Deputy Editor-in-Chief
News writer job in Washington, DC
Who we are
Semafor is a global news platform for an increasingly complex world in which consumers are overwhelmed by too many news sources and unsure what to trust. We are building Semafor to enable world-class journalists to deliver reporting and insights with rigor in journalistic forms that ensure a new level of transparency. Our editors and reporters distill the most important stories from all over in formats that uncover the forces shaping the stories, explain the interests behind polarizing narratives, and replenish the stock of shared facts. As a global platform, Semafor recognizes that smart people can disagree and that informed readers need to understand alternative points of view from competing centers of power and culture in a multi-polar world. Want to join us? Read on.
The Role
Semafor is seeking a newsroom leader with global business journalism expertise to help steer our ambitious and fast-growing global newsroom. This role will drive daily coverage, elevate our journalism, and help knit together our global reporting network.
The Deputy Editor-in-Chief will work closely with the Editor-in-Chief and other top editors to run the day-to-day news operation - leading morning meetings, coordinating coverage across teams and formats, and setting a high standard for ambition, speed, and clarity. The editor will work particularly closely with our global business reporters while also playing a role in coverage across politics, technology, media, and other key beats. This role also manages breaking news and production, oversees live coverage planning, and partners with product and revenue teams to strengthen our digital surfaces and news products.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned global business journalist, fluent in the language of markets, trade, and power, and equally comfortable editing across a wide range of subjects. They should bring proven newsroom leadership, high emotional intelligence, and proven skill at widening the journalistic aperture and helping journalists break and define huge stories.
Your Responsibilities
Lead daily news flow and newsroom operations
Drive coverage across business, politics, and global affairs
Manage breaking news and production teams
Work across surfaces from web to video
Shape the culture and communications that are key to our hybrid newsroom;
What Makes You Qualified
10+ years of journalism experience, including 5+ in newsroom leadership with a track record of building high-performing editorial teams.
Deep background in global business and economic coverage
Love of scoops
Grasp of the flow of digital information and content
Strong product sensibility
Startup work ethic
This position can be based out of our New York City or Washington, D.C. offices.
Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours and frequently travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Comprehensive employee benefits:
unlimited PTO, medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability, flexible spending, health savings accounts, life insurance, 401(k), pre-Tax commuter benefits, and paid parental leave.
Base Salary Range: $175,000 to $200,000 Base salary.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.
Additional job details
Semafor offers a Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to our full-time, salaried employees who may take paid time off as-needed without a prescribed limit or defined balance.
Semafor, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Semafor, Inc. will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Auto-ApplyWhite House Reporter
News writer job in Washington, DC
White House Reporter, Washington, D.C. The Wall Street Journal is looking for an ambitious reporter to cover the White House. The ideal candidate will cover the White House with vigor, working with our world-class team to deliver definitive stories about the presidency. This reporter must write ambitious and revelatory enterprise stories about the personalities and policies that are driving the president's agenda, as well as quick-turnaround analyses and breaking news articles.
We want applicants to have an expansive view of this beat's potential, looking beyond press conferences and social-media posts with an eye toward producing deeply reported stories that take readers behind the scenes. The successful candidate will be part of our strategy to tell stories in distinct and revelatory ways, using video, podcasts, graphics, and other ways to engage our audience.
You will:
+ Break agenda-setting news on your beat.
+ Conceptualize and deliver ahead-of-the-curve enterprise stories.
+ Work with colleagues around the country and the world in a 24-hour-a-day global newsroom.
You have:
+ At least five years of reporting experience dominating a highly competitive beat and a track record of producing award-winning journalism.
+ Proven ability to develop sources and write with authority on what is happening and what it means.
+ A track record of tackling ambitious projects, finding original approaches to coverage and working with visuals to find creative storytelling techniques.
The position is based in the Journal's Washington bureau and will report to White House editor Andrew Restuccia.
To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing how you would do the job, and five examples of your best work by January 9th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early submission as the position may be filled before the deadline.
Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at *******************************. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Business Area: Dow Jones - News - WSJ
Job Category: Editorial/Journalism
Union Status:
Union role
Pay Range: $145,000 - $185,000
We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company.As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates.The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. Similarly to salary, for bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.
For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce..
Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.
This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.
Req ID: 50580
Digital Journalist, Polling and Analytics
News writer job in Washington, DC
Working with the Director of Political Coverage and the Washington Bureau, the Digital Journalist/Polling and Data Analytics will report on and provide support in the areas of polling, elections, and data analytics for ABC News. The individual will need a reporting background and an understanding of polling and elections.
Responsibilities:
• Explore unique angles in storytelling in the polling space by writing compelling news stories using ABC News' polling data and polls conducted by outside sources.
• Work with the Director of Polling as well as platform and beat leaders on poll design and execution
• Assist reporters and producers across the news division, as well as ABC's owned stations, in finding and utilizing polling data in their reporting.
• Work with the Manager of Data Analytics to develop editorial content to support and enhance ABC News' coverage of public opinion and elections.
• Analyze exit polls on election nights for reporting across ABC News' platforms.
Basic Qualifications:
At least two years of reporting and polling experience.
An interest in public opinion research as it relates to news and storytelling.
