What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capitol Bureau Reporter Job at Hearst Communications, Inc. in City of Albany position at Hearst Communications, Inc.?
Capitol Bureau Reporter
The Times Union has an immediate opening for a reporter interested in covering one of the nation’s most fascinating arenas of corruption, raw power and — every now and then — idealism : the New York State Capitol. We’re seeking someone who can break from a highly competitive press pack to produce impactful stories with depth and voice. Candidates should be well-versed in cracking open government secrets through source development and the application of FOIL. Familiarity with the folkways of politicians and the criminal justice system will come in handy.
What you'll do :
- Break down the insider politics and show how legislation will affect the day-to-day lives of New Yorkers.
- Work with an award-winning Capitol Bureau headed by the paper’s managing editor for investigations.
- Stay on top of the interests of the vast state workforce, many of whom make the Capital Region their home.
- Develop a network of sources across a diverse set of communities.
- Work the levers of public transparency law to better serve watchdog journalism.
- Stay ahead of the competition.
- Collaborate across the newsroom, particularly with our digital team, to maximize the reach of your stories.
Who you are :
Requirements :
This is a full-time, union-covered position. It will include some weekend and holiday work.
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