Trending Political Reporter_

**_Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our mission to strengthen and empower the communities we serve._**Are you a politics and news junkie who is plugged into whats happening in these tumultuous times as we head toward the most consequential election of our lifetimes?Do you follow the elected officials, power brokers, media mouthpieces and analysts who try to shape public opinion?Can you write tightly with lightning speed and an engaging voice on a variety of topics?**NJ Advance Media** is searching for an enthusiastic, self-starting, digitally savvy journalist to help us build on our already expansive reach. The perceptive reporter will be able to spot hot political and news stories and post quickly, while also smartly turning that buried news nugget or podcast comment into an engaging post with a compelling and irresistible headline.While the position will concentrate on politics and news (local and national), the ideal candidate will be versatile enough to write on pop culture, entertainment, sports and weather or any topic that will create high-interest posts to reach new readers.**The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:**+ Strong writing skills with a command of grammar and AP style+ Clever SEO skills that will adapt to moving goal posts+ The ability to perform and adapt under pressure+ Exceptional time management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently+ Familiarity with Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Truth Social and other social media platforms+ A commitment to fairness, professionalism, ethics and diversity**You should apply if you have:**+ A degree in journalism, English or communications, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;+ Minimum 1 year of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing;+ A fluency in SEO, Google Trends and keywords;+ A passion for informing readers with an ability to expand the reach of stories and grow online audience;+ The ability to work independently under deadline pressure and prioritize appropriately;+ A solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics and story structure;+ The poise and organization to handle multiple tasks at once at a fast-moving pace;+ A competitive nature and mindsetTo be considered for the position, please submit a resume, a cover letter that shows off your writing skills and links to five relevant clips.