Talent Network
Text that says 'The Washington Post' in old-timey newpaper font.

Cover the world

We want to partner with the best freelance journalists. Apply to the Talent Network and help us cover stories around the world.

Photo by Jonathan Newton/The Washington Post

What are you best at?

Breaking News
When news happens, we need quality, professional journalists on the story -- immediately. You can be part of a network that reaches the nation and the world.
Enterprise
Pitch your ideas. Do you know of a good story for readers everywhere? Propose a story that's distinctive and that you can tell better than anyone.
Multimedia
Are you constantly capturing events in real-time with your digital device? Are you able to see how a story can unfold on multiple platforms?
Text that says 'The Washington Post' in old-timey newpaper font.

Apply to the Talent Network

Register and complete a profile with contact information and samples of published work. An editor will notify you if you are accepted into the network.

Create a Profile