Political Reporter

Fox Corporation•Chicago, IL

2d•$60 - $72

About The Position

FOX Chicago is seeking a dynamic and driven Political Reporter to lead coverage of local, state, and national politics with a strong emphasis on digital storytelling and audience engagement. This role requires a journalist who thrives on breaking news, holds public officials accountable, and delivers content across broadcast, web, mobile, and social platforms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field
3–5+ years of reporting experience, preferably covering politics
Strong understanding of local, state, and national politics
Proven ability to break stories and cultivate sources
Excellent writing, live reporting, and storytelling skills
Experience publishing to digital platforms and CMS tools
Familiarity with SEO, social media strategy, and audience engagement
Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom
Strong editorial judgment and commitment to journalistic ethics

Nice To Haves

Experience covering Chicago or Illinois politics
Multimedia skills (shooting/posting video on social media)

Responsibilities

Report, write, and deliver compelling political stories for daily newscasts and digital platforms
Develop and maintain relationships with sources within government, campaigns, and policy organizations
Produce in-depth enterprise and investigative political coverage
File quickly and accurately for FOXChicago.com, live blogs, and social media
Create digital-first content including articles, explainers, and video clips optimized for online audiences
Appear live on-air for breaking political coverage and analysis
Collaborate with producers, digital teams, and assignment editors to shape coverage
Use data, public records, and research tools to uncover impactful stories
Engage with viewers through social media platforms and community events
Monitor political trends and identify stories that resonate with a Chicago-area audience
Write and publish multiple web stories daily with SEO best practices
Produce short-form and long-form video content for digital platforms
Contribute to live streams, special coverage, and election night reporting
Leverage analytics tools to inform story decisions and audience growth
Maintain an active and professional social media presence (Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
Experiment with new formats such as newsletters, podcasts, or explainers