Job Title:  Bilingual journalist from western North Carolina (Part-time, contract)
Location:   Remote, based in western North Carolina. Preference is given to people from Buncombe County or surrounding counties. 
Job Type:  Part-time, contract
Period:  January 6, 2027 – December 31, 2027

 About Enlace Latino NC 

Enlace Latino NC  It is a non-profit news organization dedicated to providing reliable, relevant, and culturally appropriate information to the Spanish-speaking communities of North Carolina.

Our work focuses on amplifying community voices, facilitating access to information, and strengthening civic participation in the region.

About the position 

Enlace Latino NC  We are looking for a fully bilingual (Spanish-English) journalist, based in western North Carolina, to join our growing team and cover issues and stories from communities throughout the region.

This position is ideal for a journalist with a passion for community-focused journalism and for serving Latino and rural audiences through accurate, accessible, and culturally relevant reporting.

The position will require approximately 60% travel to various counties in western North Carolina.

Main Responsibilities 

• Report and write original, community-focused stories aligned with the editorial strategy of Enlace Latino NC y  relevant to western North Carolina.
• Traveling to different counties to cover stories relevant to the region's Latino communities, establishing connections with local leaders and communities, and building relationships and trust.
• Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and organizations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the staff of Enlace Latino NC  who works in the region to expand coverage in rural communities and in counties outside of Buncombe.
• Coordinate with the staff of Enlace Latino NC  who works in other parts of the state to align editorial priorities.
• Create clear, engaging, and accessible content for Spanish-speaking audiences.
• Maintain standards of accuracy, cultural competence, and journalistic ethics.
• Meet agreed deadlines and maintain regular communication with editors.

Compensation 

• The 12-month contract is for $50,000 per year. 

Requirements 

• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in journalism, reporting, or a related field.
• Strong storytelling and interviewing skills.
• Residing in western North Carolina and having knowledge of the Latino communities in the counties to be covered.
• Commitment to serving Latino communities through inclusive, community-centered journalism.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.

Additional Details 

• Completely remote position.
• The hired person will need to cover several counties and have regular access to a car to travel to rural areas of the region.
• The hired person will be responsible for covering their own cell phone and travel expenses.
• Flexible hours, with deadlines coordinated in advance.

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Bilingual Journalist – Western North Carolina

Job Title:  Bilingual Journalist for Western North Carolina (Part-time, Contract)
Location:  Remote in place; must be located in a Western North Carolina county, preferably Buncombe or a surrounding county.
Position Type:  Part-time, Contract
Timeframe:  January 6, 2027 – December 31, 2027

About Enlace Latino NC
 
Enlace Latino NC  is a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to providing trustworthy, culturally relevant news and information for the Spanish-speaking communities of North Carolina. Our work centers on amplifying community voices, increasing access to information, and strengthening civic engagement across the region.

About the Role
 
Enlace Latino NC i s seeking a fully bilingual (Spanish-English) journalist based in Western North Carolina to join our growing team to report on community issues and stories throughout the region. This role is ideal for a journalist who is passionate about community-centered reporting and serving rural, Latino audiences through accurate, accessible, and culturally responsive journalism. Position will include approximately 60% travel to counties throughout Western North Carolina. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Report and write original, community-focused stories aligned with Enlace Latino NC  editorial strategy and relevance to western NC.
• Travel to different counties to report on stories relevant to Latino communities in the area – make connections with local leaders and communities and build relationships and trust. 
• Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and organizations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Enlace Latino NC  staff based in the region to support expansive coverage of rural communities and counties outside of Buncombe. 
• Coordinate with Enlace Latino NC  staff based in other parts of the state to align editorial priorities. 
• Create content that is clear, engaging, and accessible for Spanish-speaking audiences.
• Maintain accuracy, cultural competence, and ethical reporting standards.
• Meet agreed-upon deadlines and communicate regularly with editors.

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• The contract is 50k/year

Qualifications 

• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
• Experience in journalism, reporting, or a related field
• Strong storytelling and interviewing skills
• Must be based in Western North Carolina, and have familiarity with Latino communities in the covered county. 
• Commitment to serving Latino communities through inclusive, community-centered journalism.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment

Additional details 

• Fully remote position
• Contractor will be expected to cover multiple counties and must have regular access to a car to travel to rural areas in the region
• Contractor will be expected to cover their own cell phone and travel expenses
• Flexible schedule, with deadlines coordinated in advance

