Writer, Politics

Fox•Columbia, WA

15d•$67,000 - $78,000

About The Position

FoxNews.com & FoxBusiness.com are looking for an experienced Politics Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have years of experience in journalism, a sharp eye for breaking and compelling news, and the ability to serve our audience with accuracy and speed. You “live and breathe” news, consuming content from a wide variety of sources. You can write and produce several stories efficiently each day — covering both the news of the moment and delivering original and exclusive reporting that sets Fox apart.

Requirements

2+ years of experience covering news in a professional newsroom
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
Intense interest in U.S. politics, including campaigns, Congress, and the White House
Strong grasp of AP style and a clear, crisp writing style
Deep understanding of current events and a commitment to precision, speed, and accuracy
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and perform under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom
Flexibility to work some holidays or off-hours as news demands; an “on-call” mentality for breaking news

Responsibilities

Cover breaking political news events, writing quickly and precisely to help solidify Fox News as the go-to site for developing stories
Source national and international media for stories that resonate with FoxNews.com’s audience, aggregating with complete and proper attribution
Pursue original and exclusive stories through trusted source development
Craft sharp, clear headlines and collaborate with editors and PAs to ensure visuals strengthen story presentation
Travel on short notice to pursue stories as needed
Stay engaged with your beat during weekends or holidays as news demands
Inform editors of current and developing stories on your beat daily
Adhere to Fox News Digital’s journalistic standards and processes
Interpret real-time analytics and adjust article framing and presentation accordingly
Collaborate closely with editors and fellow reporters to maintain consistency, accuracy, and impact across coverage