Washington Reporter

The Role

We're looking for a proven, news-hungry Washington reporter to join the Semafor DC team. You would be writing agenda-setting stories covering the Trump administration and its policy and legislative goals. We’re looking for someone who has a track record of sourcing up in and beyond the Hill, the White House and/or federal agencies and a keen eye for the next big policy and political story. You’ll be a crucial member of our editorial team, contributing to Semafor’s daily report as well as our Principals newsletter — a must-read inside and outside Washington for insights into its policy and politics. We're open to journalists who have come up covering different Washington beats, and who would approach coverage from different directions. We’re looking for a versatile reporter who has a proven record of thinking beyond the story-of-the-day pack, someone who can spot bigger themes and has the drive necessary to thrive in a new, ambitious environment.

What You’ll Do

• Break news and write smart stories on the Trump administration agenda. 
• Build and maintain key sources in the administration and the Hill. 
• Collaborate across the DC team and the rest of Semafor to break stories across multiple beats.
• Contribute to Semafor’s Live Journalism events when needed.

What We’re Looking For

• 4 or more years of relevant experience covering Washington. 
• Proven ability to source deeply in complicated organizations and deliver stories that blend insider knowledge with authoritative writing..
• A clear awareness of the areas where the biggest news in policy and politics will happen over the next four years.
• A comprehensive sense of the competition, and of what the next beat of a big story can be.
• Experience in scrappy and/or dynamic environments and willingness to jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed.
• A passion for news in all its forms.

Compensation: $110,000 - $150,000 USD/year

Salary : $110,000 - $150,000