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Chicago News Weekly is seeking contributors from Chicago and else where who read our publication and want to contribute their skill that will contribute to our unique brand. CNW makes a difference, and we are looking for contributors who appreciate what we do and want to join out team by bringing your talent, skill set and desire to be apart of an exceptional opportunity.

Our Managing Editor will follow up with you after reviewing your submission to discuss next steps.

Name *PronounsEmail Address *Social Media Handles

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Which community do you live in? *Which Generation are you considered?How would you like to contribute to CNW? *

Please limit to the 1-2 options you're most interested in.

What kind of editorial support would you like to recive from CNW? *

Select as many as apply. We'll keep this in mind as we set up workshops and office hours this year.

Would you like to be invited to open pitch or editorial meetings in the future?

Optional: These will be virtual and/or in-person 1 hour meetings to brainstorm story ideas with editors, roughly once a month. If you don't select, you won't get emails about these meetings.

YesHow were you introduced to CNW Weekly?Gender

We keep track of demographics for grant applications and to periodically assess whether our contributors are reflective of the communities we serve. This question is optional and will not be used to evaluate your submission. Feel free to select all answers that apply or leave it blank.

Race

Anything Else?

Optional: Feel free to share any additional information or questions. Are you mostly interested in writing book reviews? Do you want to freelance but won't be available until the end of the year? That kind of thing.

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