Reporter, NC Newsline

Join NC Newsline and give readers the hard-hitting election and state government reporting they need to make critical decisions for their communities.

NC Newsline, a nonpartisan, nonprofit news organization dedicated to fearless reporting and incisive commentary that shines a light on injustice, holds public officials accountable, and helps improve the quality of life for all North Carolinians, is adding a reporter to its award-winning team.

Based in Raleigh, NC Newsline is part of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization.

This reporter will cover the 2024 election and K-12 education among other topics, produce daily and enterprise stories, take photos and share stories on social media. We are seeking a reporter who can provide important information to readers about education officials, how public money is spent on schools and districts, and the ways that policy decisions affect North Carolina families and communities.

The ideal candidate will know how to track trending topics and hold officials accountable through deep source building and public records requests. The reporting will take readers beyond press releases, providing a deeper understanding of the issues.

This grant-funded position is supported through Jan. 31, 2026, with possibility of renewal.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce regular, high-quality reporting on North Carolina state government and education officials
Contribute regularly to Newsline’s briefs section
Generate story ideas in collaboration with colleagues
Pursue story leads, both self-generated and as assigned, with self-direction and solid news judgment
Approach assignments on deadline with strong communication and follow through with the editor and colleagues
Collaborate with other reporters on projects and to share research and pertinent knowledge when/if available
Take photos and video to illustrate and amplify stories

QUALIFICATIONS

We’re looking for a candidate with at least three years previous news reporting and/or editing experience (some student experience counts), sound news judgment, flexibility, and the ability to manage ongoing and short-term projects with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Knowledge of North Carolina’s political landscape and leaders, previous digital, photography and/or videography experience, and an entrepreneurial spirit are strong assets. NC Newsline journalists are expected to produce at least four posts per week.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Authorization to work in the United States is required. All States Newsroom employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID within 30 days of hire.

The salary for this reporting position starts at $55,000 and rises with experience. Our generous benefits package includes:

Premium-free platinum healthcare for employees and their families (i.e., nothing comes out of your paycheck!)
4 weeks of vacation per year
2 weeks of personal leave per year
20 hours of paid volunteer time per year
11 paid holidays per year
$75 monthly cell phone reimbursement
$200 cell phone replacement benefit every two years
$75 monthly fitness benefit
401K with up to 3% match
12 weeks of parental leave
Annual DeleteMe subscription

New laptop and any necessary equipment will be provided by States Newsroom.

ABOUT OUR CULTURE

States Newsroom is dedicated to producing journalism at all levels — from quick hit to investigative — but we also aim to be supportive, exciting, welcoming and positive. We believe in creating sustainable careers for journalists on the crucial state government beat.

States Newsroom’s mission is to connect people to the power that shapes their daily lives through relentless reporting and incisive commentary on state government and policy. Journalism is a powerful force for social change, uniquely suited to challenging systemic inequality and racism. Our goal is to build an organization that fulfills that mission. At States Newsroom, we believe we strengthen our work and improve our insights when we incorporate the perspectives of people who come from different backgrounds and have had different experiences.

We are committed to diversity and prioritize equity in all recruiting and hiring. We are always working to better represent our communities and are supported in these efforts by a network-wide Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice committee.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send a cover letter, resume with professional references, and at least three clips (pdfs or links)

to jobs@statesnewsroom.com. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.