State​/Politics Reporter

Job Description

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve.

and The Plain Dealer seeks a Reporter to join their Statehouse and politics team.

has the largest roster of Statehouse and politics reporters in Ohio, so we're looking for a reporter who is passionate about journalism and thrives in a team setting. The reporter will produce daily news and hunt for exclusives while developing high-impact investigations and enterprise stories.

The ideal candidate will have an insatiable legislative appetite, a proven track record of standing up to the powerful and demonstrate an ability to cultivate a roster of trusted sources. The reporter will sift through state legislative proposals to find the policies that impact Ohioans most; produce watchdog journalism; and become the expert on topics our readers care about most.

Ohio’s fingerprints are on almost every major political story. Ohio is home to the vice president, controversial congressmen and a Statehouse that constantly churns out stories that garner national spotlight. Come help us cover them.

Base salary range: $60,000 to $70,000 per year
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• Degree in Journalism or Communications or related field preferred.
• 5+ years’ journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing.
• A proven ability to develop sources, including in government and politics.
• Strong reporting and writing skills.
• Open to leveraging AI and related tools to enhance job performance.
• An ability to cut through bureaucracy and process to produce clear copy.
• An ability to handle deadline pressure.
• Solid social media skills.
• This job requires reliable transportation to meet with sources and cover events.

Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave, an employee assistance program, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, and flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity.

Advance Local Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.