Must be a strong communicator with the ability to translate polling and other empirical data into clear, engaging news stories including data visualizations.
Must have strong collaboration skills and have a demonstrated ability to work across various teams
Must be well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news stories simultaneously.
Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
Able to work at night and on weekends during election season and during breaking news events.
Have exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and high standards.
Must be able to approach your work with neutrality and fairness to all viewpoints
Applicants must have US work authorization
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a newsroom and/or television environment.
An understanding of statistical analysis and poll methodology.
Experience with statistical analysis and statistical software packages (e.g., R, SPSS, STATA)
Required Education:
BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university.
The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $87,100 - $116,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job Posting Segment:
ABC News
Job Posting Primary Business:
News Practices
Primary Job Posting Category:
Data Journalism - Owned Stations
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Washington, DC, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-12-08
Auto-ApplyChief Editor
News writer job in Washington, DC
The African Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists and the mental health industry in every African country. The APA seeks to educate Africans and the diaspora about psychology, behavioral health and mental wellness. We seek to promote psychology as a science and support appropriate practice. We hope to foster the education and training of future psychological researchers, practitioners and educators. We act as advocates for the use of psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy and champion the application of psychology to promote human rights, overall health, wellness, dignity and esteem.
For more information, please African Psychological Association's website at ***************
Job Description
Your responsibilities are as follows:
Managing Editorial Staff
• Liaising with the Regional Content Directors (Editors) and Regional Project Directors to discuss development of country content
• Directly overseeing all Regional Content Directors (Editors), acting as a supervisor, mentor and guide
Setting and Enforcing Policies
• Setting and enforcing policies and procedures used by the APA (Africa)'s Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors
• Establishing and overseeing compliance with style standards (including making certain that all Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors use the correct fonts and punctuation, spelling and follow grammar guidelines)
• Setting times for editorial meetings, deadlines for sending the contributions for review by Content Directors (Editors) and deadlines for sending final drafts to the Chief Editor
• Helping to enforce policies established by the APA (Africa) regarding what content is appropriate for publication
Determining Coverage
• Approving and denying pitched editorials and feature stories
• Assigning high profile stories/special interest pieces to contributors
• Acting as an advisor in deciding how stories are reported
• Working with Regional Content Directors (Editors) to ensure that all countries/territories have a minimum of one (1) reliable Content Contributor
Liaison Responsibilities
• Serving as the primary liaison between the editorial staff and the Managing Director
• Fielding emails and phone calls from the public related to published content
Additional Information
BENEFITS
Opportunity to make a difference in an emerging market and focus on the African Region
Provided [email protected] email account
Provided access to the African Psychological Association's Online Team Portal
Work with a dynamic team of motivated young people
This is an unpaid position with flexible hours that will boost your portfolio of work experience
Reporter, Metals - Americas
News writer job in Washington, DC
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
09
Commodity Insights seeks an experienced reporter to lead coverage of metals and coal mining and markets with an Americas focus. A strong job seeker has a proven ability to learn a fairly technical beat quickly and develop a news sense for market moving news. The reporter should have a proven ability to build a diverse roster of sources among private sector companies. Knowledge of commodity markets or mining is a plus, but not required. There will be developmental opportunities associated with being a member of a strong news team
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The position will be based in Washington, DC
Responsibilities and Impact:
Writes spot, in-depth news and analysis pieces on key developments in global metals and coal markets with a focus on the Americas.
Works with Commodity Insights Market Reporters and Analytics team to enhance stories with proprietary data.
Liaises with production team to produce graphics to enhance news and analysis pieces.
Attends conferences and company meetings to learn about important issues.
Compensation/Benefits Information:
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.
What We're Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required. Preference for journalism, policy, economics, business
3+ years of experience working as a reporter or editor for news organizations
Ability to develop sources on a new beat
Ability to identify and analyze data sets
Proficiency in Excel
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
Experience covering commodities or metals industries
Right to Work Requirements:
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.
We're a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights' coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.
S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world's leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.
For more information, visit *******************************************
What's In It For You?
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: *****************************************
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
Recruitment Fraud Alert:
If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to ************************. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.
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S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: *************************** and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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Auto-ApplyPart-Time News Editor/Producer
News writer job in Washington, DC
Westwood One | Washington, DC is searching for a Part-Time News Editor/Producer. The News Editor/Producer is the front line processer of news audio and information in the Westwood One Newsroom. The News Editor/Producer works with the news management team to record, edit and publish audio for use by affiliates and use on Westwood One anchored newscasts.
We are looking for someone who:
Is news savvy and well versed in all aspects of the news cycle
Understands and recognizes the difference between news and commentary
Processes audio to compensate for level differences and proper in and out cues
Adds appropriate non-audio metadata in a variety of text fields
Is accurate with grammar, spelling and punctuation
Is proactive and requires little direct supervision
You must have:
1-3 years radio news experience
Excellent writing skills and editorial news judgement
Proficiency on digital audio editing platforms
Experience with computerized newsroom systems
Understanding of broadcast systems and equipment
News sourcing and interviewing skills
Additional consideration:
BA or BS in Broadcast Journalism
Management skills and experience
What We Offer:
Competitive Compensation
Collaborative and creative work environment
Opportunity for career progression and professional growth
Support enhanced by strong leadership and company resources
Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
For immediate consideration, please visit ***************************************
CUMULUS MEDIA | Westwood One is an EOE company.
