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Staff Reporter
Location
United States
Posted
141 days ago
Salary
$82.4K - $93.0K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Staff Reporter
Daily Kos
• Identify and pitch several stories per day, from quick, short pieces with unique angles on political news of the day as well as longer originally reported stories and analysis • Build and maintain relationships with leaders and staff in elected officials’ offices, campaigns, and advocacy organizations • Contribute to coverage of breaking news and live events, such as election nights and presidential debates • Help the newsroom track news developments in real time and alert editors to breaking news • Produce and contribute to data- and graphics-driven reporting that’s centered on statewide politics, campaign finance, voter registration and other topics • Analyze datasets critically to identify trends, inconsistencies, and story opportunities • Use video-clipping software such as TVEyes to incorporate video into stories as appropriate • Engage readers and expand the reach of reporting through an active, professional social media presence • Other responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements
- at least 3 years of original reporting experience at a digital news outlet
- a portfolio of work that demonstrates original and enterprise reporting
- knowledge of digital best practices, including SEO, headline writing, and metrics
- excellent news judgment, with the ability to write clean copy with minimal editing
- knowledge of AP style
- ability to break down complex policies and processes for a general audience
- deep understanding of progressive and U.S. electoral politics
- strong time management and organizational skills
- exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- comfortable with a virtual working environment
- tech and internet savvy (experience with Google Docs, Slack, Dropbox, Asana, etc.)
Benefits
- full medical, dental and vision benefits
- optional 401K with a company match
- remote worker stipend
- generous vacation package
- traumatic grief leave
- employer-paid parental/family leave
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