About the role#
IndyStar is hiring a photojournalism fellow for a 19-week program. You will join our visuals staff to gain hands-on experience in a newsroom environment. This is a paid, full-time position that requires 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Cover news, sports, and feature assignments.
- Produce both still photography and video content, including social video.
- Develop long-term projects, photo pages, and documentary videos.
- Brainstorm and generate your own story ideas.
- Work night and weekend shifts as needed.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a journalism or related degree program as of Nov. 1, 2026, or recent graduate status.
- Previous experience in a newspaper journalism internship or work at a college newspaper.
- A clear commitment to a career in news journalism.
- Reliable transportation.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through May).
- Compensation: $720 per week.
- Equipment: The company provides a laptop and camera gear. Mileage is covered.
About GateHouse Media
GateHouse Media operates as a publisher of local print and online media across the United States. Founded in 2005, the company maintains a presence in 615 local markets across 39 states. It produces 156 daily newspapers alongside numerous community publications. Beyond publishing, the business provides marketing and creative services to over 220,000 small and medium-sized businesses.
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