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Village Media Inc.

Editor

Altoona, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Altoona, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Champaign, IL · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Springfield, IL · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Bloomington, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Decatur, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Indiana, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Somerset, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Huntingdon, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Somerset, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Indiana, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Huntingdon, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Peoria, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Johnstown, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Johnstown, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

... culture of Western / Central Pennsylvania communities. Compensation and Logistics * Work ... models (LLMs) are used in our resume and cover-letter selection process. We honor your uniqueness ...

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How much do freelance western modeling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance western modeling in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get into freelance modeling?

To start as a freelance Western model, build a professional portfolio showcasing your look, and use social media or online platforms to promote your work. Networking with photographers, agencies, and clients can help you find opportunities, and maintaining a good understanding of industry standards and contracts is essential for success.

How much do freelance models get paid?

Freelance Western models typically earn between $50 and $300 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the type of assignment. Rates can vary widely, with some high-profile or specialized work paying more, and models often negotiate their fees based on the project scope and client requirements.

Is 25 too old to start modeling?

Freelance Western modeling, like many modeling careers, often favors youth, but starting at 25 is not too old. Many models begin in their mid-20s or later, especially if they have unique features, strong portfolio, and professional skills. Success depends on individual appearance, adaptability, and networking rather than age alone.

What is the difference between Freelance Western Modeling vs Freelance Fashion Modeling?

AspectFreelance Western ModelingFreelance Fashion Modeling
CredentialsPortfolio, experience in Western wearPortfolio, runway, editorial experience
Work EnvironmentWestern-themed shoots, outdoor locationsRunways, photo shoots, fashion events
Industry UsageWestern apparel brands, rodeo eventsFashion brands, magazines, runway shows
Search & ComparisonOften compared for modeling styles and marketsCommonly contrasted with Western modeling in fashion contexts

Freelance Western Modeling focuses on Western wear and outdoor settings, while Freelance Fashion Modeling emphasizes runway and editorial work in urban fashion. Both require a strong portfolio, but they serve different markets and environments, making them distinct career paths within the modeling industry.

How much do Zara models get paid?

Zara models' pay varies depending on the market, experience, and the scope of the campaign, but generally, freelance models can earn anywhere from $200 to $1,000 per day for fashion campaigns. Payment rates for modeling jobs are often negotiated individually and may include additional compensation for photoshoots, fittings, and usage rights.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Western Modeling job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Executive Editor - NEWSWELL Chicago

NEWSWELL

Oak Park, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Executive Editor - NEWSWELL Chicago
NEWSWELL Chicago publishes four deeply rooted local news organizations serving Chicago's West Side and near western suburbs: Austin Weekly News, Forest Park Review, Riverside-Brookfield Landmark and Wednesday Journal of Oak Park and River Forest.
In early 2026, NEWSWELL Chicago acquired these storied community newspapers. That transition brought new stability, expanded resources and renewed momentum to a trusted local news operation.
NEWSWELL Chicago seeks an ambitious, community-minded Executive Editor to lead one of the Chicago region's strongest portfolios of local news organizations and help build what comes next.
This leader will oversee editorial strategy and day-to-day newsroom operations across NEWSWELL Chicago's portfolio of trusted local publications, strengthening each title while building a more connected, impactful newsroom. The Executive Editor will be responsible for producing exceptional journalism, growing audience, deepening community engagement and helping shape the next chapter of local news in the communities we serve.
This is a hands-on leadership role for an editor with strong news judgment, excellent editing skills and a genuine belief in the power of community journalism. The Executive Editor will collaborate across teams, coach reporters, guide coverage priorities, edit news copy and serve as a visible ambassador in the communities we cover.
The Executive Editor will also play a meaningful role in audience development, newsletters, digital publishing, fundraising support and expansion initiatives as NEWSWELL Chicago continues to grow.
This is a hybrid position based in Oak Park, IL, combining remote and in-person work. The pay rate for this role is $90-$120k annually.
What you'll do
  • Lead day-to-day editorial operations across NEWSWELL Chicago's newsroom, setting priorities, managing workflows and maintaining a strong culture of accountability and excellence
  • Direct editorial strategy across print, digital, newsletters and emerging platforms
  • Assign, shape and edit stories with an emphasis on quality reporting, strong storytelling, fairness and accuracy
  • Edit a significant volume of copy while maintaining high editorial standards and efficient production rhythms
  • Recruit, manage, coach and develop newsroom talent, including reporters, editors, audience staff, fellows, interns and freelance contributors
  • Oversee and collaborate closely with senior editorial and audience leaders, including the senior adviser/associate editor and senior audience manager
  • Use analytics, listening and newsroom instinct to guide coverage decisions and better serve community information needs
  • Represent NEWSWELL Chicago publicly at events and community gatherings and through partnerships and media appearances
  • Collaborate with leadership on fundraising efforts, donor engagement, editorial impact reporting
  • Help identify and develop opportunities to expand NEWSWELL Chicago's reach, impact and editorial footprint
  • Champion community journalism, strong newsroom values and an ambitious and collaborative culture
  • Foster an inclusive, respectful and collaborative newsroom culture that values diversity, encourages belonging, empowers staff and celebrates both individual and team successes.
  • Uphold and model NEWSWELL's values of fairness, inclusion, transparency and trust, and promote civil, solutions-minded public discourse through editorial decisions and leadership.

Relevant qualifications
  • An experienced editor and newsroom leader with excellent news judgment
  • A strong line editor who makes stories sharper, clearer and more impactful
  • A thoughtful people manager who knows how to coach, challenge and support talent
  • Audience-minded, digitally fluent and comfortable leading across platforms
  • Comfortable balancing daily journalism demands with longer-range editorial strategy
  • A visible and credible public representative for a newsroom

Required education and experience
  • 10+ years of journalism experience, including meaningful newsroom leadership experience
  • Strong editing background with demonstrated excellence in story development and copy editing
  • Experience managing reporters, editors, freelancers or cross-functional teams
  • Strong understanding of digital publishing, newsletters, audience engagement and modern newsroom tools
  • Demonstrated commitment to fairness, accuracy, ethics and inclusion in journalism

Preferred education and experience
  • Experience working in a newsroom or print publication environment.
  • Knowledge of Chicago and its surrounding communities preferred, but not required
  • Familiarity with Chicago neighborhoods and community-focused journalism.

Preferred skills and abilities
  • Spanish fluency is a plus.

Submission Requirements
Please put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
  • Your resume (one to two pages).
  • A cover letter that highlights your strengths and explains why you make a strong candidate for the position.
  • Three to five samples that demonstrate your editorial leadership. These may include project overviews, edited packages, newsroom initiatives, audience or workflow improvements, or other work that reflects your role, decision-making and impact. For each sample, include a one- to two-sentence description of what you did and how you did it.
  • Please assemble these materials into a single document and upload them in a PDF format.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
  • 22 days of vacation time
  • 11 holidays, including your birthday
  • Parental leave
  • Significant tuition reductions
  • Professional development is highly valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
  • $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

NEWSWELL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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