The ideal candidate will know how to track trending topics and hold officials accountable through deep source building and public records requests. The reporting will take readers beyond press releases, providing a deeper understanding of the issues.
The reporter will cover the Legislature, state agencies and statewide elections. Possible beats include civil rights, criminal justice and education. The reporter will produce daily and enterprise stories, take photos and share content on social media.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
We’re looking for candidates with at least two years previous news reporting and/or editing experience (student journalism counts), sound news judgment, flexibility, and the ability to manage ongoing and short-term projects with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Authorization to work in the United States is required. All States Newsroom employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of hire. States Newsroom journalists are expected to produce at least four posts per week.
The minimum salary for this position is $50,000 and rises with experience.
To apply, send a cover letter, resume with three references, and at least three links or clips to jobs-at-statesnewsroom.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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