Job Summary
A company is looking for an experienced Writer, Politics, to join their team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cover breaking news events and write quickly and precisely to solidify the company as a go-to site for developing stories
- Source national and international media for stories that resonate with the company's audience, aggregating with complete and proper attribution
- Pursue original and exclusive stories through close contact with sources
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years of experience covering the news in a professional newsroom
- An intense interest in U.S. politics, including campaigns, Congress, and the White House
- Knowledge of AP style and a clear and crisp writing style
- Firm grasp of current events and a desire to be precise, quick, and accurate in presenting the news
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
