National Politics Reporter, Voters

The Washington Post is looking for an enterprising reporter to cover voters and the changing American electorate for the National politics team. This reporter will carve out a new beat focused on evolving demographics in battleground states and the ways candidates, campaigns and interest groups seek to mobilize voter blocs large and small. We are looking for someone who can illuminate how political forces animate disparate groups of voters, and why many Americans do not participate in elections. The ideal candidate will have a quick metabolism and competitive drive, spotting trends early with ground-level reporting. We are seeking a journalist who can develop sources and move quickly to break news out in the country, excavating revelatory stories that illuminate nuances about disparate voting groups. The ability to write with clarity and grace, as well as to travel on short notice, is a must. We will expect this reporter to work cooperatively with colleagues on the National politics staff and on other teams. A commitment to innovative storytelling using photo, video, graphics, data and design to find fresh ways to explain political news and engage with readers is essential.