Feature Writer

Evolving Solution Services; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. is seeking a talented Feature Writer to join our editorial team on a part-time basis (up to 20 hours/week) for Lancaster, PA. The role blends storytelling with local coverage across community newspapers, specialty publications, websites, and social channels.

You’ll identify stories, conduct interviews, gather photos, and craft engaging features while maintaining deadlines and accuracy. Remote-first with in-person interviews as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of writing, editing, copy editing, or related experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue local stories with broad community interest.
• Conduct interviews and gather information from sources.
• Take or obtain photographs to accompany stories.
• Write engaging feature articles for community newspapers and supplements.
• Enter and manage articles within the editorial database.
• Make revisions and corrections during editing.
• Assist with page layout planning and ensure strong stories and visuals.
• Adapt content for digital platforms, including websites and social media.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Grammar

Storytelling

Interviewing

Organization

AP Style

Digital tools

CMS

Social media management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Editorial software

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Social media platforms

Job description

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Feature Writer

Part-Time Administrative Lancaster, PA, US

Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. is seeking a talented, community-focused Feature Writer to join our editorial team. This position is ideal for a creative storyteller who enjoys connecting with people, covering local events, conducting interviews, and producing engaging content that informs and inspires readers.

As a Feature Writer, you will identify and develop stories of interest throughout our communities, conduct interviews, gather photographs, and create compelling content for our community newspapers, specialty publications, websites, and social media platforms.

Employment Type: Part-Time (up to 20 hours per week)

Work Arrangement: Primarily Remote - Must be available to report in person for applicable interviews and assignments

Schedule: Flexible; hours vary based on interview assignments and publication needs

Location: Candidates must be available to attend in-person interviews, events, and assignments as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Community Newspapers

• Identify and pursue local stories with broad community interest.
• Conduct interviews and gather information from sources.
• Take or obtain photographs to accompany stories.
• Write engaging feature articles for community newspapers and special supplements.
• Enter and manage articles within the editorial database.
• Make revisions and corrections as requested during the editing process.
• Assist with page layout planning, ensuring strong stories and visuals receive appropriate placement.
• Adapt content for digital platforms, including websites and social media.

Special Publications

• Create content for specialty publications such as Lancaster Family, Gift Local, and other company publications.
• Repurpose and adapt content for web and social media channels as needed.

Public & Community Engagement

• Respond to inquiries from readers, clients, and community members via phone and email.
• Coordinate interviews and obtain information from sources in a timely manner.
• Represent the company at community events, interviews, and public functions.
• Work closely with the Publisher, editors, layout staff, and other departments to enhance content quality and solve challenges.
• Contribute ideas that improve editorial content, design, and workflow processes.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Exceptional writing, editing, and grammar skills.
• Ability to tell compelling stories and engage readers.
• Strong interviewing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of AP Style.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard editorial software.
• Comfortable using digital tools, social media platforms, and content management systems.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of writing, editing, copy editing, or related experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Why Join Us?

At Engle Printing & Publishing, you\'ll have the opportunity to tell meaningful local stories that matter to our communities. If you\'re passionate about journalism, enjoy meeting people, and thrive in a flexible work environment, we\'d like to hear from you!