Capitol Morning Report Writer

State Affairs•Sacramento, CA

2h•$70,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

State Affairs is the nation’s leading news and policy intelligence platform focused on state governments. We combine nonpartisan coverage of Statehouses across the country alongside state government data and AI-native tools into a singular platform. We inform and empower decision makers, policy professionals and citizens through our award-winning journalism and data – delivering profound insights to help our customers decode and act on state politics and policy. We’re building a category-defining business that will reshape America as we strengthen visibility into what’s happening and why at the state level. We are hiring a Capitol Morning Report Writer to join our team located in Sacramento, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or related field
Ability to write and proofread.
Ability to be detailed and accurate.
Ability to quickly digest complex information and summarize it clearly and concisely.
Ability to identify information that is relevant and useful to a professional audience.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced daily news environment.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with California state government, the Legislature, public policy or political processes
Experience in journalism, communications, public affairs, government, policy, research or a related field
Interest in government, politics, public policy and the people who shape them

Responsibilities

Monitor news outlets, government websites, legislative activity, agency announcements, press releases, social media and other information sources for relevant developments.
Identify and prioritize information that is useful and important to California's Capitol community.
Write clear, concise summaries of news, policy developments and government activity.
Maintain and update calendars, event listings, appointments, hearings, regulatory notices and other recurring features.
Verify information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of published content.
Assist with original reporting and write occasional stories on state government, policy and politics.
Develop and maintain relationships with sources throughout California's Capitol community.