Senate Reporter

The Hill

Washington, D.C., US
Base: $75,000 to $85,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
Cover senate votes and floor 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.
  • The role requires the ability to juggle news of the day with larger enterprise stories on the next big Senate fights, while recognizing the broader themes shaping the chamber's internal politics.
  • Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), 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

Base: $75,000 to $85,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cover Senate votes and floor action
  • recognize and jump on breaking news
  • write compelling and informative articles
  • work independently and collaboratively
  • juggle daily news with enterprise stories

Nice-to-have

  • understand what readers want
  • think of unique angles
  • break down arcane procedures

Key Requirements

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • Previous reporting experience in metro or national media
  • Previous experience covering the Senate preferred
  • Basic familiarity with Google Trends, SEO skills and real-time analytics are a plus

Work Rights

Not specified

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