Freelance Field Journalist – Major Indian Cities

Company: Free Ink Post
Employment Type: Freelance / Contract
Location: Multiple cities across India
Compensation: Per assignment, based on the nature and scope of work

About Free Ink Post

Free Ink Post is an independent, digital-first news platform committed to credible reporting, fearless journalism, and ground-level coverage of issues that matter to the public.

We are expanding our network of freelance field journalists across India and invite applications from passionate, responsible, and news-oriented individuals.

Role Overview

We are looking for freelance field journalists who can report from their respective cities, cover breaking news, investigate local issues, conduct interviews, and provide timely, factual news content to our editorial desk.

Key Responsibilities

- Cover breaking news, local developments, civic issues, public interest stories, political developments, and major events.
- Report from the ground and provide accurate, timely updates.
- Conduct interviews with government officials, public representatives, experts, eyewitnesses, and local residents.
- Capture photographs and record videos of news events using a smartphone or camera.
- Verify facts, cross-check information, and follow journalistic standards.
- Submit news reports, video footage, photographs, and relevant supporting information to the editorial team.
- Coordinate with editors for follow-up stories and developing news.
- Maintain qualified ethics, accuracy, fairness, and source confidentiality where appropriate.

Eligibility and Skills

- Experience in journalism, reporting, digital media, or news gathering is preferred.




- Strong communication and reporting skills in Hindi or English.
- Knowledge of local languages will be an advantage.
- Good awareness of local issues and current affairs.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and respond to breaking news assignments.
- Access to a smartphone capable of recording clear video and audio.
- Ability to distinguish verified information from rumours and unverified claims.

Freshers with strong reporting skills and a genuine interest in journalism may also apply.

Compensation and Engagement

- Freelance, assignment-based engagement; this is not a full-time salaried position.
- Payment will be agreed upon according to the assignment, deliverables, and scope of work.
- Assignment requirements, deadlines, and payment terms will be communicated in advance.
- Work availability may vary depending on news developments and editorial requirements.

Locations

We are inviting applications from candidates based in Delhi NCR, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Dehradun, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Bhopal, Patna, and other major cities across India.

Candidates should be based in the city they wish to cover and have a good understanding of local developments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their CV, current city, contact details, and samples of previous reporting, published articles, or video reports to:

Email: [email protected]

Subject: Freelance Field Journalist – [City Name]

Please mention your city of residence and the geographical areas you can cover.

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Work Location: Remote

📌 Freelance Field Journalist – Major Indian Cities (India)
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