Senate Reporter

The Hill

Washington, D.C., US
$75,000 to $85,000; not specified; comprehensive b...
Cover senate votes and action
Recognize and jump on breaking news
Write compelling and informative articles
The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking

Job Summary

  • The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking.
  • Responsibilities include producing a mix of spot news and enterprise stories for The Hill’s website and newspaper, covering Senate votes, interviewing lawmakers, and staking out meetings.
  • Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

Matching Summary

The position will be focused on covering the day-to-day and hour-to-hour workings of the Senate, as well as larger themes of politics and policymaking.

Salary

$75,000 to $85,000; Not specified; Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cover Senate votes and action
  • recognize and jump on breaking news
  • write compelling and informative articles
  • work independently and collaboratively
  • produce spot news and enterprise stories

Nice-to-have

  • understand what readers want
  • familiarity with Google Trends
  • SEO skills and real-time analytics

Key Requirements

  • degree in journalism or related field
  • previous reporting experience preferred
  • previous Senate coverage preferred
  • error-free journalism on tight timetable

Work Rights

Not specified

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