Rapid Response Politics Reporter

Rapid ResponsePolitics ReporterThe Des Moines Registeris seeking arapid responsepolitics reporter with the reporting range to cover breakingand trendingpolitical news fill in at the Statehouse and develop enterprise and investigative reporting related to reporter will produce quick-turnenterprisethatexaminesthe impact of government policy as well as investigative work that holds public officials and state government reporter will also be asked to shoot photos and produce videoat news events including standalone video that could be used on social also beenlisted to usesocial media other digitaltoolsandalternativestoryforms as well as makebroadcast appearances to present news in a variety of formats that best suit the intended he or she will use metrics to understandwhatsresonating with readers and will shape coverage to steadily increase target should havedemonstratedknowledge of how toacquireand analyzedata and in obtaining exclusive information through filing public records Moines is a state capital and Iowa is home to the first-in-the-nation Republican presidential caucuses making the state a hotbed of political news. This reporter will also contribute to campaign coverage including fact-checking statements by candidates and analyzing campaign finance looking for someone who can develop a deep network of sources has a skill for storytelling across platforms and enjoys working with a Moines is a growing city that is home to a vibrant arts and entertainment scene and a large community of young professionals living Des Moines Register is a 17-time Pulitzer Prize winner with a national reputation for its political reporting. We reach readers across the state with our daily Des Moines Register editions our award-winning website and other :Researchreportand produce compelling content that informs and engages readersin a timely live video to spotlight breaking news and high-interest content in alternative forms (listicles Q&As narratives photo galleries video that are tailored to the right platform (mobile desktop social media) to best reach the thoughtful analysis of complex watchdog journalism that leads to real-time metrics to respond to user demand and reader :Bachelors or masters degree in journalism communication or an equivalent combination of education and experience in local least two years of professional journalism experience. Previous state capitol or congressional reporting experience is a -level writing communication and time management ability to work well on track record for keen news judgment ethical decision-making and fair InstructionsWe are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so put together a single document file that includes the following in this order:1. Your resume one to two pages.2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what youve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-NC1