Events Team Staff Writer

Accountabilities

• • Research and write clear, concise, and engaging articles covering elections, political developments, government activity, and events affecting political outcomes.
  • Produce strong introductions and ledes that quickly communicate the most important elements of complex political stories.
  • Build, manage, and maintain assigned articles in accordance with established editorial standards, writing guidelines, and quality expectations.
  • Monitor breaking news and political developments daily, using sound editorial judgment to determine when and how articles should be updated.
  • Respond quickly to emerging news by researching and developing new articles when timely coverage is required.
  • Conduct extensive research using media outlets, political websites, official government sources, databases, and direct outreach to relevant individuals and organizations.
  • Apply rigorous fact-checking, proofreading, and research practices to ensure published information is accurate, complete, and current.
  • Contribute to newsletter products and other editorial initiatives designed to provide readers with useful political and election information.
  • Develop and maintain detailed procedural checklists and documentation to support consistent and efficient editorial workflows.
  • Communicate project progress and potential challenges clearly with managing editors and other team members.
  • Learn and consistently apply established frameworks for identifying and maintaining neutrality and avoiding bias in political coverage.
  • Collaborate professionally with colleagues, external contacts, customers, and members of the media.
  • Seek, receive, and incorporate editorial feedback to continuously improve the quality and usefulness of published work.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, solve problems proactively, and introduce more efficient approaches to research and content production.

  Requirements

  • Demonstrated passion for providing accurate, relevant, and unbiased information about politics, elections, and public policy.
  • Strong knowledge of the U.S. political system and interest in political developments at federal, state, and local levels.
  • Professional or academic experience in writing, editing, journalism, political research, communications, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to write about complex topics clearly, neutrally, accurately, and concisely.
  • Strong research skills, including the ability to design effective research methods and work across multiple information sources.
  • Experience working with databases and spreadsheets.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, proofreading ability, and familiarity with editorial style guides.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize work effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced editorial environment.
  • Interest in or experience using AI tools to improve research, writing, and editorial productivity.
  • Strong critical-thinking and analytical skills, with sound judgment when evaluating information and determining what is most relevant to readers.
  • Comfortable receiving constructive feedback and using it to improve work and editorial outcomes.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with colleagues across multiple departments.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, curiosity, self-awareness, and willingness to continuously learn and improve.
  • Proactive approach to identifying problems, improving workflows, and developing innovative solutions.
  • Familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, and Asana is helpful.
  • Must have a computer with reliable internet access and be authorized to work in the United States.
  • A résumé, cover letter, and neutral writing sample of fewer than five pages are required as part of the application process.

  Benefits

  • Starting salary of $42,500–$44,000, commensurate with experience.
  • Annual benefits stipend equivalent to $8,000, paid through regular paychecks once benefits eligible.
  • Benefits stipend may be used toward health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement accounts, and other eligible benefits.
  • Flexible work environment with the ability to manage scheduling around work responsibilities.
  • Unlimited vacation.
  • Fully remote work arrangement.
  • Flexible scheduling designed to support employee autonomy and work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven editorial organization focused on improving access to political and election information.
  • Collaborative environment emphasizing innovation, intellectual curiosity, humility, continuous improvement, and constructive feedback.
  • Opportunity to work across a broad range of political and election stories at federal, state, and local levels.