The Hill is seeking a breaking news reporter to join its Washington, DC team, focusing on timely and accurate coverage of national news and politics. The ideal candidate should have a background in journalism, excel under tight deadlines, and engage with audiences through various media platforms
Job Summary
The Hill is looking for a journalist who prizes urgency and accuracy to join their team as a breaking news reporter.
Reporters cover DC newsmakers, policy decisions and key national news items through quick updates.
The position is based at their Washington, DC offices and may include night and weekend hours.
Matching Summary
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The Hill is seeking a breaking news reporter to join its Washington, DC team, focusing on timely and accurate coverage of national news and politics. The ideal candidate should have a background in journalism, excel under tight deadlines, and engage with audiences through various media platforms.
Salary
$25.48-$27.88 per hour
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Write clean, concise copy on tight deadline
Recognize news quickly
Strong interest in politics and national affairs
Utilize social media to share stories
Cultivate sources and contacts
Nice-to-have
Ability to recognize news quickly
Proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
Thrive in a collaborative work environment
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
Previous reporting experience in metro or national media preferred