Job description
The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is looking for an energetic, thoughtful reporter to join our courts team and grow our audience’s understanding of the judiciary.
About the Role
The judiciary is increasingly playing a dominant role in a divided government, staking out a spot at the center of U.S. politics while setting policy and curbing actions by the executive.
The position requires a number or talents, most importantly the ability to quickly dissect complex legal-speak into news prose — all through the prism of politics.
This job will focus on big political cases moving through the court system, including the investigations surrounding former President Trump. It will also incorporate other big legal cases in state and federal courts, and will assist in our coverage of the Supreme Court.
It requires the ability to work with our other courts reporter to juggle breaking news stories that beat the competition; explainers that help a broad, national audience understand why a court decision is important; and enterprise stories that illuminate the personalities and issues at the center of the judiciary.
Skills and Qualifications
This position requires at least three years of experience in a newsroom.
Law degrees are helpful but not required.
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.
Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $90,000 commensurate with experience and skill level. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, Life Insurance, and 401K with company match.
Any person in this position will be represented by the Washington-Baltimore News Guild, Communications Workers of America Local 32035, AFL-CIO.
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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