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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time investigative writer in the United States is $30.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectPart Time Investigative WriterPart Time Journalist
CredentialsWriting experience, research skillsWriting experience, reporting skills
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Industry UsageInvestigative agencies, freelanceMedia, news organizations
Search & Comparison IntentInvestigative work, in-depth storiesNews reporting, current events

Part Time Investigative Writers focus on in-depth research and uncovering hidden information, often working independently or for investigative agencies. Part Time Journalists primarily report on current events and news stories, typically working within media organizations. While both roles require strong writing skills, investigative writers emphasize research and analysis, whereas journalists focus on timely reporting.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Investigative Writer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 41% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 51% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 47% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,401 per year, or $31 per hour.
Content Writer (Part-Time)

Content Writer (Part-Time)

Eckerd College

Saint Petersburg, FL • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Eckerd College, a small, national liberal arts school on Florida's Gulf Coast, seeks a storyteller to discover, shape and share stories that uplift the institution and foster interest and affection in potential students, prospective families and alumni. The ideal content writer will be a self-starter who builds source relationships and has a firm grasp of engaging feature writing. Content may be used for prospective student marketing material, college news website, social media and media pitches. Desirable applicants will have strong organizational skills and exemplary news judgement.
This is a part-time position working 20-25 hours per week. A cover letter, resume and portfolio must be submitted for consideration for this position.
Key Responsibilities
  • Write news stories on new grants/scholarships received by faculty, staff and students during the academic year.
  • Create and submit profiles on faculty members who have won awards from organizations outside the College, embarked on interesting research projects or implemented an innovative teaching technique/project in their classrooms. Include a connection to student research or support, when possible.
  • Investigate and report on news stories about innovations produced by Academic Affairs service functions including the Eckerd College Library, the Physics Lab, the greenhouse, etc.
  • Coordinate art for all content produced with the Marketing and Communications visual team.
  • Source and produce student profiles of interest to prospective students.
  • Craft social media posts as needed.
  • Assist with the development of content for Admission recruitment materials.
  • Scout alumni for potential profiles to encourage prospective students to apply.
  • Maintain a content list of facts and imagery for recruitment slideshows displayed on screens across campus.

Qualifications
  • Minimum two years professional experience writing published news stories, features, press releases or marketing materials required. Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English, Creative Writing or Literature preferred.

How to Apply
All interested candidates must apply online at Eckerd College (exacthire.com). Follow the instructions to complete the online application. A cover letter, resume and portfolio must be submitted for consideration for this position.
Employment will require a successful background check.
Eckerd is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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