Location:
Oakland, California, United States
Postal Code:
Job Category:
Online | New Media
Employment Type:
Full time
Salary:
79250-99500 USD per year
Posted:
02.16.2026
Job Description Location: Remote within the US
Job Type: Regular, Full Time
Daily Kos is the nation’s largest liberal online political community, news organization, and activism hub. We produce news you can do something about. Powered by millions of dedicated activists, we’re transforming media and organizing by empowering regular Americans to reshape politics.
The Staff Reporter works with the Newsroom team in the Content Division, reporting on politics through an unapologetically progressive lens. This role produces timely, original reporting that equips readers with information and resources to fight for democracy, win elections, and hold our government accountable.
This position reports to the Managing Editor.
The position may require weekend work.
Responsibilities
Identify and pitch several stories per day, from quick, short pieces with unique angles on political news of the day as well as longer originally reported stories and analysis
Build and maintain relationships with leaders and staff in elected officials’ offices, campaigns, and advocacy organizations
Contribute to coverage of breaking news and live events, such as election nights and presidential debates
Help the newsroom track news developments in real time and alert editors to breaking news
Produce and contribute to data- and graphics-driven reporting that’s centered on statewide politics, campaign finance, voter registration and other topics
Analyze datasets critically to identify trends, inconsistencies, and story opportunities.
Use video-clipping software such as TVEyes to incorporate video into stories as appropriate
Engage readers and expand the reach of reporting through an active, professional social media presence.
Other responsibilities as assigned
This position is represented by the Pacific Media Workers Guild, Local 39521 of the NewsGuild-Communication Workers America.
Job Requirements Experience
You have at least 3 years of original reporting experience at a digital news outlet, ideally in advocacy or accountability journalism, including:
Reaching out to sources;
Conducting interviews;
A base of existing sources and the skills to grow it;
A portfolio of work that demonstrates original and enterprise reporting
Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Knowledge of digital best practices, including SEO, headline writing, and metrics
Qualifications
Excellent news judgment, with the ability to write clean copy with minimal editing
Knowledge of AP style
Ability to break down complex policies and processes for a general audience
Deep understanding of progressive and U.S. electoral politics
Strong time management and organizational skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable with a virtual working environment
Be tech and internet savvy (we use Google Docs, Slack, Dropbox, Asana, and lots of other tools that make work life easier)
This position is a full-time exempt position and reports to the Managing Editor. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The position offers a flexible work environment, the ability to work remotely, competitive salary, excellent benefits including: full medical, dental and vision benefits, optional 401K with a company match, remote worker stipend, a generous vacation package, traumatic grief leave, as well as employer-paid parental/family leave. Our organizational commitment to personal growth and work-life balance reduces churn and encourages a very rewarding long term position.
Daily Kos is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply. At Daily Kos, we believe that the diversity of ideas, experiences, and cultures that our employees contribute to our organization help us be more effective activists, and we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We have a team of amazing people with different backgrounds and talents that are energized by the day’s news events and are united by common cause. We’re a company that loves learning and supports growth and training for all our employees.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.
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Oakland, California, United States
Postal Code:
Job Category:
Online | New Media
Employment Type:
Full time
Salary:
79250-99500 USD per year
Posted:
02.16.2026
Job Description Location: Remote within the US
Job Type: Regular, Full Time
Daily Kos is the nation’s largest liberal online political community, news organization, and activism hub. We produce news you can do something about. Powered by millions of dedicated activists, we’re transforming media and organizing by empowering regular Americans to reshape politics.
The Staff Reporter works with the Newsroom team in the Content Division, reporting on politics through an unapologetically progressive lens. This role produces timely, original reporting that equips readers with information and resources to fight for democracy, win elections, and hold our government accountable.
This position reports to the Managing Editor.
The position may require weekend work.
Responsibilities
Identify and pitch several stories per day, from quick, short pieces with unique angles on political news of the day as well as longer originally reported stories and analysis
Build and maintain relationships with leaders and staff in elected officials’ offices, campaigns, and advocacy organizations
Contribute to coverage of breaking news and live events, such as election nights and presidential debates
Help the newsroom track news developments in real time and alert editors to breaking news
Produce and contribute to data- and graphics-driven reporting that’s centered on statewide politics, campaign finance, voter registration and other topics
Analyze datasets critically to identify trends, inconsistencies, and story opportunities.
Use video-clipping software such as TVEyes to incorporate video into stories as appropriate
Engage readers and expand the reach of reporting through an active, professional social media presence.
Other responsibilities as assigned
This position is represented by the Pacific Media Workers Guild, Local 39521 of the NewsGuild-Communication Workers America.
Job Requirements Experience
You have at least 3 years of original reporting experience at a digital news outlet, ideally in advocacy or accountability journalism, including:
Reaching out to sources;
Conducting interviews;
A base of existing sources and the skills to grow it;
A portfolio of work that demonstrates original and enterprise reporting
Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Knowledge of digital best practices, including SEO, headline writing, and metrics
Qualifications
Excellent news judgment, with the ability to write clean copy with minimal editing
Knowledge of AP style
Ability to break down complex policies and processes for a general audience
Deep understanding of progressive and U.S. electoral politics
Strong time management and organizational skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable with a virtual working environment
Be tech and internet savvy (we use Google Docs, Slack, Dropbox, Asana, and lots of other tools that make work life easier)
This position is a full-time exempt position and reports to the Managing Editor. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The position offers a flexible work environment, the ability to work remotely, competitive salary, excellent benefits including: full medical, dental and vision benefits, optional 401K with a company match, remote worker stipend, a generous vacation package, traumatic grief leave, as well as employer-paid parental/family leave. Our organizational commitment to personal growth and work-life balance reduces churn and encourages a very rewarding long term position.
Daily Kos is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply. At Daily Kos, we believe that the diversity of ideas, experiences, and cultures that our employees contribute to our organization help us be more effective activists, and we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We have a team of amazing people with different backgrounds and talents that are energized by the day’s news events and are united by common cause. We’re a company that loves learning and supports growth and training for all our employees.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.
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