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MANTECH seeks an Overnight Media Journalist to conduct open-source research and analysis for a high-profile government customer in Arlington, VA. This is a remote position.
The selected individual will review a large volume of information across all news media formats (print, online, television, radio, and social media). This person will need to identify key themes in coverage and encapsulate information into easily consumed bullets, reports, and trend analysis to aid senior officials in their day-to-day decision-making.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain a schedule that covers roughly 11 PM to 7 AM, Monday through Friday. At least one weekend per month
Utilize open-source research tools to capture, review, analyze, and interpret traditional and social media coverage, as it relates to a large and complex organization
Continually update search strings and key word searches across all research platforms to ensure all relevant content is captured
Track daily developments including Congressional hearings and other public events for potential compilations and analyses
Monitor and identify short and long-term trends as it relates to the client’s issues of interest and communicate in written products and client emails
Prepare news update products, briefings and executive summaries on select national security topics on tight deadlines
Interface with the client virtually on their needs, changing requirements and new topics of interest
Ability to meet with the client in person in the DC area with no more than 48 hours’ notice is required for this position
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree required, preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, International Relations or a related major
2+ years of news gathering and analysis experience
Experience using Factiva, Lexis-Nexis, TVEyes, Meltwater, Cision, Sprinklr or another social analytics tool
Experience and knowledge of current national security and/or foreign policy news topics
Experience objectively analyzing reporting and news trends
Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a portfolio of published articles
Preferred Qualifications:
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Experience working with / knowledge of current national security and or foreign policy news topics
Clearance Requirements:
Must have a current or active Secret security clearance
Physical Requirements:
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
MANTECH seeks an Overnight Media Journalist to conduct open-source research and analysis for a high-profile government customer in Arlington, VA. This is a remote position.
The selected individual will review a large volume of information across all news media formats (print, online, television, radio, and social media). This person will need to identify key themes in coverage and encapsulate information into easily consumed bullets, reports, and trend analysis to aid senior officials in their day-to-day decision-making.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain a schedule that covers roughly 11 PM to 7 AM, Monday through Friday. At least one weekend per month
Utilize open-source research tools to capture, review, analyze, and interpret traditional and social media coverage, as it relates to a large and complex organization
Continually update search strings and key word searches across all research platforms to ensure all relevant content is captured
Track daily developments including Congressional hearings and other public events for potential compilations and analyses
Monitor and identify short and long-term trends as it relates to the client’s issues of interest and communicate in written products and client emails
Prepare news update products, briefings and executive summaries on select national security topics on tight deadlines
Interface with the client virtually on their needs, changing requirements and new topics of interest
Ability to meet with the client in person in the DC area with no more than 48 hours’ notice is required for this position
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree required, preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, International Relations or a related major
2+ years of news gathering and analysis experience
Experience using Factiva, Lexis-Nexis, TVEyes, Meltwater, Cision, Sprinklr or another social analytics tool
Experience and knowledge of current national security and/or foreign policy news topics
Experience objectively analyzing reporting and news trends
Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a portfolio of published articles
Preferred Qualifications:
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Experience working with / knowledge of current national security and or foreign policy news topics
Clearance Requirements:
Must have a current or active Secret security clearance
Physical Requirements:
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
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Who's Hiring
- Nexstar Media Group20
- GRAY MEDIA18
- Sinclair Broadcast16
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- United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM)13U
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in journalist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated portfolio of published clips across relevant beats
- Proficiency with content management systems such as WordPress or Arc
- Experience with AP Style and deadline-driven newsroom workflows
- Ability to conduct on-record interviews and verify facts independently
- Familiarity with data tools, social media analytics, or multimedia production
Tips for Your Journalist Job Search
Build a beat-specific clip portfolio
Editors hiring for politics, science, or business beats want clips in that subject, not a general mix. Curate two or three tight collections by topic so you can send the right samples to each specific opening without scrambling.
Quantify reach on your resume
Replace vague credits like 'wrote for local paper' with concrete output: article count per month, audience size if public, or awards. Editors scan dozens of resumes and respond to evidence of volume and impact over soft descriptors.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists journalist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target mastheads, not just job boards
Many staff openings at regional papers and digital outlets are posted on their own careers pages days before aggregators pick them up. Check the mastheads of ten publications in your beat weekly and apply before the competition builds.
Prepare a story pitch for the interview
Most journalist interviews include a live or take-home pitch exercise. Walk in with three original story ideas relevant to that outlet's audience so you demonstrate editorial judgment, not just technical skill, from the first conversation.
Negotiate your byline and beat clarity upfront
Before accepting an offer, confirm in writing which beats you own, whether you share bylines on collaborative pieces, and what the publication policy is on outside freelance work. These details are much harder to renegotiate after you start.
Journalist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most journalists?
The companies hiring the most journalists right now include Nexstar Media Group, GRAY MEDIA, and Sinclair Broadcast, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Openings are spread across digital-native outlets, regional newspapers, broadcast networks, and nonprofit newsrooms.
How many journalist jobs are remote?
About 42% of journalist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with availability varying significantly by role type. Digital editorial positions, newsletter writers, and data journalists tend to have the highest share of remote-friendly postings, while broadcast and local beat reporters are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become a journalist?
Start by earning a degree in journalism or a related field, then build a clip portfolio through student publications, campus radio, or freelance pitching to local outlets. Develop a defined beat so editors know what you cover. Internships at newspapers, magazines, or digital outlets convert into staff roles more reliably than cold applications, so prioritize programs that offer real bylines and editing feedback.
How do you get hired as a journalist with little experience?
Editors at smaller regional outlets, nonprofit newsrooms, and hyperlocal digital publications routinely hire reporters with limited professional experience if the clips demonstrate curiosity and clean writing. Pitch short, specific stories to free weeklies or community news sites to build bylines fast. A focused beat, a handful of strong clips, and a cover letter that names a concrete story idea for that outlet will outperform a broad application every time.
What does the journalist interview process look like?
Most journalist hiring processes begin with a resume and clips review, followed by a phone or video screen with an editor. Strong candidates move to an editorial exercise, which may be a timed writing test, a take-home pitch assignment, or a mock interview simulation. A final round typically involves meeting the broader team and discussing beat coverage priorities, publication voice, and workflow expectations before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to journalist jobs?
You can find and apply to journalist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your beat, experience level, and preferred format, then apply directly to each listing. No detours to separate employer sites.
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