Jerry Useem

Professional freelance writer with over a decade of narrative-driven sports experience

Political topics and business news focused on Chicago area

Newspaper reporting, correspondence, columns, magazine features, journalism teaching, media consulting

Longtime newspaper editor and media professional with 20 years of experience in newspapers, currently seeking new opportunities.

Producer, writer, and reporter with experience across diverse news organizations

Statehouse reporting and political news coverage

Veteran editor and reporter at the highest levels of American journalism, author, award-winning novelist, energized by the fight against bigotry.

Sports columns and reporting with focus on Iowa-related topics

Biographer and journalist focused on American history and power dynamics

Reporter, editor, and digital producer with experience in diverse newspapers

Senior content leader with extensive journalism and content marketing expertise

Freelance writer and editor with journalism education and Arlington location

A journalist dedicated to work that advances civic education and fosters learning and collaboration, while nurturing the human spirit.

Senior publishing editor with experience at major news outlets

Sports reporting, preps beat, contributions to multiple sports outlets

Business, politics, and related news coverage and editorial content

Full-time book writer with experience at The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg

Journalist and writer based in New York City metropolitan area

Deadline reporting, compelling features, investigative reporting and writing

Reporter at Chicago Public Radio covering news and stories relevant to the Greater Chicago Area.

Events and athletics at local area schools

Statewide impact reports, political interviews, legislative analysis in Illinois

Reporting on diverse topics for major magazines and digital outlets

Journalism educator with focus on journalism education and related topics

Contributes to Illinois News Network and local news outlets in Chicago area

Media coverage in Chicago from 1980 to 2022

Experienced in producing compelling news reports for broadcast and web, collaborating with reporters and supporting news production teams.

Publishing experience at trade magazines and community newspapers in Chicago area

Broadcast reporting experience; software engineering background

Award-winning Chicago-based arts journalist and freelance writer for diverse publications