California Playbook Co-Author

Politico•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

POLITICO is seeking a dynamic, enterprising political reporter to join the California Playbook team, writing our must-read rundown of politics in the nation’s most populous state. This reporter should have a strong understanding of California and national politics and a passion for uncovering the forces and personalities driving the day. They must have a lively voice that engages our deep subscriber list and continues to distinguish California Playbook.

Requirements

A deep knowledge of California politics, including the key players and forces driving policymaking and elections across the state.
Excellent reporting skills, including the ability to break news on a regular basis.
Superior writing skills, a distinctive voice and a knack for breaking down politics for insiders and more casual readers alike.
The entrepreneurial drive to produce and help strengthen one of POLITICO’s most-read publications on a daily basis.
Strong news judgment and a sense for which stories will resonate with POLITICO’s national audience.
The ability to work independently yet in close coordination with editors across California and in Washington.

Nice To Haves

Experience sourcing in the San Francisco and Silicon Valley political, business or technology communities is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Work with the California Playbook team to break news and illuminate political dynamics for state and national readers alike.
Build a deep source base across California’s political, business and civic power centers.
Keep a constant eye on daily developments of high interest to our readers.
Write national stories for the POLITICO homepage that explain California political currents and their implications for the nation.
Make regular appearances on television and radio to explain California political and policy news.
Serve as an ambassador for our coverage through POLITICO events.