Staff Writer

The American Prospect (TAP) holds power to account in Washington and beyond. We are an award-winning public policy magazine in print six times a year and online daily, with a staff that is small but mighty.

We pride ourselves on crafting our own beats, developing our own syories, and otherwise owning the positions in which we work. Skills we value are leadership, initiative, time management, project management, and the ability to respectfully collaborate with the team both in person and online.

TAP is hiring a journalist to supplement our digital initiatives. We are looking for someone who wants to be a part of the fast-paced online conversation about politics and policy, with the opportunity for email newsletters, and for researching and reporting longform articles.

The staff writer will produce several pieces per week for the Prospect website, and serve as a steward for the site’s other content, helping to keep the site vibrant and at the heart of the conversation of progressive politics. The staff writer will also be expected to write for the Prospect’s print edition.

Applicants should have:

at least three years’ experience writing analysis and commentary for a news outlet;
the ability to work quickly and comment on the news in real time;
facility for breaking down political or policy topics so regular people can understand them;
a passion for progressive policy and politics, with the ability to relate that passion to readers;
and, experience using content management systems and producing digital media.

Experience with story editing is helpful but not required, as is experience appearing in the media and speaking publicly about topical news.

Social engagement is a priority, and we are seeking a journalist who is eager to reach readers across a variety of channels and to create new audiences, including through audio and video.

This full-time, WBNG (CWA) union position is based in Washington, D.C., but may be worked remotely. Salary starts at $65,000 with a generous package of benefits. The collective bargaining agreement secures an annual raise.

The American Prospect prioritizes attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. All qualified applicants will be considered, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other such characteristic.

Interested? Tell us what talents you can bring to our team!

PLEASE NOTE: The application deadline for this position has been moved up to Feb. 4, 2024.