How does The NewStandard choose its journalists?
As The NewStandard is dedicated to providing consistent, fair and accurate reporting, its journalists are chosen carefully. First, journalists apply by filling out a brief application form found on our website. Then, they are asked to submit samples of previous work or to write a sample specifically for The NewStandard. Once accepted, journalists’ stories continue to be subjected to fact- checking and constant scrutiny by editors. Though not all journalists writing for The NewStandard have extensive experience before they begin working with The NewStandard, editors look for important interviewing and writing skills. As staffing permits, editors accept small numbers of inexperienced or less experiences journalists in order to provide training and expand the field of skilled independent journalists.
