High Point Discovered is seeking an experienced freelance feature writer with strong journalistic instincts, editorial discipline, and a passion for meaningful community storytelling.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, HPD exists to connect the people of High Point, North Carolina through authentic, high-quality storytelling that captures the voices, vision, and momentum of our city. We are looking for ready-to-go writers who can quickly adapt to the HPD voice and produce polished, compelling editorial content for our annual print magazine and digital platforms.

This is not an entry-level content writing role. We are seeking experienced writers who can independently execute interviews and produce publication-ready magazine storytelling with minimal editorial oversight. This role is ideally suited for someone located in the Greater High Point, N.C., as in-person interviews and meetings will be required.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

3-5+ years experience in journalism, editorial writing, magazine writing, or feature storytelling
Exceptional writing, grammar, and communication skills
Strong research and interview capabilities
Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines
Organized, responsive, and detail-oriented
Passion for community-centered storytelling
Located within the Greater High Point, N.C.

General Responsibilities

We need talented writers who can:

Write in a strong journalistic and feature-writing style
Quickly understand and replicate HPD’s editorial voice and tone
Produce long-form feature stories (up to 2,400 words) and/or concise Meet & Greet profiles (approximately 300 words)
Conduct interviews and background research efficiently (HPD will assist with scheduling)
Deliver clean, accurate, publication-ready drafts on deadline
Balance storytelling creativity with professionalism, accuracy, and structure

Job Responsibilities

Assignments may include:

Feature Articles: In-depth magazine stories (up to 2,400 words)
Meet & Greet Profiles: Short-form spotlight pieces (approximately 300 words)
Interviewing community leaders, business owners, residents, or featured subjects
Independent research and fact-checking
Revising drafts based on editorial feedback
Submitting final copy for print and digital publication

Why Join HPD’s Creative Collective?

High Point Discovered’s Creative Collective brings together experienced storytellers, journalists, photographers, and creatives who are passionate about producing high-quality editorial work that shapes how High Point is seen, understood, and remembered.

As a contract writer, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Contribute to a respected print and digital publication with meaningful community impact
Build portfolio-worthy feature stories centered on civic leadership, culture, and local transformation
Work with an editorial team that values professionalism, strong storytelling, and journalistic integrity
Maintain flexible project-based scheduling while taking ownership of compelling assignments
Help document the people, ideas, and momentum shaping one of North Carolina’s most dynamic communities

Application Process:

To ensure writers are the right fit for HPD’s editorial voice, selected applicants may be asked to complete a writing assessment as part of the application process. This includes:

Listening to a pre-recorded sample interview
Drafting an approximately 800-word article based on that interview
Demonstrating the ability to capture HPD’s storytelling style, tone, structure, and journalistic quality

This assessment helps us identify writers who can effectively translate interviews into compelling HPD-style editorial content.

To Apply:

Please submit:

Resume
Writing portfolio and/or published work samples. Portfolio must include at least 2 of the following:
Feature stories
Profiles
Community journalism
Long-form editorial
Website or relevant links (if available)

Send submissions to: Hannah Conneran, Creative Director

hannah@highpointdiscovered.org

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