albustan seedsDenver, CO
Journalism Fellowship at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
$900 per month
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Journalism Fellowship at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
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$900 per month
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Apply for this role →Journalism Fellowship at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Al-Bustan is seeking talented and motivated writer and/or multimedia storyteller for a six-month fellowship with Al-Bustan's new online journal. The fellow will produce engaging original stories in a variety of media for and about Arab American and Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) communities in Philadelphia and surrounding areas. This is a part-time, freelance role. Al-Bustan's community-focused, arts-forward community media platform highlights the diversity, achievements, and rich cultural heritage of the Arabic-speaking and broader SWANA diaspora in the Philadelphia region, featuring interviews, essays, photography, short-form video, data visualizations, reviews, event coverage, and profiles.
Location:
Remote within the Philadelphia area, with periodic in-person meetings at the Al-Bustan gallery at 310 W. Master St.
Responsibilities:
- Submit 2–3 timely, engaging and polished stories per month, on deadline; stories may be in writing (~500 words), short-form video, audio, and/or other media as assigned or approved by the editor
- Conduct in-person reporting whenever possible; meet with editor weekly via Zoom, in addition to occasional meetings at Al-Bustan gallery as needed
- Monitor local news and events to pitch stories to editor on a weekly basis
- Adhere to Al-Bustan's editorial and ethical standards
- Duration and Compensation:
- The fellowship spans six months from the start date
- Fellows are paid $300 per story, for maximum compensation of $900 per month and maximum compensation of $5,400 for the duration of the fellowship
Required Qualifications:
- A portfolio of at least two published and bylined work samples, at least one of which should be written. Applicants without published writing or demonstrated writing skills will not be considered.
- Deep familiarity with and interest in SWANA cultures and communities in the Philadelphia region
- Full-time residency in the Philadelphia area
- A willingness to accept and incorporate revisions to drafts
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work under deadline and submit drafts in a timely manner
- Valid U.S. work authorization
Desired Qualifications:
- Fluency or proficiency in spoken Arabic
- Undergraduate degree in journalism, creative writing, communications, or related field
- Experience conducting interviews
- Understanding of journalistic ethics and standards
- Experience collaborating with an editor
- To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume and portfolio of work samples to News@albustanseeds.org. Applications will be accepted until September 25, 2026. Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. Applications received after the deadline will be kept on file for a future fellowship round.
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Level
Junior
Salary
$900 per month
Location
Denver, CO
Occupation
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
Industry
Periodical Publishers
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