Political News Reporter (On-Camera)
News writer job in Washington, DC
Job Title: News Reporter
Company: Eleven
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us
At Eleven Int Service, we've been building and scaling digital media brands since 2015, reaching millions of readers and viewers every month. Our portfolio includes MEAWW, The Royal Observer, McGill Media, Starlust, The Daily Net, Pubninja & many more - covering a wide range of categories such as entertainment, news, lifestyle, royals, human interest, and space technology. With a focus on serving US-first global audiences, we operate across diverse digital platforms and formats - including articles, video, social media, newsletters, and even live experiences - ensuring our content connects with audiences wherever they are.
What unites our brands is a commitment to originality, credibility, and authenticity. With teams across India, the U.S., and the U.K., we foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and continuous learning-where bold ideas are encouraged and every contribution makes an impact. From journalists and editors to video producers, engineers, and strategists, we're united by one mission: to create and scale media brands that inform, entertain, inspire, and engage.
If you're curious, creative, and driven to make a difference in the digital media space, join us-
What we expect: accountability, ownership, intelligence, hard work, and results.
What we offer: the freedom to express yourself, exposure to massive audiences, industry-standard pay, and the energy of a fast-paced newsroom culture.
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About MEAWW
MEAWW is a global digital media company covering everything from entertainment to pop culture, celebrity gossip to trending news. We serve millions of readers daily across multiple platforms. As we continue to grow, we're looking for creative talent to help amplify our voice across social media.
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Role Overview
We're seeking a Washington D.C.-based or field-capable Political News Reporter to serve as the on-camera face of our U.S. politics video content. You'll report from home or in the field, presenting news updates, political event recaps, and exclusive interviews in a concise, engaging format. You'll work closely with our editorial and production teams based in India - all post-production is handled by us.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities
On-Camera Reporting: Present breaking or trending political stories in a studio-style format using remote setups or AI backgrounds.
Field Coverage: Report live or produce bytes from press briefings, rallies, and key political events (as accessible).
Interviews & Public Bytes: Conduct interviews with experts, politicians, or citizens to support digital news content.
Editorial Collaboration: Share updates, research insights, and content inputs with the editorial team to help shape storylines.
Delivery-Only Workflow: Focus solely on high-quality news delivery - editing, graphics, and publishing are managed by our in-house team.
Requirements
Experience: At least 1 year of on-camera journalism or reporting experience, preferably in political news.
Presentation: Clear, confident screen presence with excellent verbal communication skills.
Political Awareness: Good understanding of the U.S. political landscape, current events, and key institutions.
Self-Setup Capabilities: Ability to record from home (camera/smartphone + mic + green screen) or live from the field.
Platform Fluency: Awareness of how political video performs on YouTube, Facebook, X (Twitter), and other platforms.
Responsiveness: Comfortable working with fast turnarounds, editorial feedback, and late-breaking news cycles.
Preferred Qualifications
Based in or near Washington, D.C.
Prior experience in digital or social-first newsrooms.
Familiarity with digital content standards (fair use, copyright, platform rules).
Access to stable internet and a basic audio-video setup.
Benefits
Creative Freedom: Focus purely on storytelling and delivery - we handle production and publishing.
Global Reach: Your content will be seen by millions across YouTube, Facebook, and social platforms.
Collaborative Team: Work with a supportive editorial team and streamlined remote workflows.
Performance-Driven Pay: Compensation based on project delivery and video performance.
Reporter (in-office only)
News writer job in Washington, DC
Job DescriptionSalary:
The Christian Post is seeking a dynamic, professional and motivated journalist to join our D.C. newsroom to report on news involving and affecting the Christian community from a biblical, Christian worldview. Attention to details, strong work ethics, a team player, and passion for news are characteristics of an ideal candidate.
The reporter would be writing daily for CPs online platform, which covers both national and international news. The Christian Post is a non-denominational digital publication that covers news and opinion about church, ministries and non-profits, human rights, education, public policies and politics, entertainment, and general current events.
Responsibilities
Monitoring news and generating story ideas
Writing news, feature, and in-depth articles and reports
Conducting interviews (both in-person and remotely) with people of interest to our audience
Develop and maintain contacts with newsmakers and news sources
Cover national events (in person and remotely)
Requirements
At least three years' full-time proven experience in news/magazine writing, preferably digital, to be considered
Ability to work under deadlines without compromising reporting and writing standards
Expert with AP style
Agree with The Christian Posts statement of faith
Must work in-person in the Washington, D.C. newsroom full-time. Remote work is not permitted unless specifically approved in advance by the editor. Applicants unable to work on-site will not be considered.
Applicants must
Include a cover letter with resume
Provide 3 writing samples
Please fill out the application one time. Thank you.
Editor - Joint Staff Support
News writer job in Washington, DC
Job Description
Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc. (STI-TEC) specializes in the delivery of professional business and information management services. STI-TEC offers government and commercial clients a comprehensive portfolio of services that identify, manage, distribute and improve business processes related to entities' most valued resource, information. As a fast-growing solutions provider, established in 2000, total customer satisfaction has remained the cornerstone of our business. Our business model focuses on integrity, loyalty, and trust.
