Reporter, Breaking News

The Hill

Washington, DC, United States
$25.48-$27.88 ph
On-site
Write clean, concise copy on tight deadline
Recognize news quickly
Strong interest in politics and national affairs
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
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure
  • Ability to handle multiple projects
  • Must be able to work varied shifts

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