Base: $75,000 to $85,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
Covering senate votes and floor action
Recognizing and jumping on breaking news
Writing compelling and informative articles
The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking at an exciting and critical moment
Job Summary
The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking at an exciting and critical moment.
The role requires the ability to juggle news of the day with larger enterprise stories on the next big Senate fights, while recognizing the broader themes shaping the chamber's internal politics.
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
Matching Summary
The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking at an exciting and critical moment.
Salary
Base: $75,000 to $85,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with match, Paid Parental leave, life insurance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Covering Senate votes and floor action
Recognizing and jumping on breaking news
Writing compelling and informative articles
Working independently and collaboratively
Producing spot news and enterprise stories
Nice-to-have
Understanding reader interests
Familiarity with Google Trends and SEO
Ability to analyze real-time analytics
Key Requirements
Degree in journalism or related field
Previous reporting experience in metro or national media