Reporter, Breaking News

The Hill

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $25.48-$27.88 ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
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 their Washington, DC team, emphasizing urgency and accuracy in journalism. Candidates should have a strong interest in politics, the ability to write quickly and clearly under tight deadlines, and enjoy working collaboratively

Job Summary

  • The Hill is looking for a breaking news reporter to cover DC newsmakers, policy decisions, and key national news items through quick updates.
  • The role requires the ability to write clean, concise copy on a tight deadline with a strong interest in politics and national affairs.
  • The position is based in Washington, DC, and may include night and weekend hours.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Hill is seeking a breaking news reporter to join their Washington, DC team, emphasizing urgency and accuracy in journalism. Candidates should have a strong interest in politics, the ability to write quickly and clearly under tight deadlines, and enjoy working collaboratively.

Salary

Base: $25.48-$27.88 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid parental leave, life insurance

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
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure
  • Ability to handle multiple projects
  • Varied shifts: weekends, holidays, nights, overnights, or early mornings

Work Rights

Not specified

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