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Bilingual journalist, Western North Carolina

by Enlace Latino NC, Enlace Latino NC
November 7, 2026

Enlace Latino NC, Enlace Latino NC November 7, 2026 Job Title: Bilingual Journalist, Western North Carolina (Part-time, Contract) Location: Remote, based in western North Carolina. Preference is given to people from Buncombe County or surrounding counties. Job type: Part-time, contract Period: January 6, 2027 – December 31, 2027 About Enlace Latino NC Enlace Latino NCIt is a non-profit news organization dedicated to providing reliable, relevant, and culturally appropriate information to the Spanish-speaking communities of North Carolina. Our work focuses on amplifying community voices, facilitating access to information, and strengthening civic participation in the region. About the position Enlace Latino NC We are looking for a fully bilingual (Spanish-English) journalist, based in western North Carolina, to join our growing team and cover issues and stories from communities throughout the region. This position is ideal for a journalist with a passion for community-focused journalism and for serving Latino and rural audiences through accurate, accessible, and culturally relevant reporting. The position will require approximately 60% travel to various counties in western North Carolina. Main responsibilities Report and write original, community-focused stories aligned with the editorial strategy ofEnlace Latino NC and relevant to western North Carolina. Traveling to different counties to cover stories relevant to the region's Latino communities, establishing connections with local leaders and communities, and building relationships and trust. Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and organizations. Coordinate and collaborate with the staff ofEnlace Latino NCwho works in the region to expand coverage in rural communities and in counties outside of Buncombe. Coordinate with the staff ofEnlace Latino NCwho works in other parts of the state to align editorial priorities. Create clear, engaging, and accessible content for Spanish-speaking audiences. Maintain standards of accuracy, cultural competence, and journalistic ethics. Meet agreed deadlines and maintain regular communication with editors. Compensation The 12-month contract is for $50,000 per year. Requirements Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken. Experience in journalism, reporting, or a related field. Strong storytelling and interviewing skills. Residing in western North Carolina and having knowledge of the Latino communities in the counties to be covered. Commitment to serving Latino communities through inclusive, community-centered journalism. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote work environment. Additional details Completely remote position. The hired person will need to cover several counties and have regular access to a car to travel to rural areas of the region. The hired person will be responsible for covering their own cell phone and travel expenses. Flexible hours, with deadlines coordinated in advance. 👉 Apply here Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis from November 16, 2026, and will continue to be accepted until the vacancy is filled. Interested individuals must submit, in addition to their resume, a sample of their work in Spanish. English version Bilingual Journalist - Western North Carolina Job Title: Bilingual Journalist for Western North Carolina (Part-time, Contract) Location: Remote in place; must be located in a Western North Carolina county, preferably Buncombe or a surrounding county. Position Type: Part-time, Contract Timeframe: January 6, 2027 – December 31, 2027 AboutEnlace Latino NCEnlace Latino NC is a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to providing trustworthy, culturally relevant news and information for the Spanish-speaking communities of North Carolina. Our work centers on amplifying community voices, increasing access to information, and strengthening civic engagement across the region. About the Role Enlace Latino NC Yo s seeking a fully bilingual (Spanish-English) journalist based in Western North Carolina to join our growing team to report on community issues and stories throughout the region. This role is ideal for a journalist who is passionate about community-centered reporting and serving rural, Latino audiences through accurate, accessible, and culturally responsive journalism. Position will include approximately 60% travel to counties throughout Western North Carolina. Key Responsibilities Report and write original, community-focused stories aligned withEnlace Latino NCeditorial strategy and relevance to western NC. Travel to different counties to report on stories relevant to Latino communities in the area - make connections with local leaders and communities and build relationships and trust. Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and organizations. Coordinate and collaborate withEnlace Latino NC staff based in the region to support expansive coverage of rural communities and counties outside of Buncombe. Coordinate withEnlace Latino NC staff based in other parts of the state to align editorial priorities. Create content that is clear, engaging, and accessible for Spanish-speaking audiences. Maintain accuracy, cultural competence, and ethical reporting standards. Meet agreed-upon deadlines and communicate regularly with editors. Compensation The contract is 50k/year Qualifications Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) Experience in journalism, reporting, or a related field Strong storytelling and interviewing skills Must be based in Western North Carolina, and have familiarity with Latino communities in the covered county. Commitment to serving Latino communities through inclusive, community-centered journalism. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment Additional Details Fully remote position Contractor will be expected to cover multiple counties and must have regular access to a car to travel to rural areas in the region Contractor will be expected to cover their own cell phone and travel expenses Flexible schedule, with deadlines coordinated in advance 👉 Apply here This is a rolling review process. We will review applications starting November 16, 2026, and accept them until the role is filled. 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