Join the Traverse Source Team
We seek passionate individuals committed to vital local journalism for Traverse City and the surrounding Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, and Kalkaska communities. Join our team in covering the stories that matter most to northern Michigan.
Why Work at Traverse Source?
Working at Traverse Source means contributing directly to the vibrant civic life of northern Michigan. Our team is dedicated to providing independent, in-depth coverage of Traverse City, the Leelanau and Old Mission peninsulas, the Benzie lakeshore, and Kalkaska County. You will play a crucial role in informing residents about city hall decisions, school board actions, housing developments, and the health of our local economy. We cover the people, places, and events that shape daily life here, from the stunning bays and dunes to vital public services. Join us in strengthening the bonds of community through indispensable local reporting.
We are a small local newsroom. Tell us what you would bring, and we will talk through how we can work together.
Open Positions
Traverse Source is building a team that deeply understands and cares about the unique character of Traverse City and the wider Grand Traverse region. We are looking for talented individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission of delivering independent, high-quality local news across our beats, including business, city hall, community, health, housing, outdoors, public safety, and schools. Whether your skills lie in reporting on the waterfront economy, tracking decisions at local government, or covering the daily rhythms of life in northern Michigan, we invite you to explore our current opportunities. We seek collaborators dedicated to serving our readership with accuracy and insight.
We are not advertising specific roles right now. We are always glad to hear from reporters, contributors and people who know this community — use the form below.
Interested in a role not listed here? Contact us at [email protected] with your background and what you'd bring to Traverse Source.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about local journalism and deeply committed to serving the communities of Traverse City, the Grand Traverse region, Leelanau, Benzie, and Kalkaska, we encourage you to connect with us. We are always interested in hearing from talented individuals who share our dedication to insightful coverage of local issues, from schools and public safety to housing and the environment. Even if you do not see a specific role advertised today that perfectly matches your skills and experience, please feel free to send us your resume and a cover letter explaining how you believe you can contribute to Traverse Source. Your interest in strengthening our local news landscape is important. Please direct general inquiries to [email protected]. We look forward to learning more about you.