Reporter

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Create a daily Axios newsletter that delivers insights and exclusive information tailored for the Washington, D.C. audience.

• Report on local news, lifestyle, sports, events, and cultural traditions.

• Lead important discussions surrounding local news topics.

• Experiment with and utilize AI technology for reporting and newsletter creation.

• Write in a conversational tone consistent with Axios' Smart Brevity style.

• Contribute to the development of Axios Local and influence its future direction.

• Deliver reliable, audience-centric news content that aids local readers in comprehending their community.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong understanding of the local market along with the sourcing needed to engage busy readers.

• Background in covering news in D.C.

• Excellent sources and the capability to establish new ones.

• Ability to break news stories and generate unique concepts.

• A deep curiosity about your hometown, regardless of how long you have lived there.

• A wealth of ideas to contribute.

• Comfort in expressing voice and personality in your writing.

• Proven track record in a fast-paced news environment while adhering to deadlines.

• A startup mindset and entrepreneurial spirit.

• Capability to develop AI proficiency and utilize AI tools to enhance productivity, creativity, and efficiency.

• Aiming to become an indispensable resource for local readers and for Axios Local.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

• Comprehensive PPO and High Deductible health insurance options within the Blue Cross Blue Shield network.

• Employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) for those opting for the high deductible health plan.

• Coverage for dental and vision needs.

• 12-week paid leave for primary caregivers.

• Generous vacation policy alongside holidays.

• One mental health day provided each quarter.

• Annual stipend for learning and development opportunities.

• Monthly $100 stipend for work-from-home expenses.

• Access to tele-mental health services via Headspace.

• Membership with OneMedical, which includes telehealth services.

• Personal health advocacy support through HealthAdvocate.

• Inclusive benefits for fertility, hormonal health, and family planning offered through Carrot Fertility.

• Access to the Axios “Family Fund,” established to provide financial assistance to employees during times of financial hardship or emergencies.

• Enhanced flexibility in work arrangements for parents and caregivers.

• Virtual social events sponsored by the company.

• A strong, positive workplace culture.

• Commitment to fostering an open, inclusive, and diverse work environment.