Freelance correspondent
Remote
Uitgeverij Noordhoek is a media company specialising in B2B publications about the circular economy. It has a professional and independent editorial team with many years' experience of following developments in waste, recycling, and the circular economy. In the coming period, we intend to expand our reporting to an international level. To this end, we would like to get in touch with freelance journalists who can cover one or more European countries as correspondents.
What will you be writing about?
Initially, we will focus on current affairs relating to the circular economy in the broadest sense, with an emphasis on:
- Waste, recycling and raw materials markets
- Policy and regulations (EU and national), permits and enforcement
- Business developments (investments, chains, innovations, M&A)
- Technology & infrastructure (sorting, recycling, pyrolysis, WtE, textiles, plastics, etc.)
Geographical focus
- Initially, we mainly look at: Germany, Belgium, France, United Kingdom.
- In due course, we will also focus on: Scandinavia, Poland, Italy, Spain and Portugal.
What will you be doing?
- You will identify relevant news and trends in your country/region (beyond press releases). You will also receive support from our newsroom.
- Writing news articles. In time, this may also include commentary, interviews and background articles.
- Building and maintaining sources: government/inspections, industry organisations, companies, knowledge institutions, NGOs, etc.
- Collaborating with the editors-in-chief (internal coordination in English or Dutch).
Who are we looking to connect with?
- You are fluent in the language of the country you cover (either native or near-native) and can communicate well in English or Dutch with the editorial team.
- You are familiar with reliable sources such as government documents, trade media, registers, industry channels and public data.
- You can work quickly and accurately, with an understanding of newsworthiness and context.
- You deliver clear, factual copy that is source-accurate, and you work well remotely.
A journalist who reports for us on a country other than the United Kingdom. The frequency of reporting can vary greatly.
Yes, we actually think more in terms of language areas. So if you have a good command of a particular language, you can write about those language areas or topics in that language.
Mainly for news items about the circular economy, waste and recycling.
We write for professionals. That is, for people who work for governments, companies and organisations involved in the transition to a circular economy.
Sorry, no. We are still in the start-up phase of our internationalisation. Because we think that finding suitable correspondents will take some time, we have already started recruiting. We expect to be ready to start our activities in a few months.
No, you don't. As long as you are proficient in the language, know how to find the information and have an affinity with the country, you can be based anywhere and still contribute.
How you will work
- You will make occasional or regular contributions.
- You will work remotely, but online in teams.
- You will work online in a modern newsroom.
- You will work together with a professional editorial team.
What you bring
- Demonstrable experience in journalism for B2B professionals.
- Preferably experience with the subject of the circular economy, waste or recycling.
- Experience in translating complex dossiers into clear articles for professionals.
We’d like to know
- Which countries you can cover + your languages
- 2–4 relevant examples/portfolio (links or PDF)
- Your availability (how much time you think you will have)
- An indication of your rate
- Motivation for why you want to contribute to our product
- Your CV: work experience, education, skills and personal details
Procedure
If you are interested, please register to be included in our freelance pool. After receiving your application, we will first discuss it and you can expect feedback from us. This may take some time, depending on holidays, but you can definitely expect a response within two to three weeks.