Reporter

About Our Organization: Punchbowl News is a news content company founded by Anna Palmer, Jake Sherman, John Bresnahan, and Rachel Schindler, focused on power, people, and politics in Washington. We are looking for a Digital Producer to join our growing team. Punchbowl News' primary focus is breaking news about power, the nation's political leadership and explaining to our audience of political junkies how Washington works. We produce (at least) three newsletters each day, a daily podcast, dozens of events, and more across our growing product suite. Punchbowl News' theory is that power in Washington emanates from the Capitol - and that's the center of our focus. Our audience includes members of Congress, high-ranking members of the Biden administration, lobbyists, top-level reporters, media executives, Wall Streeters, tech and Hollywood executives, and everyday political fans.FLSA Status: ExemptEmployment Status: Full-time RegularPrimary LocationWashington, DCJob Summary:Punchbowl News is looking for a congressional reporter to join our editorial team. The best candidate will have extensive reporting experience, is well sourced on Capitol Hill and will thrive in a startup-oriented newsroom. Most importantly, this person should have a deep understanding of the congressional leadership and how it operates.Punchbowl News was founded in 2021 with the simple goal of owning the coverage of congressional leaders on Capitol Hill. The New York Times calls Punchbowl News' coverage "aggressive." The Washington Post says that Punchbowl News' three daily editions are an "all-day EKG graph of Congress."The ideal candidate for this job will be a self starter who is obsessed with breaking news and owning their beat. The reporter will work closely with the entire editorial team to own coverage of the power, people and politics shaping legislation.Responsibilities:File alerts multiple times a week on key policy debates shaping Capitol Hill.Contribute to our flagship newsletters, AM, Midday and PM.Qualifications:Washington and Capitol Hill reporting experienceA deep understanding of the policy conversations driving WashingtonTwo or more years of congressional reporting experienceAbility to write clean, concise copyA record of breaking news and high-value enterpriseWork Experience:Two-plus years experience in a newsroom is preferred but not required.An understanding of and ability to navigate content management systems, particularly WordPress, is also a plus.Compensation & Benefits:The starting salary for this role is in the range of $95,000- $150,000. Final compensation will be based on scope, work experience and relevant skills.Punchbowl News offers a 401K plan and employer-matching contributions after six months of employment.Punchbowl News offers robust health insurance (medical, dental and vision).Punchbowl News covers health insurance premiums for individuals and any qualified family members.Punchbowl News offers a generous and fair vacation policy with 20 days of vacation (excluding federal holidays and office-wide closures).Punchbowl News offers an additional two weeks of Punchbowl News wide-office vacation (end of August, end of December).Punchbowl News offers birth parents up to five consecutive months (20 weeks) of paid leave at full salary. Partners or non-birth parents are eligible for a total of 12 weeks of paid leave.Punchbowl News offers opportunities for learning and development through programs, classes and regular internal training sessions.This job is based in Washington D.C.Punchbowl News is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. We understand the importance of fostering a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and can contribute their best work. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent for the role and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups in tech to apply. Our commitment to inclusion drives our innovation and success.

Created: 2025-01-29