Remote News Researcher - Politics & Data

Ballotpedia

Oregon

Hybrid

USD 43,000 - 44,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Ballotpedia is seeking a full-time Staff Researcher to join our News Team in a 100% remote capacity. The role focuses on identifying and capturing mission-related political news, updating readers with clear, accurate, and impartial information sourced from government and trusted media outlets.

A strong candidate will distill complex political topics into neutral summaries, work under deadlines, and collaborate across Ballotpedia's departments to improve coverage of federal, state, and local

Qualifications

Passion for Ballotpedia's mission.
Knowledge of the United States' political system and elections.
Experience with databases and spreadsheets.
Experience in writing/editing (professional preferred).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Self-awareness and a drive toward constant improvement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with Ballotpedia staff across departments.
Strong project management skills; multitask and prioritize.
Willingness to work periodic evenings and weekends.
Interest in using AI tools to increase productivity.

Responsibilities

Monitor a specific list of sources to identify breaking news updates, including media and political websites and official government sources.
Update relevant articles based on identified stories.
Work extensively within Ballotpedia's database to track and update information.
Ensure data accuracy on-site and in the database.
Conduct regular reviews (sweeps) of officeholders and candidates at federal, state, and local levels.
Follow processes and procedures as assigned by editors and supervisors.
Generate content about complex topics in a neutral, clear, and concise manner.
Conduct systematic research to collect data on officeholders, candidates, and elections (URLs, social handles, dates).
Proofread content effectively and efficiently.
Interact professionally with coworkers, customers, and media.
Research jurisdictions not yet detailed for potential inclusion.
Complete designated tracking spreadsheets to capture updates over time.