Video Journalist: Politics
Job Description :Role: Political Video JournalistType: In officeLocation: Washington DCCompany: The US SunPay Range:$90,000 - $105,000About the jobVideo Journalist: Politics – The US Sun (Washington, D.C.)The US Sun is America's fastest-growing digital news brand, delivering bold, accessible journalism to millions of readers every day. We're looking for a talented and driven Video Journalist specializing in politics and based in Washington, D.C., covering the stories that matter most to Americans — from Capitol Hill to the White House and beyond.Why Join Us?Part of News Corp, The U.S. Sun has quickly become a dominant force in digital journalism, delivering exclusive content on news, entertainment, lifestyle, and more. Since our US launch in 2020, we've exceeded traffic and revenue goals, establishing ourselves as the fastest-growing news site in the US.What’s the Role?This is a role for someone who lives and breathes politics and wants to tell those stories through compelling, fast-paced video content. As part of our growing US video team, you'll produce sharp, short-form vertical videos, and longform series that bring our political reporting to life across our site and social platforms. You know how to make complex political stories feel urgent, accessible and unmissable.Your portfolio should demonstrate a strong command of modern mobile and digital video storytelling, a sharp political news sense, and the ability to move quickly in a breaking news environment. You thrive under pressure, juggle multiple projects with ease, know how to get the most out of a story on camera.This is an in-office position based in Washington, D.C., with the expectation of regular attendance four days per week, with some flexibility to work remotely.Day to day you will:Script, produce, edit and publish short-form vertical video content focused on US politics and Washington affairsMonitor the political news cycle and identify stories with strong video potential across breaking news and enterprise reportingWork closely with the US Sun’s editors to develop visually compelling video formatsInterview politicians, analysts and experts both in the field and in studio settingsCollaborate with the wider video and editorial team to bring the best of our political journalism to new and existing audiencesUphold the US Sun's commitment to fast, accurate and engaging journalismWhat we’re looking for from you:Solid understanding of US politics and the Washington media landscapeProven video editing skills, including proficiency in Adobe PremiereExperience creating original video content incorporating footage, stills, graphics and audioStrong news judgment and the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-moving environmentExperience covering politics, government or breaking news in a video or broadcast roleDesign and motion graphics skills (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) are a bonusComfortable producing and directing shoots, including on-camera interviewsExperienc...