Daily Kos · 8 hours ago

Staff Reporter

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$77K/yr - $88K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Identify and pitch multiple stories a day, from quick, short pieces with unique angles on political news of the day as well as longer originally reported stories and analysis

Build and maintain relationships with leaders and staff in elected officials’ offices, campaigns, and advocacy organizations

Contribute to coverage of breaking news and live events, such as election nights and presidential debates

Help the newsroom track news developments in real time and alert editors to breaking news

Use video-clipping software such as TVEyes to incorporate video into stories as appropriate

Work to build a personal brand through an active social media presence

Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

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Original reportingAdvocacy journalismSEOAP styleProgressive politicsGoogle DocsSlackDropboxAsanaVideo-clipping softwareSocial media presence

Required

Must have a minimum of 3+ years of original reporting experience at a digital news outlet, preferably in advocacy journalism, including: Reaching out to sources; Conducting interviews; A base of existing sources and the skills to grow it; A portfolio of work that demonstrates original and enterprise reporting

Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Knowledge of digital best practices, including SEO, headline writing, and metrics

Excellent writing skills, with the ability to write clean copy that does not require substantial re-writing

Knowledge of AP style

Ability to break down complex policies and processes for a general audience

Deep understanding of progressive and electoral politics

Excellent news judgment

Strong time management and organizational skills

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Comfortable with a virtual working environment

Be tech and internet savvy (we use Google Docs, Slack, Dropbox, Asana, and lots of other tools that make work life easier)