Position Overview The Editor will provide professional support services to the Joint Staff, Actions Division by supporting the Customer Service Branch. The Editor will provide editorial support for the Joint Staff's senior leadership, to include, but not limited to, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS), Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (VCJCS), Director, Joint Staff (DJS), Vice Director, Joint Staff (VDJS), Joint Directorates, Secretariat, Joint Staff (SJS), and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman (SEAC).
Essential Job Function
Provide editorial support for the Joint Staff's senior leadership, to include, but not limited to, the CJCS, VCJCS, DJS, VDJS, Joint Directorates, SJS, and SEAC.
Assist with the development of Joint Staff correspondence, to include issuances (e.g., directives, manuals, and guides), letters, and memorandums.
Edit executive level Joint Staff documents to ensure strict conformance to U.S. Government, DoD, and Joint Staff rules for formatting, grammatical construction, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.
Analyze document packages and work independently and with subject matter experts to revise or rewrite as necessary to ensure they accomplish their intended purposes.
Prepare complete document packages to meet Joint Staff requirements for style, manner of presentation, organization, and proposed implementation and distribution.
Receive and review JS issuances and publications from action officers/MILSECs and edit the document(s) and move to AD leadership for review and processing.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in English, Communications, or a related field with 7 years of experience providing communications support to sensitive and high-profile programs and topics OR 11 years of experience
Providing communications support to sensitive and high-profile program and topics
Expert knowledge, skill, and ability to write, edit, and revise documents that are prepared for U.S. Government senior leaders, to include the President, Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense, National Security Council, Homeland Security Council, and Congress.
Excellent command of spelling, grammar, and punctuation, attention to detail, and ability to ensure consistency across products.
Extensive experience using a variety of software used to prepare correspondence, including in particular mastery of Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Word, as well as familiarity with/exposure to tasking tools such as ETMS2/TMT.
Demonstrated success working in fast-paced and challenging environments.
Familiarity with Federal Government
Top-Secret clearance.
Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ************** or you may call us at 1+************.
Floor Action Reporter / BillTrack Researcher
News writer job in Washington, DC
Thank you for your interest in this position with CQ Roll Call, a wholly-owned subsidiary of FiscalNote. The recruitment for this role is being managed by FiscalNote's Recruiting team (parent company), so you are in the right place! Please continue to review this opportunity and apply at your interest. We are excited to review your background. Thank you!
About the PositionThis position will work with other members of the floor and committee reporting team to ensure that CQ's legislative data and live House and Senate floor and committee markup coverage is thorough and immediately relevant. This position is within the Editorial department.
About the Legislative Action TeamFloor Action Reporters produce fast, concise and comprehensive descriptions of the policies that take shape on the chamber floors and assist with the publication and maintenance of various CQ.com databases and written content to provide CQ Roll Call's clients and the newsroom with superior information. Our work entails data entry and proofing, drafting emails for use by editors and reporters in the CQ newsroom, and publishing analytical written pieces describing legislation.
About You This position requires exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure and meet firm deadlines, and an understanding of the legislative process. Floor Action Reporters cover House and Senate action gavel-to-gavel and must be available to work from the press gallery office spaces within the U.S. Capitol building for work hours largely decided by the congressional schedule.
The base salary for this position is $67,000 per year.
#LI-HR1What To Expect In This Position
Track every action on the House or Senate floor as it happens, providing complete, timely coverage and precise descriptions of both the policy and legislative procedure involved at the time, within set deadlines and in accordance with CQ Roll Call and Associated Press editorial style standards.
Read, summarize and analyze bill text and floor actions; prepare impartial, fact-based bill summaries of *all* measures and amendments that are the subject of floor activity in either chamber for publication or internal newsroom circulation.
Backstop and/or collaborate with team members and others in the newsroom to provide detailed and informative analysis of congressional committee actions.
Quickly and accurately collect and process legislative data, text bill information and other related information as assigned by your editor.
Master a handful of operational tools, procedures and software systems to maintain CQ's legislative data and develop a broad understanding of CQ Roll Call databases and legislative tracking products.
Balance long hours and an unpredictable congressional schedule while juggling multiple assignments.
Report breaking news from the House and Senate floors and promptly respond to -- and act upon -- newsroom questions or requests for floor information.
Work with editors and other reporters to develop reporting, writing and general news-gathering skills; cultivate relationships with congressional and government agency sources for journalistic and document-sourcing purposes.
In time, contribute ideas about product priorities, data quality and how to improve operations within CQ's legislative research and analysis department.
Perform other duties as assigned and to be a team player.
What Sets You Apart
At least one year of research or writing experience, preferably in a political or policy-focused capacity; equivalent experience on Capitol Hill; or equivalent experience in journalism, whether as a researcher, reporter or copy editor.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Strong interest in policy, politics and/or procedure.
The ability to read and summarize drafts of legislation and amendments, drawing relevant context from the U.S. Code and relevant, reliable sources.
Ability to write objectively about legislative proposals.
Experience with large amounts of data entry, proofing and related research.
Strong attention to detail and good organizational abilities.
The ability to work a schedule that largely mirrors the House and Senate daily/weekly hours of operation.
The ability to meet strict deadlines.
Familiarity with congressional operations and the policy-making process.
