Political Enterprise Reporter

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Washington, DC, US
Base: $137,300 - $228,900; bonus/equity: not speci...
Onsite (5 days a week)
Aggressive investigative reporting experience
Deep source-building skills across political spectrum
Ability to write definitive political narratives
The Washington Post is seeking a Political Enterprise Reporter based in Washington, DC, to deliver in-depth political coverage and narratives. The ideal candidate will have extensive reporting experience, strong source-building skills, and a passion for storytelling that captures the consequences of political decisions

Job Summary

  • The role involves writing agenda-setting profiles of major political figures while vetting backgrounds to unearth scoops.
  • Candidates must be comfortable roaming the White House and Congress as well as visiting small towns to report on policy consequences.
  • The position offers comprehensive benefits including a company-paid pension, 401(k) match, and up to three weeks of vacation.

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The Washington Post is seeking a Political Enterprise Reporter based in Washington, DC, to deliver in-depth political coverage and narratives. The ideal candidate will have extensive reporting experience, strong source-building skills, and a passion for storytelling that captures the consequences of political decisions.

Salary

Base: $137,300 - $228,900; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive medical, dental, vision, pension, 401(k), parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aggressive investigative reporting experience
  • Deep source-building skills across political spectrum
  • Ability to write definitive political narratives
  • Experience with data and public records research
  • Track record of breaking news on politics

Nice-to-have

  • Comfortable in fast-moving high-stakes environments
  • Curiosity about power dynamics in Washington
  • Collaborative mindset for multi-format storytelling
  • Competitive drive to break scoops
  • Willingness to experiment with new formats

Key Requirements

  • Proven track record of breaking news
  • Expert-level source-building capabilities
  • Experience working with financial disclosures
  • Ability to explain complex systems clearly

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