News reporter

About Global Jan Manch: Global Jan Manch is an independent digital news platform committed to bringing verified local stories, public-interest issues, and community voices to a wider audience.

Our mission is simple: Your Voice • Your News • To the World.

• Available RolesFreelance News Reporter
• Freelance News Editor
• Local/District Correspondent
• Citizen Journalist
• Video Journalist
• News Photographer
• News Scriptwriter
• Social Media News Contributor

Key Responsibilities: Depending on the selected role, responsibilities may include

• Reporting verified local, regional and breaking news
• Identifying important community and public-interest stories
• Conducting interviews with citizens, officials and subject experts
• Producing news articles, photographs, reels and video reports
• Writing clear headlines, captions, scripts and descriptions
• Reviewing and editing reports for accuracy, clarity and grammar
• Verifying facts, dates, locations, identities and sources
• Obtaining appropriate supporting evidence and permissions
• Following deadlines and editorial instructions
• Complying with journalistic ethics, privacy requirements and applicable laws
• Promptly correcting inaccurate or incomplete information
• Clearly distinguishing news reports from opinions or promotional content

Preferred Coverage Areas Contributors may cover:

• Local and breaking news
• Public grievances and civic issues
• Education and employment
• Government schemes and public services
• Agriculture and rural development
• Health and the environment
• Social justice and community initiatives
• Business, technology, sports and culture
• Inspiring individuals and positive community change

Eligibility: Applications are invited from

• Experienced and aspiring journalists
• Independent and freelance reporters
• Journalism or mass communication students and graduates
• Local correspondents and citizen journalists
• News writers, editors, photographers and video creators
• Social workers or community contributors capable of objective reporting

Formal journalism qualifications are preferred but not mandatory for every contributor role. Strong local knowledge, communication skills, and commitment to accurate reporting are essential.

• Required Skills Good written or spoken communication
• Ability to report accurately and objectively
• Basic fact-checking and research skills
• Knowledge of the applicant’s local area
• Ability to use a smartphone for photographs and videos
• Understanding of social media and digital news formats
• Ability to meet agreed deadlines
• Proficiency in English, Hindi or any Indian regional language

Essential Editorial Requirements Applicants must:

• Submit only genuine and independently verified information
• Disclose conflicts of interest
• Avoid plagiarism and unauthorized copyrighted material
• Avoid fabricated quotations, manipulated evidence and misleading edits
• Never submit hate speech, defamatory allegations or unverified accusations
• Respect the privacy, dignity and safety of victims and vulnerable individuals
• Obtain permission where legally or ethically required
• Follow Global Jan Manch’s editorial and fact-checking policies

Equipment applicants should preferably have the following:

• A smartphone with a good camera
• Reliable internet access
• Basic audio or video recording equipment, where required
• A computer or editing device for editorial roles

Compensation: This is primarily a freelance and assignment-based opportunity. Compensation may vary according to the assignment type, complexity, location, content format, quality, and approval status.

Payment rates, deadlines, deliverables, usage rights, and reimbursement of approved expenses will be communicated and agreed upon before each paid assignment.

Applying or submitting unsolicited content does not automatically guarantee selection, publication, regular assignments, or payment.

How to Apply Please email the following information:

1. Full name
2. City, district and state
3. Preferred role
4. Languages known
5. Relevant experience
6. Areas or subjects you can cover
7. Availability
8. Resume or short professional profile
9. Two or three work samples, if available
10. Contact number

Email: globaljanmanch@gmail.com

Website: https://www.globaljanmanch.com

Suggested email subject:

Application for Freelance [Role] – [Name] – [City/State]

Selection Process: Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete an interview, identity verification, sample assignment, or editorial assessment. Final engagement will be subject to review and acceptance of the applicable freelance contributor agreement, editorial policies, and assignment terms.

Global Jan Manch reserves the right to verify submitted credentials and reject content that does not meet its legal, ethical, or editorial standards.

Join Global Jan Manch and help bring credible community stories to the world.