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1. kscottmc

   February 25th, 2010 at 5:33 pm

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   I doubt you could get a designated column without a formal employment agreement except maybe at the smallest of small-town newspapers. As for getting a section again after stopping, it’s up to the editor.

2. Richard C

   February 25th, 2010 at 11:08 pm

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   This typically happens in smaller papers, where the columnist has a niche expertise that the executive editor feels that readers will be interested in (music, food, etc.).
   If an individual would stop writing…well, you would be replaced. This economy has put plenty of talented newspaper reporters/columnists on the street, so walking away – and believing a newspaper will wait for you – is not an option.
   But with the (drastic) cutbacks at even the smallest of papers, this form of media is in the survival mode as it transitions to more use of the Internet and other delivery vehicles. If you can locate a position, consider yourself very fortunate.

3. Deleted_

   February 26th, 2010 at 12:03 am

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   I think it really depends on the newspaper, but it is possible.
   If you are a freelance writer looking for work, there is an online news media site that will pay you based on the number of views your article gets. It’s Associated Content. They pay you through your paypals account. Check it out if you are interested.http://www.associatedcontent.com/

4. Bat-Man3

   February 26th, 2010 at 5:19 am

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   I am a writer myself but I write books and film, I am a serious writer by the way.It all depends man.Depends on your credentials,references,education, but most of all your work experience.All newspaper companies are different. I know that many online sites hire freelance writers.
   Try this site, I hope this helps.Goodluck. http://www.sunoasis.com/freelance.html

5. kerangou

   February 26th, 2010 at 10:08 am

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   less likely all the time, largely due to guild rules, shrinking revenues (and space) and competition.