Freelance Tech Reporter—Artificial Intelligence

Observer is looking for a part-time reporter to cover entrepreneurship and leadership in artificial intelligence. We’re seeking someone who is fascinated by the founders, scientists, investors and experts in this emerging industry and is eager to report and write about them. 

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of the latest developments in A.I. and an expansive network of sources in the industry. They should also have a basic understanding of the broader worlds of computer science, business and economy. At its core, this beat will be about how the power players in A.I. make things happen and how their decisions shape the world we live in. We’re looking for a reporter who can see the big picture but embraces the details and is entrepreneurial in finding and pitching stories.

We’re looking for a reporter with:
- At least two years of experience in business or science journalism. 

- A facility for writing both breaking news and longer enterprise stories
- The ability to attend and cover industry events

- Comfort with data and experience building their own charts

- An eagerness to find and pitch story ideas regularly

- High journalistic standards, attention to detail, and the skeptical heart of a fact-checker 

Our standard rate is $200 to $300 per article for 600-800 words. Higher rates are negotiable for exclusives and features. It is limited to U.S.-based applicants. To apply, please send your resume to jobs@observer.com along with three to five writing samples or a link to a personal website/portfolio.