The ability to develop sources, gather information and process content consistently with CQ Roll Call's editorial style and standards.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply!
When applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact ******************************, we'd be happy to connect!
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Auto-ApplyNews Reporter
News writer job in Washington, DC
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
WTTG/WDCA - News Reporter (Regular Full-Time, Weekends)
Are you a seasoned journalist who thrives on providing live coverage of breaking news and important events as they happen, giving users an in-the-moment view of what is going on right now? Ready to elevate your career with a leading local TV station and powerhouse multimedia company?
FOX 5 DC is seeking a dynamic and experienced News Reporter to join our team. The candidate we are looking for is a compelling storyteller who excels at covering live, breaking news and delivering in-the-moment reports across multiple media platforms. You are a self-professed news junkie who is constantly aware of what's happening, everywhere. Digging for details energizes you, and you know exactly where to look. You are creative and forward-thinking with an engaging personality that can ignite conversations and turn interviews into newsworthy stories. You are eager to dominate and know a big news story when you hear it, understanding the priorities and interests of the audience is key. You thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment and crave the chance to try something new every single day. If this is you, we need you on our team!
Why Join Us?
* Creative Environment: Work in a fast-paced culture where teamwork and ideas are valued.
* Learn from the Best: Collaborate with accomplished journalists and media professionals.
* State-of-the-Art Facilities: Operate from our cutting-edge studios in downtown Bethesda.
What You'll Do
* Report live from the field, providing clear and compelling coverage of breaking news, major events, and daily assignments.
* Generate, pitch, and develop original content ideas that are relevant to our viewers.
* Collaborate with producers, photographers, and editors to create impactful news packages under tight deadlines.
* Utilize social media to engage with our audience, share real-time updates, and drive traffic to our digital platforms.
* Develop and maintain a network of sources to ensure you are the first to report on significant news.
* Uphold the highest standards of journalist integrity and ethics.
* Perform other duties as assigned, reporting directly to the VP, News & Content.
What We're Looking For
* Experience & Education: A minimum of 3 years of on-air reporting experience in a medium to large television market. Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
* Live Reporting Skills: Proven ability to excel during live, unscripted breaking news situations for extended periods.
* Technical Acumen: Expertise with modern newsroom computer systems, live technology, and non-linear editing tools.
* News Judgment: Superior news judgment and a strong understanding of current events.
* Digital Savvy: Demonstrated expertise in using social media for newsgathering and audience engagement.
* Pressure-Tested: Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
* Professionalism: Consistently display a professional demeanor. Positive and supportive newsroom citizen.
Benefits
* Comprehensive Package: Excellent health benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
* Lifestyle Perks: Access to onsite fitness center, vibrant local dining, and shopping options.
Additional Details
Candidates must provide writing samples and a reel/link of recent production work.
FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 operation. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, and in the case of breaking news.
Candidates will also be required to join the SAG-AFTRA Washington-Mid Atlantic Local union for the on-air news unit.
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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $60.10-66.85 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Auto-ApplySpeech Writer
News writer job in Washington, DC
Speech Writer Scope:
People, Technology and Processes, LLC is seeking a Speechwriter to develop the required deliverables (project management, operations documents, evaluation documents, communications products, and other related products) to meet VBA objectives. The candidate shall be a dedicated partner that will span the support of the CoS and DCoS priorities.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Provide support to VBA senior leadership and other subject matter experts for speechwriting, presentations, videos including script writing and production, and events. Level of effort assumes: Speech writing, talking points, presentations (this would include PowerPoints, and/or programs, and preparation for events
Develop PowerPoints, readaheads and /or written programs for executive meetings and events
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum five (5) years of experience writing for senior executives as demonstrated on their resume.
Excellent writing and editing skills, i.e., spelling, grammar punctuation, etc.
Strong work ethic, verbally articulate and detail-oriented, with a support the team attitude
Possess a desire to learn new concepts and master new software applications
Desired Qualifications:
Ten (10) years relevant experience
Technical Writer - TS required to apply; Washington DC; Junior to SME
News writer job in Washington, DC
Job Description
• Research, outline, write, and edit new and existing content, working closely with various
departments to understand project requirements.
• Independently gathers information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and
write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
• Work with development and support leads to identify all documentation repositories,
revise, and edit, and determine the best solution for data compilation and centralized
storage.
• Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that uphold
organizational and legal standards, and allow for easy data migration.
• Develops content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with a consistent and
cohesive voice across all documentation.
• Ensures that documents follow the style laid out in the organization's style guide.
• May also be responsible for maintaining the style guide.
• Suggests revisions to the style guide as appropriate.
Technical Writer - TS required to apply; Washington DC; Junior to SME
News writer job in Washington, DC
• Research, outline, write, and edit new and existing content, working closely with various
departments to understand project requirements.
• Independently gathers information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and
write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
• Work with development and support leads to identify all documentation repositories,
revise, and edit, and determine the best solution for data compilation and centralized
storage.
• Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that uphold
organizational and legal standards, and allow for easy data migration.
• Develops content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with a consistent and
cohesive voice across all documentation.
• Ensures that documents follow the style laid out in the organization's style guide.
• May also be responsible for maintaining the style guide.
• Suggests revisions to the style guide as appropriate.
