White House Reporter

LIN Television Corporation

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $75,000 to $85,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
Onsite
White house reporting experience
Daily news cycle management
Source development in trump orbit
LIN Television Corporation 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, be able to produce compelling content under tight deadlines, and have experience in a fast-paced news environment

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on covering President Trump's daily schedule, travel, and administration actions across various White House offices.
  • Candidates must be able to produce error-free journalism on a tight timetable while recognizing trend stories immediately.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company matching.

Matching Summary

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LIN Television Corporation 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, be able to produce compelling content under tight deadlines, and have experience in a fast-paced news environment.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • White House reporting experience
  • Daily news cycle management
  • Source development in Trump orbit
  • Fast-paced news gathering
  • Television appearance capability

Nice-to-have

  • SEO and Google Trends familiarity
  • Real-time analytics skills
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Unique story angle identification
  • Compelling writing style

Key Requirements

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • Previous metro or national media reporting experience
  • Ability to write short and long news briefs

Work Rights

Not specified

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