Jobs

We are looking to fill the following freelance job opportunities:

In The Field Correspondent

  • Reporter – ACTIVE
    • Description: One weekend a month you would visit A State Military Facility, work with The State Defense Force Public Affairs Office to cover a training event. The responsibilities of the position include documenting the training that is occurring, recording such training with camera equipment (Camera equipment will be provided by StateDefenseForce.com), hold interviews with soldiers & officers during the training event and coordinate with The State Defense Force PAO Staff & StateDefenseForce.com staff.
    • Requirements:
      • MUST be located in the following States/Commonwealths:
        • New York
        • Georgia
        • Texas
        • California
        • Puerto Rico
      • Must have no Felony or Criminal history
    • Expenses: Gas Covered by StateDefenseForce.com
    • Equipment: Camera provided by StateDefenseForce.com
    • Compensation: Email For Offer
    • Time Required: 1 – 2 Days a month, 4-8 hours each day
    • How To Apply:
      • Email us Here with the following information:
        • Your full name
        • Place of Residence

Podcast

  • Scuttlebutt – Co-Host (1 Positions Available) – ACTIVE
    • Description: A monthly podcast which involve 4 hosts discussing the latest news, missions and events of The State Defense Forces.
    • Compensation: Email for Offer
    • Benefits: 20% off discount on State Defense Force Online Store
    • Position Requirements:
      • Senior Enlisted (E-7 and above)
      • Comfortable with speaking in LIVE On Air recordings
      • Available on Saturday & Sunday afternoons and evenings
      • Have high speed internet access
      • Able to respond to emails / messages within 24-48 hours
      • Have opinions on improving training and developing missions for State Defense Forces
    • How To Apply:
      • Email us Here with the following information:
        • Your full name
        • Place of Residence
        • Branch of Military you served in, how many years you served, and job titles you held
        • Send us your internet bandwidth (Visit https://Speedtest.net for speed check, take screenshot of page)
        • List any specialized operations / missions you took part in

Articles

  • The New York Guard During 9/11
    • Description: Article discussing the activation and response of the New York Guard following the attack on the World Trade Center.
    • Article Length: 1500 words min
    • Compensation: Email for Offer
  • The New York Guard During Hurricane Sandy
    • Description: Article discussing the activation and response of the New York Guard during the devastating Hurricane and flooding after Hurricane Sandy.
    • Article Length: 1500 words min
    • Compensation: Email for Offer
  • The Maryland Defense Force Deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina
    • Description: Article discussing the mission of members of the Maryland Defense Force deploying with the Maryland Air National Guard to Bosnia-Herzegovina for a Humanitarian mission.
    • Article Length: 1500 words min
    • Compensation: Email for Offer
  • The Activation and Response to Covid-19
    • Description: Article covering all State Defense Forces / State Guards activation and response missions during the start and to the end of 2020.
    • Article Length: 1500 words min
    • Compensation: Email for Offer
  • Suggest a Topic
    • Description: Have an idea for a State Defense Force article. As long as it involves State Defense Forces we’re interested. Please submit a paragraph proposing your subject.
    • Article Length: 1500 words min
    • Compensation: Email for Offer

We also welcome article recommendations – Email us a request

Strikethough Articles indicate article has been published or is in development.

In The Field Journalist

We are hiring for our In The Field program. The position involves covering special training events and missions at The States Military Facilities and locations throughout The State. The position requires individuals having availability on most weekends and the ability to commit to an entire day reporting from the field. The position would involve coordinating with The National Guard & State Defense Force Public Affairs Office. Individuals must possess a modern smartphone, preferably an iPhone 11 or later. The phone must also have at least 150 GB of Free Storage. Any additional equipment will be provided by StateDefenseForce.com.

Daily Pay will be $100. StateDefenseForce.com will also cover mileage (gas) expenses and provide pay for a meal cost.

Expectations of Applicants:

  • Must Reside in the Following States / Commonwealth:
    • California
    • Georgia
    • New York
    • Puerto Rico
    • Texas
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Possess a Email Address
  • Familiar with Email Applications such as iOS Mail
  • Respond to Emails within a reasonable period of time
  • Understand the difference between 1080p, 4K, and 120 fps, or be willing to learn from us on the differences
  • Be innovative when it comes to recording and what to report on
  • Be able to prioritize what is important and not important to report on
  • Be adaptive to the changing environment
  • Possess a functioning vehicle that can travel up to 100-200 miles
  • Modern Smartphone
    • iPhone 11, 11 Pro or Pro Max
    • iPhone 12, 12 Pro or Pro Max
    • iPhone 13, 13 Pro or Pro Max
    • iPhone 14, 14 Pro or Pro Max
  • Smartphone must have at least 150 GB of available storage

Position provides:

  • $100 Pay Per Day
  • Covers expenses:
    • Mileage (Gas) expense (Up to $30)
    • 1 Meal (Up to $20)
  • Expectations:
    • At least One Job every 1-3 months, more are possible depending on the missions of that State Defense Force

If Interested please email us with the following information:

  • State you reside in
  • Phone you possess
  • How much free storage your phone contains
  • Resume

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