Top 23 Media Jobs in Ridge, MD

Political News Writer
The BayNet —California, MD
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Digital Media Specialist
St. Mary's College of Maryland —Saint Marys City, MD
- $60,000 a year
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Residential
Library Media Specialist
St. Mary's County Public Schools —Park Hall, MD
- $69,239 - $129,437 a year
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
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Photo Editor
Freckled Poppy —Hollywood, MD
- From $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Audio Visual Technician (part-time, contingent)
St. Mary's College of Maryland —Saint Marys City, MD
- $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Assistant Field Hockey Coach/Assistant Athletic Communications Director
St. Mary's College of Maryland —St. Mary's City, MD
- $44,327 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
RF Broadcast Engineering Technologist, Senior
Booz Allen Hamilton —Lexington Park, MD
- $86,900 - $198,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Supervisor of Library/Media and Educational Technologies
St. Mary's County Public Schools —Leonardtown, MD
- $107,614 - $140,411 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Automation Operator
Disney Cruise Line —United States
- 5 years
- Criminal background check
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Digital Media Specialist
St. Mary's College of Maryland —Saint Marys City, MD
Possess a valid driver’s license. Three years’ experience in a media-related field (video and audio production, photography) and experience working, teaching,…
$60,000 a year
Audio Visual Technician (part-time, contingent)
St. Mary's College of Maryland —Saint Marys City, MD
Must possess a valid driver’s license. A minimum of one year of experience in a media-related or IT field. These part-time contingent positions report to the…
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Political News Writer

The BayNet
California, MD

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$17 - $22 an hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

AP style
Teamwork
Journalism
Online articles
Political reporting experience
Attention to detail
Journalistic writing

Full Job Description

The BayNet | Southern Maryland
https://thebaynet.com/
Location: California, MD (Hybrid Role)
Compensation: Starting at $30 per article

Are you passionate about politics and government? Do you thrive on digging into public policy, elections, and the decisions shaping local communities? The BayNet, Southern Maryland’s trusted news source, is seeking a motivated Political News Writer to join our growing newsroom.

This is a contract-based position to start, ideal for a writer eager to cover national and state politics, government meetings, elections, legislation, and public affairs.

About Us

At The BayNet, we believe impactful journalism starts with a strong connection to the community. Every day, our team works to inform, engage, and empower readers across Southern Maryland through timely, accurate, and meaningful reporting.

We’re more than just a newsroom — we’re a collaborative team of storytellers dedicated to covering the issues that matter most to our region.

Message From Our Editor

Hi, I’m Katie Callander, and I’ve been with The BayNet since June 2022. I started as a part-time graphic designer and quickly discovered a passion for journalism and storytelling through this incredible team. Today, as Editor, I’m proud to help lead a newsroom focused on delivering impactful local coverage to our readers.

We’re currently expanding our political coverage and looking for writers who are passionate about government accountability, public policy, elections, and community leadership. Whether your interests include county government, school boards, state politics, investigative reporting, or campaign coverage, we’d love to hear from you.

At The BayNet, we value curiosity, integrity, and strong storytelling. Our newsroom is supportive, fast-paced, and committed to helping writers grow while producing journalism that serves Southern Maryland.

What You’ll Do

– Cover regional political news, government meetings, elections, and public affairs
– Write accurate, engaging, and timely news articles for digital publication
– Conduct interviews with elected officials, candidates, community leaders, and residents
– Research public records, legislation, and policy issues affecting Southern Maryland
– Pitch original story ideas and investigative angles
– Collaborate with editors to develop impactful political coverage
– Meet deadlines in a fast-paced news environment

Compensation & Expectations

– This position is contract-based to start
– Pay is $30 per article
– Articles involving event coverage pay $50 per article
– Writers in this position are expected to submit a minimum of 15 articles per week
– Opportunity to move into a full-time position with hourly pay

What We’re Looking For

– Experience in journalism, political reporting, or news writing preferred
– Strong understanding of local, state, and national political issues
– Familiarity with AP Style and strong attention to detail
– Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
– Strong interviewing and research skills
– Interest in community-focused journalism and public accountability
– Knowledge of Southern Maryland government and local issues is a major plus

Why Join The BayNet?

At The BayNet, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact through meaningful journalism while building your reporting experience in one of Maryland’s most active local newsrooms.

We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where writers are encouraged to pursue important stories, grow their skills, and contribute ideas that matter to the community.

If you’re ready to cover the stories shaping Maryland politics and government, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

What city are you currently located?
Give one reason that you are interested in working with The BayNet. (Feel free to get creative with your response)
Name one recent political or policy issue in Maryland that you believe deserves more media attention. Why?
Describe your journalism or writing experience.

Experience:

Journalism: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in California, MD 20619

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media jobs in Ridge, MD

Political News Writer

Digital Media Specialist

Library Media Specialist

Photo Editor

Audio Visual Technician (part-time, contingent)

Assistant Field Hockey Coach/Assistant Athletic Communications Director

RF Broadcast Engineering Technologist, Senior

Supervisor of Library/Media and Educational Technologies

Automation Operator

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