Reporter, Breaking News

KLFY LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, US
Base: $25.48-$27.88 ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Onsite
Urgency and accuracy
Write clean, concise copy
Tight deadline reporting
The Hill is looking for a breaking news reporter who prizes urgency and accuracy to cover DC newsmakers, policy decisions and key national news items through quick updates

Job Summary

  • The Hill is looking for a breaking news reporter who prizes urgency and accuracy to cover DC newsmakers, policy decisions and key national news items through quick updates.
  • The best applicant will show an ability to write clean, concise copy on a tight deadline where every minute counts in beating the competition.
  • This position is based at our Washington, DC offices and may include night and weekend hours.

Matching Summary

The Hill is looking for a breaking news reporter who prizes urgency and accuracy to cover DC newsmakers, policy decisions and key national news items through quick updates.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Urgency and accuracy
  • Write clean, concise copy
  • Tight deadline reporting
  • Politics and national affairs interest
  • Recognize news quickly
  • Utilize social media
  • Cultivate sources and contacts

Nice-to-have

  • Proactively seeks out tasks
  • Collaborative work environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
  • Previous reporting experience preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure
  • Ability to handle multiple projects
  • Varied shifts: weekends, holidays, nights

Work Rights

Not specified

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