Political Enterprise Reporter
Position description
The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture, and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world.
Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include US politics, technology, the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, health, sports, culture, and more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans, and Los Angeles. The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization funded by readers around the globe.
It's the talent, energy, and commitment our people bring to The Guardian that makes us who we are. Across our business, we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond, award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial teams, digital talent, and more.
The Guardian US is looking for a Political Enterprise Reporter based in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will be well sourced in Washington and adept at covering the executive branch, political campaigns, or members of Congress.
Department: Politics Team
Reports to: Political enterprise editor
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hybrid/Remote/In-Person: Hybrid
Terms and conditions: full-time, permanent, News Media Guild position
Annual Salary: $110,000 - $125,000
Key Responsibilities
- Work with a dedicated enterprise editor on the Washington desk and be expected to regularly publish original reporting.
- Work with other reporters in Washington to break news, report enterprise stories on the functioning of Washington and its impacts.
- Break news and bring in exclusive stories on US political news
- Bring, build and maintain a wide network of relevant contacts locally, nationally, and globally
- Collaborate on stories by other reporters across the globe, where they require specialist input
- Write regular news features and occasional longer-form pieces that bring the context and characters of US politics to life for a global audience
Qualifications
About You
- Experienced reporter in DC with a strong track record of producing scoops and original breaking news to cover extremism and malfeasance in Washington.
- Track record of breaking original scoops
- Experience covering politics for a national newsroom
- Deep knowledge of at least one key government agency/function (for example national security, defense, health care, etc)
- Experience working on an enterprise desk and writing for a global audience preferred
Application instructions
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