Staff Reporter

Daily Kos•Oakland, CA

21d•Remote

About The Position

The Staff Reporter works with the Newsroom team in the Content Division, reporting on politics through an unapologetically progressive lens. This role produces timely, original reporting that equips readers with information and resources to fight for democracy, win elections, and hold our government accountable. This position reports to the Managing Editor. The position may require weekend work.

Requirements

You have at least 3 years of original reporting experience at a digital news outlet, ideally in advocacy or accountability 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 news judgment, with the ability to write clean copy with minimal editing
Knowledge of AP style
Ability to break down complex policies and processes for a general audience
Deep understanding of progressive and U.S. electoral politics
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)
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Identify and pitch several stories per 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
Produce and contribute to data- and graphics-driven reporting that’s centered on statewide politics, campaign finance, voter registration and other topics
Analyze datasets critically to identify trends, inconsistencies, and story opportunities.
Use video-clipping software such as TVEyes to incorporate video into stories as appropriate
Engage readers and expand the reach of reporting through an active, professional social media presence.
Other responsibilities as assigned