White House Reporter

Job Description

The White House sits at the center of political power and the news cycle, particularly as the 2024 presidential race begins to rev up after this year's midterm elections.

The Hill is looking for an experienced and energetic reporter to join our team covering the White House.

We want to grow our audience's understanding of what's happening in the White House, and how the president's decisions affect the lives of everyday Americans.

The position will also work closely with our campaign team amid possible battles for both the Democratic and Republican presidential nominations next year.

Any person in this position will be represented by the Washington-Baltimore News Guild, Communications Workers of America Local 32035, AFL-CIO.

About the Role

The position requires an ability to build sources and find interesting scoops and angles that explain the happenings of the current administration. Strong people and analytical skills will be an asset to dig out stories on a wide variety of political and policy issues.

It requires the ability to juggle breaking news stories that beat the competition; explainers that help a broad, national audience understand why a White House action or statement is important; and enterprise stories that illuminate the personalities and issues at the center of US power.

Skills and Qualifications

This position requires a t least three years of experience in a newsroom.

How to Apply

Please upload your materials combined into one single document with as much of the following as possible: your updated resume, a brief cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the position, and your portfolio/clips or links to a few samples of your work. Completing these steps will ensure that you receive the highest consideration.  

About the Hill  

Established in 1994, The Hill is the country's definitive digital source for non-partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it's known as an essential, agenda-setting read for lawmakers and influencers. Beyond the Capitol, The Hill's trusted content is shared more often on social media than any other political news brand in America. 

Our properties include TheHill.com, reaching a monthly audience of 41M; Hill.TV, the largest independent video platform within the Beltway with 1.4B annual views; The Hill's print edition, one of the most influential sources for law and policy makers; Elevate Studios, creating breakthrough branded content offerings for leading marketers; and The Hill Events, which hosted 70 virtual events last year, featuring 92 Members of Congress and 88 industry leaders in meaningful policy discussions.

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