Job Title: Freelance Bilingual Journalist for Jackson and Macon Counties (Contract)
Location: Jackson or Macon County, North Carolina – Remote
Position Type: Freelance / Contract
Timeframe: June 2026 – May 2027

📌 Apply here

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 is seeking a fully bilingual (Spanish-English) freelance journalist based in Western North Carolina to report on community issues and stories in Jackson and Macon counties. This role is ideal for a journalist who is passionate about community-centered reporting and serving Latino audiences through accurate, accessible, and culturally responsive journalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Report and write original, community-focused stories relevant to Jackson and Macon counties. 
• Produce a total of 5 articles (minimum) over the contract period.
• Conduct interviews with community members, local leaders, and organizations.
• 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

• $700 per article (approximately 5 articles total; no more than $5,000 for the full contract period)

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 counties. 
• 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 assigned one county to cover
• Flexible schedule, with deadlines coordinated in advance

👉 Apply here: Interested applicants should send a resume and work sample (in Spanish). We will start reviewing applications after June 1, 2026.

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Freelance Bilingual Journalist for Jackson and Macon Counties

by Enlace Latino NC, Enlace Latino NC
April 18, 2026

<h1>Freelance Bilingual Journalist for Jackson and Macon Counties</h1> <p class="byline">by Enlace Latino NC, Enlace Latino NC <br />April 18, 2026</p> <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> <strong>Freelance Bilingual Journalist </strong>for Jackson and Macon Counties (Contract)<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Jackson or Macon County, North Carolina – Remote<br /><strong>Position Type:</strong> Freelance / Contract<br /><strong>Timeframe:</strong> June 2026 – May 2027</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-apply-here"><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-primary-color"><strong>📌 </strong></mark><strong><a href="https://airtable.com/app5ND4uM1t3EiQcL/pagRCyQPeSEpIvp1o/form" id="https://airtable.com/app5ND4uM1t3EiQcL/pagRCyQPeSEpIvp1o/form">Apply here</a></strong></h2> <p><strong>About Enlace Latino NC<br /></strong><br /><mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-primary-color"><strong>Enlace Latino NC</strong></mark> is a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to providing trustworthy, culturally relevant news and information for the Spanish-speaking communities of North Carolina. 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