Job Summary
A non-profit newsroom that covers the judicial system has a current position open for a Remote Policing Beat Staff Reporter.
Must be able to:
- Write clearly, translate jargon, and use narrative and other techniques to make readers care
- Identify local stories that have national resonance
- Find granular examples that illustrate major trends
Qualifications for this position include:
- Subject-matter expertise and an investigative bent
- Deep experience in building sources within police departments
- Adept with data and public-records requests
- Able to build thoughtful pieces off of breaking news while focusing on deep dives
