Freelance Writer, Politics (R50028684)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox News Media FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month. JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News Digital is seeking a sharp, fast, and politically savvy freelance writer to cover breaking news. You live and breathe politics, thrive under deadline pressure, and can produce accurate, compelling stories at speed. You will cover the biggest stories out of Washington and beyond-from Capitol Hill to the campaign trail.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write fast, accurate, and engaging breaking and trending political stories for FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com

• Monitor national and political news sources for developing stories that resonate with our audience

• Aggregate stories with sharp headlines and proper attribution, adding Fox Digital's editorial value

• Pitch and pursue original reporting and exclusive scoops through source-building and beat development

• Collaborate closely with editors, reporters, and channel producers to strengthen political coverage

• Select, obtain, and optimize visuals (photos and video) to enhance storytelling

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• 2+ years' experience covering news in a professional, fast-paced newsroom

• Deep interest in U.S. politics, from the White House and Capitol Hill to SCOTUS and key state-level battles

• Strong news judgment and a crisp, AP-style writing voice

• Experience with SEO and headline optimization

• Proven ability to deliver clean copy on deadline, under pressure

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays or breaking news shifts

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $30.00-35.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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