Researcher/Writer

We build a wide range of news content, including videos on multiple platform. Our shows are delivered daily to a variety of digital platforms and enjoyed by loyal, passionate fans.
We’re looking for Researcher/Writer to research, pitch, and breakdown daily news stories for original video and written content for web distribution. The ideal candidate must possess an educational background in journalism, political science, or communications. We’re looking for individuals who have strong writing skills, attention to detail, are fact driven, can provide data without bias, and are able to look at a news story from various perspectives. In addition, we’re looking for someone with a high level of self-sufficiency, strong collaboration & communication skills who is able to adapt to changing show styles, schedules, and feedback.
Responsibilities include:

• Research news stories
• Build outlined information quickly
• Find photo and video assets across the web as needed
• Work on special assignments, or other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Research experience in either educational or professional background
• Educational or professional background in journalism, political science, communications, or another related field
• Highly creative, organized, and able to work independently with little direction
• Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, lively changing production environment

Remote work available, LA local not required for this position
Pay - Hourly rate, Overtime available

Please attach a one-page resume (PDF) as well as a one-page news related writing sample of one recent news storythat matches the style of The Philip DeFranco Show on YouTube (NOTE: formatting is not important. We are largely only focused on how you choose to tell the story you chose)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote