Not specified; competitive compensation + benefits...
Not specified
In-depth political story reporting
State capitol and legislative session coverage
On-camera presence and live interviewing
Louisiana First News is seeking a motivated Political Reporter to cover state politics from Baton Rouge, focusing on government, elections, and public policy. The ideal candidate should possess strong journalistic skills, a solid understanding of Louisiana's political landscape, and the ability to produce engaging content across various media platforms
Job Summary
This role involves leading coverage of state government, elections, and public policy from the Louisiana State Capitol.
The successful candidate will co-produce and anchor a weekly program titled 'This Week in Louisiana Politics'.
Candidates must demonstrate confident on-camera presence and the ability to break news across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Louisiana First News is seeking a motivated Political Reporter to cover state politics from Baton Rouge, focusing on government, elections, and public policy. The ideal candidate should possess strong journalistic skills, a solid understanding of Louisiana's political landscape, and the ability to produce engaging content across various media platforms.
Salary
Not specified; Competitive compensation and benefits offered
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
In-depth political story reporting
State Capitol and legislative session coverage
On-camera presence and live interviewing
Breaking news and accountability journalism
Multi-platform digital content creation
Nice-to-have
Strong source network in Louisiana politics
Ability to translate complex policy issues
Collaborative newsroom environment experience
Willingness to travel statewide for events
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Political Science, or related field
Proven experience reporting on politics or government
Valid driver's license required for statewide travel
Solid understanding of Louisiana political culture