White House Reporter

The Hill

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $75,000 to $85,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
White house reporting experience
Daily schedule coverage skills
Source development in trump orbit
The Hill is seeking a White House reporter to cover the Trump administration, focusing on daily schedules, press briefings, and political themes. The ideal candidate should possess strong reporting skills, a background in journalism, and the ability to produce compelling stories in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on covering President Trump's daily schedule, travel, and major policy actions across the administration.
  • Candidates must be able to produce error-free journalism on tight timetables while developing sources for daily scoops.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Hill is seeking a White House reporter to cover the Trump administration, focusing on daily schedules, press briefings, and political themes. The ideal candidate should possess strong reporting skills, a background in journalism, and the ability to produce compelling stories in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

Base: $75,000 to $85,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • White House reporting experience
  • Daily schedule coverage skills
  • Source development in Trump orbit
  • Fast-paced news environment
  • Television appearance capability

Nice-to-have

  • Google Trends familiarity
  • SEO and analytics knowledge
  • Unique story angle identification
  • Collaborative team mindset
  • Compelling writing style

Key Requirements

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • Previous metro or national media reporting experience
  • Ability to write short and long-form content

Work Rights

Not specified

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