Document Writer
News writer job in Washington, DC
Mapjects is a leading centralized logistics operations portal platform. The platform servers franchises with ERP components that suite the franchise business needs. Mapjects Clearview platform provide one-click distribution, logistics and analysis products to enrich and visualize big data sets from warehousing, fulfillment, fraud detection, payment technology and b2b eCommerce.
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Compensation is very competitive, and commensurate with experience
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Job Description
Mapjects is looking for a Document Writer to support the team in documenting web and other platform technology process / procedures requirements and development infrastructure. The successful candidate will have a good grasp of industry standard technologies and tools, understanding of the platform from a agency/customer/user perspective, and be able to work across multiple teams in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Plan and meet deadlines and produce high-quality documents while adhering to the process and creating documentation style guides.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and SMEs in an Mapjects solutions development environment to design, document and write Mapjects solutions technology guides and help content.
Produce quality help material including: best practices, tutorials, tips & tricks, comprehensive technical documentation as well as content that helps internal users understand how to apply the tools and features of our Mapjects solutions.
Improve the depth and quality of the documentation set based on feedback from internal and external customers.
Assess needs, design and develop content in a rapid-pace environment.
Responsible for successful posting and maintenance of content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and simplicity in design and usage.
Qualifications
equivalent experience or a Computer Science degree, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
2 years of experience in technical writing for enterprise-class in corporate environment preferred.
Experience to include help, technical documentation and user guidance development.
Deep knowledge of web based help systems, web applications, tools, data tools and globalization.
Ability to research content and collaborate with Subject Matter Experts.
Ability to organize course material and technical content into intuitive learning formats, presenting complex information clearly.
Self-starter with a track record of being able to drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Excellent English skills in written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to learn new business and technology concepts and build Mapjects solutions expertise.
Strong attention to detail as demonstrated through writing samples.
Ability to work and communicate collaboratively and effectively with distributed teams.
Desirable Skills
Expertise with industry standard tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms and the ability to help users understand not just the literal steps to finishing a task but also how to create solutions using the tools we provide.
Develop, maintain, and enforce the editorial tone, style and voice of all content.
Develop a thorough understanding of the different audiences you will be writing for.
Develop content strategy for ongoing development, growth, and improvement of your content.
Skill and ability to conduct research and analysis on the efficacy of content.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and cross-functional teams.
Experience with SaaS and online IT/AWS domain knowledge is a plus.
Additional Information
please email word copy of resume to
ensure it has your contact information, and phone number to reach you.
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Digital Journalist, Polling and Analytics
News writer job in Washington, DC
Working with the Director of Political Coverage and the Washington Bureau, the Digital Journalist/Polling and Data Analytics will report on and provide support in the areas of polling, elections, and data analytics for ABC News. The individual will need a reporting background and an understanding of polling and elections.
Responsibilities:
* Explore unique angles in storytelling in the polling space by writing compelling news stories using ABC News' polling data and polls conducted by outside sources.
* Work with the Director of Polling as well as platform and beat leaders on poll design and execution
* Assist reporters and producers across the news division, as well as ABC's owned stations, in finding and utilizing polling data in their reporting.
* Work with the Manager of Data Analytics to develop editorial content to support and enhance ABC News' coverage of public opinion and elections.
* Analyze exit polls on election nights for reporting across ABC News' platforms.
Basic Qualifications:
* At least two years of reporting and polling experience.
* An interest in public opinion research as it relates to news and storytelling.
* Must be a strong communicator with the ability to translate polling and other empirical data into clear, engaging news stories including data visualizations.
* Must have strong collaboration skills and have a demonstrated ability to work across various teams
* Must be well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news stories simultaneously.
* Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
* Able to work at night and on weekends during election season and during breaking news events.
* Have exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and high standards.
* Must be able to approach your work with neutrality and fairness to all viewpoints
* Applicants must have US work authorization
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in a newsroom and/or television environment.
* An understanding of statistical analysis and poll methodology.
* Experience with statistical analysis and statistical software packages (e.g., R, SPSS, STATA)
Required Education:
* BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university.
The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $87,100 - $116,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Chief Editor
News writer job in Washington, DC
The African Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists and the mental health industry in every African country. The APA seeks to educate Africans and the diaspora about psychology, behavioral health and mental wellness. We seek to promote psychology as a science and support appropriate practice. We hope to foster the education and training of future psychological researchers, practitioners and educators. We act as advocates for the use of psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy and champion the application of psychology to promote human rights, overall health, wellness, dignity and esteem.
