Washington, D.C., Bureau Correspondent

The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest’s largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country amongst regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is also a company under transformation – realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction. Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America – driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan’s life better. We’re looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model. We’re excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state’s most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.

Job Summary:

Star Tribune is hiring a correspondent for its bureau in Washington, D.C. The position involves reporting on politics and policy from the nation's capital in a way that's relevant to Minnesota readers. This reporter will follow Minnesota-connected issues and people in D.C., with particular emphasis on the state's eight U.S. House members and two U.S. senators.

Experience covering a high-profile, complex beat is required. The ability to write quick-turn spot news is important, but the successful candidate must excel at in-depth enterprise stories, as well. This correspondent will need a clear vision for long-term coverage. We will expect this reporter to follow, understand and explain in compelling ways a wide range of topics, including politics, congressional proposals, federal agencies and domestic and international issues.

Applicants must have strong reporting and writing abilities, sound news judgment and creative story ideas for digital and print. Must already have a rich network of political sources.

This reporter must be able to work quickly and under pressure, have strong communication skills and be an independent self-starter. At the same time, it's crucial to work collaboratively with reporters, team leaders, audience team, copy editors, photo and design editors and others in the Star Tribune newsroom.

Other qualifications:

Skilled and comfortable on all social media platforms, and constantly thinking of the best ways to reach our audience with your stories.
An excellent writer, able to tackle several complex stories or issues at the same time.
Willing to collaborate and share ideas with other reporters on your team and across the newsroom.
Adept at posting quickly to the website and eager to embrace digital story forms, such as newsletters, that help engage new readers.

If you are interested, please submit a resume and a letter or memo outlining your approach to the job, including your ideas and priorities, what specific experience you have in covering D.C. and what perspectives you bring to the role that will make the Star Tribune better.

More about the Star Tribune:

At the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being. Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:

Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio. Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance. Wellness program with financial incentives. Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days. 401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.

The Star Tribune also gives back to the Minnesota community. In 2020, the Star Tribune launched the Connect Grant, providing qualifying local Minnesota businesses with a total of $200,000 in advertising credits and services. The Connect Grant serves to empower the future growth of underrepresented business owners through marketing collaboration and advertising.