Military Veterans in Journalism

Support MVJ this Veterans Day with a donation! ➡️ t.ly/cGBmz We remain dedicated to supporting veterans in the search for opportunities to continue their service to the American public via journalism. This Veterans Day, we ask you to consider supporting Military Veterans in Journalism with a one-time or monthly donation. All donations go directly to support our work - whether that's adding another fellowship opportunity, creating grant opportunities to get the community paid for great work, or offering workshops and events throughout the year. In a time when the journalism industry is in a tumult, the voices of military veterans are needed more than ever to rebuild trust. Join us today to help make a difference!

Want to go beyond “good intentions” and build disability coverage skills you can actually use on deadline? The Fix the Frame Workshop Series is a practical training series for journalists and editors focused on applying the guide in real newsroom workflows — from framing and sourcing to headlines, visuals, social copy, and accessibility. Each session is designed to help participants strengthen disability coverage with tools they can use in their next story, not just in a training room. 📅 Workshop 1 (Foundations): April 16 📅 Workshop 2 (Sourcing & Authority): May 21 📅 Workshop 3 (Story Structure + Intersectionality): June 18 📅 Workshop 4 (Language + Consent + Disclosure): July 16 📅 Workshop 5 (Packaging + Accessibility + MV Ethics): August 20 🕐 All sessions: 1:00–2:00 PM ET Ideal for reporters, editors, producers, and newsroom leaders who want stronger, more accurate disability coverage under deadline pressure. Visit mvj.network/disability to sign up for the workshop series.

Join us on March 26th at 6:30PM ET for MVJ’s Virtual Cocktail Hour on Zoom! These meetings are the perfect opportunity for MVJ mentees and any members interested in joining the program to connect, chat, and learn from one of MVJ’s mentors. ⤵️ t.ly/DsQN6

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Reece Dower and Medill Illinois News Bureau report that Illinois officials say the state is mostly insulated from Trump’s election threats for Capitol News Illinois. Read more details here ⤵️ t.ly/Dzt9-

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Leo Shane III reports on the Pentagon says lethal boat strikes are ‘just the beginning’ in South, Central America for Politico. Read details here ⤵️ t.ly/Vq6Gb

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Fernanda Figueroa reports on Unspecified allegations against labor rights icon Cesar Chavez lead to cancellation of celebrations for The Independent. Read more here ⤵️ t.ly/fYeR4

Disability stories show up across beats — health, housing, education, policy, courts, veterans, local government, and more. But under deadline, coverage can drift into familiar framing, institutional over-reliance, or headlines/social copy that unintentionally distort the story. Join Military Veterans in Journalism (MVJ) and the Disabled Journalists Association (DJA) for the launch of Fix the Frame, a practical newsroom guide built to help journalists and editors produce stronger disability coverage under real-world conditions. Built with disabled journalists and grounded in lived experience, the guide goes beyond terminology and offers practical tools for framing, sourcing, accountability, packaging, and accessibility. At the launch, you’ll get: -Key insights from contributors and council members -A preview of the guide’s structure and tools Practical context on why this work matters for newsroom workflows -Space for discussion and audience Q&A 📌 If you report, edit, produce, or package stories, this is for you. Visit mvj.network/disability to register for the Fix the Frame Guide Launch Event.

MVJCareers.org Newswriter-Newscast-Producer,-KABC-TV: Glendale, ABC7 LOS ANGELES ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California's news leader.  We are looking for a bold… dlvr.it/TRTMk4 #MVJCareerCenter

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MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Mark Sherman, Lindsay Whitehurt, Konstantin Toropin, and Molly Quell report that the US attack on an Iranian warship did not violate international law, experts say for AP News. Read more here ⤵️ tinyurl.com/4ysxu9a2

MVJCareers.org Executive-Producer-Mornings,-KABCTV: Glendale, ABC7 LOS ANGELES ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking an Executive Producer to oversee Eyewitness News Mornings. This Monday-Friday overnight/early morning position… dlvr.it/TRRtn9 #MVJCareerCenter

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Wil Herren reports on Comedy and violence bring former 90s shock jock Anthony Cumia and Howard Stern sidekick 'Stuttering John' Melendez together at NY City club for News 15 Fox 15! Read more details here ⤵️ tinyurl.com/4frkh2uh

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Eve Sampson reports on the Army National Guard soldiers earn Norwegian Ski Badge for Military Times. Read more about it here ⤵️ tinyurl.com/mrx6fs2z

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: Olivia Gazis, Eleanor Watson, MVJ member James LaPorta report on Russia providing intelligence to Iran about U.S. positions, sources say for CBS News. Read more details here ⤵️ t.ly/AMBt5

VET SPOTLIGHT: Greg Miller and MVJ Previous Top Ten Vet Winner Alex Horton report unprepared for Iranian drones, U.S. and partners seeking Ukraine’s help for the Washington Post. Read more here ⤵️ t.ly/Mlpq4

VET SPOTLIGHT: NY Times photojournalist and veteran Kenny Holston was the only news photographer on the House floor during President Trump’s State of the Union speech. Here’s how he captured his images. Watch this cool video here ⤵️ t.ly/5CmFx

MVJ SPOTLIGHT: MVJ member Kelsey Baker reports on the survival training that kicks in after an American pilot is shot down for Business Insider. Read more here now ⤵️ t.ly/y8zyq

Transitioning from military service into freelance journalism can be challenging, but veterans bring valuable skills to the field. Check out MVJ's Freelance Journalism Guide for a layout of five actionable steps to launch a freelance journalism career! ⤵️ t.ly/m8p9R

Disability stories show up across beats — health, housing, education, policy, courts, veterans, local government, and more. But under deadline, coverage can drift into familiar framing, institutional over-reliance, or headlines/social copy that unintentionally distort the story. Join Military Veterans in Journalism (MVJ) and the Disabled Journalists Association (DJA) for the launch of Fix the Frame, a practical newsroom guide built to help journalists and editors produce stronger disability coverage under real-world conditions. Built with disabled journalists and grounded in lived experience, the guide goes beyond terminology and offers practical tools for framing, sourcing, accountability, packaging, and accessibility. At the launch, you’ll get: -Key insights from contributors and council members -A preview of the guide’s structure and tools -Practical context on why this work matters for newsroom workflows -Space for discussion and audience Q&A 📌 If you report, edit, produce, or package stories, this is for you. Visit mvj.network/disability to register for the Fix the Frame Guide Launch Event.

OPPORTUNITY: Registration is now open for the IIJ’s 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6! For only $89, take advantage of sessions on AI, fellowships, newsletters, and more! Plus, participate in the first-ever Pitch Fest! Register now: theiij.com/sessions-26 IIJ is hosting their 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6, offering opportunities to connect with editors, explore fellowships, and discover new revenue streams!

MVJCareers.org Bangor-Correspondent: Bangor, Maine Public Broadcasting Looking to join a team dedicated to delivering independent and trusted journalism? Maine Public is seeking a full-time reporter in Bangor, Maine!  … dlvr.it/TRC7lD #MVJCareerCenter