For more information, please African Psychological Association's website at
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Job Description
Your responsibilities are as follows:
Managing Editorial Staff
• Liaising with the Regional Content Directors (Editors) and Regional Project Directors to discuss development of country content
• Directly overseeing all Regional Content Directors (Editors), acting as a supervisor, mentor and guide
Setting and Enforcing Policies
• Setting and enforcing policies and procedures used by the APA (Africa)'s Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors
• Establishing and overseeing compliance with style standards (including making certain that all Regional Content Directors (Editors) and contributors use the correct fonts and punctuation, spelling and follow grammar guidelines)
• Setting times for editorial meetings, deadlines for sending the contributions for review by Content Directors (Editors) and deadlines for sending final drafts to the Chief Editor
• Helping to enforce policies established by the APA (Africa) regarding what content is appropriate for publication
Determining Coverage
• Approving and denying pitched editorials and feature stories
• Assigning high profile stories/special interest pieces to contributors
• Acting as an advisor in deciding how stories are reported
• Working with Regional Content Directors (Editors) to ensure that all countries/territories have a minimum of one (1) reliable Content Contributor
Liaison Responsibilities
• Serving as the primary liaison between the editorial staff and the Managing Director
• Fielding emails and phone calls from the public related to published content
Additional Information
BENEFITS
Opportunity to make a difference in an emerging market and focus on the African Region
Provided
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Provided access to the African Psychological Association's Online Team Portal
Work with a dynamic team of motivated young people
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Washington Reporter, New York Post
News writer job in Washington, DC
The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture, and Entertainment - with signature wit, irreverence, and authority, averaging 90 million unique monthly viewers. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television, and commerce.
Politics is core to who we are - and nobody covers it like The Post. We break big stories, stir the pot, and shine a light on what's really going on in the nation's capital. From policy drama and power grabs to scandals and backstabbing, we're looking for someone who gets the whole DC circus and can help lead the way in breaking news.
The New York Post is seeking an enterprising DC-based Washington Reporter to join our growing DC team and cover the fast-moving world of Washington politics. This reporter will break exclusive stories, expose what's happening behind the scenes in government, and bring readers sharp, authoritative coverage of how decisions in the capital shape the nation.
Responsibilities:
● Report and write breaking news and enterprise stories on DC politics and government actions.
● Land interviews with power brokers in DC politics
● Cover legislative battles, policy shifts, elections, and key political figures.
● Break exclusive stories and find fresh angles on widely covered issues.
● Build and maintain a strong network of sources, from lawmakers and lobbyists to administration and campaign officials.
● Stay on top of political developments in real time and file timely, accurate copy.
● Use public records, FOIA requests, and social media to surface and verify stories.
● Work closely with editors and colleagues to produce fast, engaging coverage across digital and social platforms.
Requirements:
● Minimum five years of newsroom reporting experience, with a focus on DC or political coverage.
● Experience writing about the White House and Congress and building sources within the Trump administration
● Proven ability to break news, cultivate sources, and deliver original, high-impact reporting
● Strong editorial judgment and writing skills under tight deadlines.
● Experience using digital tools, FOIA, and open-source reporting techniques.
● On-camera experience and comfort presenting stories across platforms strongly preferred.
● Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as news demands.
_Note: This role will be expected to report into the Washington, DC bureau._
At The New York Post we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
In addition to compensation, the company provides eligible employees a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Pay Range: $85,000 - $100,000
At the New York Post, we're passionate about providing readers with the best in National News, Sports, Entertainment, and Lifestyle like only the Post can - with wit, irreverence and authority.
OUR BRANDS: Include The New York Post (******************** : expert news, extensive, award-winning sports coverage, and insider commentary, Page Six (********************* : an influential leader in celebrity and entertainment news, Decider.com : helping the on-demand generation discover the best streaming content, and Alexa (************************** : our luxury lifestyle print edition focused on the best in luxury fashion, real estate and travel.
OUR REACH: People love us. We are one of the largest growing digital networks, averaging over 90 million unique visitors a month! Our social footprint continues to expand across Facebook (********************************* , Twitter (*************************** , Instagram (**************************************** , TikTok (*************************************** , and YouTube (*************************************** , where our videos average 313 million monthly views.
OUR PEOPLE: The Post team is a group of diverse, creative, passionate minds - ever evolving and innovating. We believe news doesn't have to be boring to be news… so we make sure it isn't!
OUR GROWTH: An ever evolving multi-platform media company, we span print, digital, video, social, podcast, app, commerce/affiliate, original TV programming, and Post Sports+ (************************************* , our newly launched Sports membership experience!
We're growing. Come join us!
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Economic Policy Reporter
News writer job in Washington, DC
Who we are Semafor is a global news platform for an increasingly complex world in which consumers are overwhelmed by too many news sources and unsure what to trust. We are building Semafor to enable world-class journalists to deliver reporting and insights with rigor in journalistic forms that ensure a new level of transparency. Our editors and reporters distill the most important stories from all over in formats that uncover the forces shaping the stories, explain the interests behind polarizing narratives, and replenish the stock of shared facts. As a global platform, Semafor recognizes that smart people can disagree and that informed readers need to understand alternative points of view from competing centers of power and culture in a multi-polar world. Want to join us? Read on.
The Role
We're looking for a proven, news-hungry Washington reporter to join the Semafor DC team. You would be writing agenda-setting stories covering the Trump White House - with a broad emphasis on the administration's economic priorities and choices and the global implications of those moves, but ranging far beyond at will. We're looking for someone who has a track record of sourcing up in and beyond the White House and/or federal agencies and a keen eye for the next big policy and political story. You'll be a crucial member of our editorial team, contributing to Semafor's daily report as well as our Principals newsletter - a must-read inside and outside Washington for insights into its policy and politics - and working with our business reporters. This is a high-profile role that will also be asked to play a major role in our live journalism business, moderating and helping with editorial planning and recruiting guests for event tentpoles that include our annual World Economy Summit. We're looking for a versatile reporter who has a proven record of thinking beyond the story of the day, who can spot and explain bigger themes, and has the drive necessary to thrive in a new, ambitious environment.
