Reporter, News

Role Summary • A news writer on Axios's newsdesk — Axios being the Washington-based outlet known for short, scannable stories — reporting to its head of news. The newsdesk is the newsroom's round-the-clock nerve centre: news writers spot breaking stories and write them up fast, in Axios's format, as they happen. Responsibilities • Conduct real-time news surveillance. • Write quick-turn spot news stories adhering to Smart Brevity standards. • Monitor developments on key stories and flag them to subject-matter experts. Required Knowledge & Experience • Ideal: writing experience in a fast-paced news environment, and demonstrated experience monitoring and acting on news. • Knowledge of the digital and social media landscape. Notable Benefits • Includes a $100 monthly work-from-home stipend and an annual learning stipend. Application Process • Apply through the listing link; no specific application materials are listed.