ohio. This position will cover LGBTQ+ Ohioans in rural, deeply conservative communities where most of the state’s anti-LGBTQ+ laws are emerging. The rural Ohio LGBTQ+ reporter will help amplify the triumphs and struggles of these Ohioans.
- Salary: $42,000-$75,000 based on experience
- Benefits: $8,000 healthcare stipend, flexible schedule, travel support, and tech support.
- The deadline to apply is January 31, 2024, with references due by February 7, 2024.
- To apply, go HERE.
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