Senior Politics Reporter (Politics)

TL;DR

Senior Politics Reporter (Journalism): Covering American politics, including the 2026 midterms and 2028 presidential race with an accent on breaking news and building high-level sources. Focus on extracting insights from decision-makers, writing deeply reported features, and delivering clean copy on strict deadlines.

Location: Strong preference for candidates based in Washington, D.C., though extraordinary applicants based elsewhere will be considered.

Salary: $97,055.00 - $136,500.00 USD

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning source for independent journalism and a subsidiary of BuzzFeed, Inc.

What you will do

• Break news on the Hill, in the White House, or on the campaign trail.
• Write deeply reported stories on topics driving political discussion.
• Promote published work via TV, radio, podcasts, and social media.
• Travel extensively to provide comprehensive election coverage.
• Collaborate with the politics team and other newsroom departments.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of political reporting experience.
• Proven track record of breaking news and getting scoops.
• Extensive sourcing within national politics.
• Demonstrated ability to write cleanly and accurately on strict deadlines.
• Strong news judgment and intellectual curiosity.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive and inclusive atmosphere on a team that values individual contributions.
• Opportunities for growth via an in-house Learning Team and Employee Resource Groups.
• Comprehensive medical benefits and a family leave policy.
• Retirement plans, paid time off, and unlimited sick time.
• Access to mental health platforms and health and wellness discounts.