Political Reporter (Independent News / Elections & Government)

Remote (USA) | Part-Time (10-20 hrs/wk) | $30 - $40/hr

About the Role

A new independent news outlet covering the people and issues shaping the Democratic Party is hiring part-time reporters ahead of its September launch. The outlet is building toward coverage of the midterm elections and the 2028 cycle, with a focus on Democratic candidates and officeholders up and down the ballot, both on the campaign trail and in office. The publication is founder-funded and reader-supported, with no affiliation to any party committee, campaign, or advocacy organization.

Responsibilities

• Covering a set of candidates, elected officials, or races
• Explaining what officeholders are actually doing in office and why it matters
• Working public records into stories (FEC filings, votes, state disclosures, etc.)
• Interviewing candidates and elected officials

Requirements

• Experience working at a professional news outlet
• Ability to write clearly for readers who don't work in politics
• Comfort with campaign finance data, or willingness to learn it fast
• Capacity to meet regular deadlines