The core function of this position is to be a liaison for Liftable Media, Inc. with the happenings of Washington, DC. This includes reporting, writing, and being aware of all news that will affect our websites and reporting accurately.

Responsibilities

• News Junkie

• Report on current events happening in US elections, domestic and international affairs, and relevant topics as needed

• Construct arguments to support truth in honest and accurate reporting

• Fact-check statements, data, evidence, and other elements to support claims in reporting

• Accept feedback from editorial team and apply new knowledge to writing for our highly engaged audience

• Ability to research and analyze a variety of topics

• Write content catered to our audience

• Ensure that your pieces are accurate and objective

• Ability to work with the content team to brainstorm and generate ideas for stories

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Proven track record of developing D.C. sources

• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines

• Keen interest in current events and politics

• Ability to interact with colleagues and field contacts

• Ability to adapt to the inherent changes of an evolving and growing company

• Passion for writing and a firm grasp of grammatical structure

• Experience with WordPress or other CMS is a plus

• Experience writing for a print or online news outlet is a plus

• Knowledge of AP Style

Company Perks

We value company culture and hold it to a high standard for this reason we try to make work a fun, relaxed and highly productive environment, therefore, we offer:

• Healthcare, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees

• 401K

• Flexible PTO