Your Responsibilities
* Break news and deliver definitive analysis on the Trump administration economic agenda.
* Build and maintain key sources in the administration, and beyond.
* Collaborate across the DC and Wall Street team and the rest of Semafor to break stories across multiple beats.
* Help plan editorial content for and otherwise contribute to Semafor's live journalism events, a slate led by the annual World Economy Summit.
What Makes You Qualified
* 4 or more years of relevant experience covering Washington.
* Proven ability to source deeply in complicated organizations and deliver stories that blend insider knowledge with authoritative writing.
* Proven understanding and ability to explain complex financial and economic stories.
* Passion for, and experience with, moderation of live interviews.
* Experience in scrappy and/or dynamic environments and willingness to jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed.
* A passion for news in all its forms.
Additional Job Details
This position is based out of our Washington, D.C. office. In office Monday - Thursday and work from home on Friday.
Base salary range is $130,000 - $180,000.
Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours and frequently travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Additional job details
Semafor offers a Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to our full-time, salaried employees who may take paid time off as-needed without a prescribed limit or defined balance.
Semafor, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Semafor, Inc. will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Auto-ApplyFloor Action Reporter / BillTrack Researcher
News writer job in Washington, DC
Job Description
Thank you for your interest in this position with CQ Roll Call, a wholly-owned subsidiary of FiscalNote. The recruitment for this role is being managed by FiscalNote's Recruiting team (parent company), so you are in the right place! Please continue to review this opportunity and apply at your interest. We are excited to review your background. Thank you!
About the PositionThis position will work with other members of the floor and committee reporting team to ensure that CQ's legislative data and live House and Senate floor and committee markup coverage is thorough and immediately relevant. This position is within the Editorial department.
About the Legislative Action TeamFloor Action Reporters produce fast, concise and comprehensive descriptions of the policies that take shape on the chamber floors and assist with the publication and maintenance of various CQ.com databases and written content to provide CQ Roll Call's clients and the newsroom with superior information. Our work entails data entry and proofing, drafting emails for use by editors and reporters in the CQ newsroom, and publishing analytical written pieces describing legislation.
About You This position requires exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure and meet firm deadlines, and an understanding of the legislative process. Floor Action Reporters cover House and Senate action gavel-to-gavel and must be available to work from the press gallery office spaces within the U.S. Capitol building for work hours largely decided by the congressional schedule.
The base salary for this position is $67,000 per year.
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Track every action on the House or Senate floor as it happens, providing complete, timely coverage and precise descriptions of both the policy and legislative procedure involved at the time, within set deadlines and in accordance with CQ Roll Call and Associated Press editorial style standards.
Read, summarize and analyze bill text and floor actions; prepare impartial, fact-based bill summaries of *all* measures and amendments that are the subject of floor activity in either chamber for publication or internal newsroom circulation.
Backstop and/or collaborate with team members and others in the newsroom to provide detailed and informative analysis of congressional committee actions.
Quickly and accurately collect and process legislative data, text bill information and other related information as assigned by your editor.
Master a handful of operational tools, procedures and software systems to maintain CQ's legislative data and develop a broad understanding of CQ Roll Call databases and legislative tracking products.
Balance long hours and an unpredictable congressional schedule while juggling multiple assignments.
Report breaking news from the House and Senate floors and promptly respond to -- and act upon -- newsroom questions or requests for floor information.
Work with editors and other reporters to develop reporting, writing and general news-gathering skills; cultivate relationships with congressional and government agency sources for journalistic and document-sourcing purposes.
In time, contribute ideas about product priorities, data quality and how to improve operations within CQ's legislative research and analysis department.
Perform other duties as assigned and to be a team player.
What Sets You Apart
At least one year of research or writing experience, preferably in a political or policy-focused capacity; equivalent experience on Capitol Hill; or equivalent experience in journalism, whether as a researcher, reporter or copy editor.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Strong interest in policy, politics and/or procedure.
The ability to read and summarize drafts of legislation and amendments, drawing relevant context from the U.S. Code and relevant, reliable sources.
Ability to write objectively about legislative proposals.
Experience with large amounts of data entry, proofing and related research.
Strong attention to detail and good organizational abilities.
The ability to work a schedule that largely mirrors the House and Senate daily/weekly hours of operation.
The ability to meet strict deadlines.
Familiarity with congressional operations and the policy-making process.
The ability to develop sources, gather information and process content consistently with CQ Roll Call's editorial style and standards.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply!
When applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact ******************************, we'd be happy to connect!
As part of FiscalNote's commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with medical conditions or disabilities that will enable their access to the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please send an email to ****************************** to let us know the nature of your request.
About FiscalNote FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.
Home to CQ, FrontierView, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.
At FiscalNote, We Lead with ValuesKnow your Audience ∙ Find the Truth ∙ Drive Alignment ∙ Level Up ∙ Own the Job ∙ Bias for Action ∙ Support the Family
Company BenefitsFiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we're all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at *****************************************
FiscalNote values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. FiscalNote is an EEOC employer.
FiscalNote uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit *********************
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