White House Reporter

The Washington Post

Washington, DC, United States
$137,300.00 — $228,900.00; not specified; not spec...
Break exclusive news
Cover president and administration
Cultivate high-level sources
This reporter will join a team at the center of our news mission, covering the president and his administration with urgency, authority and originality

Job Summary

  • This reporter will join a team at the center of our news mission, covering the president and his administration with urgency, authority and originality.
  • The beat demands a steady cadence of scoops, sharp analysis and ambitious enterprise — chronicling not only what the president says and does, but how power is exercised inside the White House and what it means for the country and the world.
  • The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey, including competitive medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid pension and 401(k) match, and 20 weeks paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

This reporter will join a team at the center of our news mission, covering the president and his administration with urgency, authority and originality.

Salary

$137,300.00 — $228,900.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Break exclusive news
  • Cover president and administration
  • Cultivate high-level sources
  • Fast, clean writer
  • Sophisticated understanding of politics and policy
  • Agenda-setting journalism

Nice-to-have

  • Deeply curious about decision-making
  • Competitive yet collaborative
  • Rigorous and authoritative journalism
  • Collaborative spirit

Key Requirements

  • Proven track record of delivering exclusive news
  • Demonstrated ability to report and write breaking news
  • Deep understanding of politics and federal government
  • Strong source-building skills
  • Commitment to accuracy and fairness

Work Rights

Not specified

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