Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Work within two blocks of the White House - Learn how to be a reporter on the national scene!

We strive to be the most innovative, successful, results-driven training ground for up-and-coming journalists in America. Our American Journalism Institute trains, mentors and launches the next generation of reporters, all while providing full time salary and benefits. As a Reporting Fellow you will investigate and tell stories that are overlooked or intentionally ignored due to media bias. Meanwhile, through our process and results, we make both the pragmatic and the emotional case for truth in journalism.
We will train you to be a reporter who can deliver smart, incisive reporting on issues important to the American public.

Who are we looking for?

A candidate should excel in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines, juggle multiple projects simultaneously, and build sources both in D.C. and across the country. The ideal candidate should:
Be a driven, proactive "self-starter" with a passion for working on intense, high-impact tasks.
Possess integrity, understand the importance of journalistic trust, and be committed to reporting the truth no matter what.

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of this position will include:
Content Creation: Research and write articles reflecting a depth of subject matter knowledge, and identify opportunities for telling stories on multiple platforms.
Reporting Strategy & Vision: Work with editors to identify topics for reporting in alignment with an America First brand voice.
Quality Control: Ensure all published content meets high journalistic standards and aligns with the Daily Caller/Daily Caller News Foundation brand.

Qualifications:

The candidate should be a strong problem-solver and a detail-oriented individual with proven writing skills. They should work naturally within a team environment and possess the ability to work with little supervision. In addition to these attributes, we prefer candidates with the following abilities:
Education: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent subject-matter expertise, preferably in journalism or communications. Will consider other options.
Optional Digital Proficiency: Proficiency in content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and multimedia storytelling (video/audio).
Familiarity with social media platforms and experience in content creation.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Sense of purpose and humor.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following in one PDF file to Kendel@dcnf.org : Résumé and a cover letter detailing your interest in The Daily Caller News Foundation’s mission.

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Full time

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