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Washington State Standard helps readers understand how state government works and how decisions made by those in power affect people living and working in the Evergreen State. Our stories shed light on how the state is spending tax dollars, implementing laws and carrying out major projects. Readers count on us for the latest on all the action in Olympia
Part of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization, Washington State Standard believes in enlisting and empowering journalists to do impactful, ambitious work. Our reporting focuses on the Legislature, governor’s office, state agencies, elections and other assignments.
The Washington State Standard is based in Olympia. This reporter could be located there or in eastern Washington to allow for meaningful reporting on how state government and policy affect Washingtonians’ daily lives in that region. The reporter will produce daily and enterprise stories, take photos, and share content on social media.
The minimum salary for this position is $52,000 and rises with experience. Relocation stipend may be considered. Our generous benefits package includes:
Laptop and any necessary equipment will be provided by States Newsroom.
States Newsroom is dedicated to producing journalism at all levels — from quick hit to investigative — but not at the expense of burning out its employees. We are supportive, exciting, welcoming and positive. We believe in creating sustainable careers for journalists on the crucial state government beat.
States Newsroom’s mission is to connect people to the power that shapes their daily lives through relentless reporting and incisive commentary on state government and policy. Journalism is a powerful force for social change, uniquely suited to challenging systemic inequality and racism. Our goal is to build an organization that fulfills that mission.
At States Newsroom, we believe we strengthen our work and improve our insights when we incorporate the perspectives of people who come from different backgrounds and have had different experiences. We are committed to diversity and prioritize equity in all recruiting and hiring. We are always working to better represent our communities and are supported in these efforts by a network-wide Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice committee.
We’re looking for candidates with at least 3 years previous news reporting and/or editing experience (student journalism counts), sound news judgment, flexibility, and the ability to manage ongoing and short-term projects with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Knowledge of Washington’s political landscape and leaders, previous digital, photography and/or videography experience, and an entrepreneurial spirit are strong assets. States Newsroom journalists are expected to produce at least four posts per week.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Authorization to work in the United States is required. All States Newsroom employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of hire.
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