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This position requires a presence in New York
About the Job:
The Real Deal is looking for a reporter to join a rapidly growing media company focused on real estate journalism and headquartered in New York City. The reporter would be responsible for writing several original web stories per week and produce in-depth features for the website and our monthly magazine on the residential real estate beat, a core area of coverage.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and personalities and a keen desire to learn how the industry intersects with politics, finance, law, entertainment and other areas of the business world. The ability to break news is a must, as is the ability to cultivate sources, pitch story ideas and write clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
- Contribute three to six original articles per week to The Real Deal’s regular coverage of the real estate industry focused on New York City and occasionally on topics of national interest
- In most months, contribute a longer story (1,000 to 2,000 words) to The Real Deal’s monthly, national print magazine
- Occasionally contribute or collaborate on special reporting projects, typically investigative work or deeply researched features
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated writing, interviewing and reporting skills; ability to produce clean, well-organized and accurate copy on deadline, ranging from breaking news to long-form features and investigations
- Ability to write with voice and authority
- Capacity to develop expertise and a robust array of sources in residential brokerage and home sales.
- Ability to obtain and analyze information from databases, property records, financial reports, social media and other sources to identify and enhance stories about the real estate industry
- Understanding of and adherence to journalistic standards, ethics and protocol
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple assignments
- Team player; willingness to collaborate with colleagues; familiarity with newsroom culture
- Business writing experience is preferred
- Ability to do on-camera interviews, host TRD videos and moderate live events is a plus
Who We Are:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This position requires a presence in New York
About the Job:
The Real Deal is looking for a reporter to join a rapidly growing media company focused on real estate journalism and headquartered in New York City. The reporter would be responsible for writing several original web stories per week and produce in-depth features for the website and our monthly magazine on the residential real estate beat, a core area of coverage.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and personalities and a keen desire to learn how the industry intersects with politics, finance, law, entertainment and other areas of the business world. The ability to break news is a must, as is the ability to cultivate sources, pitch story ideas and write clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
- Contribute three to six original articles per week to The Real Deal’s regular coverage of the real estate industry focused on New York City and occasionally on topics of national interest
- In most months, contribute a longer story (1,000 to 2,000 words) to The Real Deal’s monthly, national print magazine
- Occasionally contribute or collaborate on special reporting projects, typically investigative work or deeply researched features
Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated writing, interviewing and reporting skills; ability to produce clean, well-organized and accurate copy on deadline, ranging from breaking news to long-form features and investigations
- Ability to write with voice and authority
- Capacity to develop expertise and a robust array of sources in residential brokerage and home sales.
- Ability to obtain and analyze information from databases, property records, financial reports, social media and other sources to identify and enhance stories about the real estate industry
- Understanding of and adherence to journalistic standards, ethics and protocol
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple assignments
- Team player; willingness to collaborate with colleagues; familiarity with newsroom culture
- Business writing experience is preferred
- Ability to do on-camera interviews, host TRD videos and moderate live events is a plus
Who We Are:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Nexstar Media Group12
- Sinclair Broadcast9
- USA TODAY8
- The Hearst Corporation8
- GRAY MEDIA7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
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- Media & Entertainment
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in political reporter jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, political science, or a related field
- Demonstrated clips covering government, elections, or public policy
- Strong on-record source development and interviewing skills
- Experience with AP Style and meeting daily deadline requirements
- Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing tools
- Familiarity with FOIA requests and public records research methods
Tips for Your Political Reporter Job Search
Tailor your clips to the beat
Editors reviewing political reporter candidates go straight to your clips. Lead with two or three pieces that show source development and policy fluency, not just breaking news speed. A city council investigation outranks ten event recaps.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists political reporter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Name your specific political beat
Generic 'political reporter' resumes get passed over. State clearly whether your focus is legislative, electoral, local government, or policy so editors can match you to the newsroom's actual coverage gap.
Demonstrate source access up front
Political reporting is built on access. In your cover letter, name the officials, agencies, or campaigns you've covered directly. Editors want to know you can get a callback, not just file a summary of a press conference.
Prepare a beat memo for the interview
Many political reporter interviews end with 'what would you cover in the first 90 days?' Prepare a one-page beat memo with five story ideas specific to that outlet's market. It signals you've done the homework most candidates skip.
Negotiate start dates around election cycles
Political desks often want new hires settled in before a primary or general election. If you're offered a role in a slow news window, that's real leverage to push your start date back or negotiate a signing bonus for speed.
Political Reporter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most political reporters?
The companies hiring the most political reporters right now include Nexstar Media Group, Sinclair Broadcast, and USA TODAY, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, New York, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings range from staff reporter to senior correspondent roles across print, digital, and broadcast outlets.
How many political reporter jobs are remote?
About 60% of political reporter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by outlet type. Digital-native publications and national policy newsletters tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while broadcast and local newspaper roles typically require on-site or statehouse presence.
How do you become a political reporter?
Start by building a clips portfolio through student journalism, local publications, or freelance assignments focused on government or civic topics. Develop sources at city hall, state agencies, or campaigns early. Apply to staff reporter roles at local outlets, then move up to larger markets or national desks as your beat deepens and your source network grows.
How do you get hired as a political reporter with little experience?
Focus your clips on local government coverage, even if it's unpaid or freelance work. Editors care more about whether you can develop sources and break a story than where you published it. Statehouse internships, student press credentials for local elections, and covering city council meetings are concrete ways to build a portfolio before landing your first staff role.
What does the political reporter interview process look like?
Most political reporter hiring processes include a clips review, a phone screen with an editor, and an in-person or video interview that often includes a beat pitch or breaking news exercise. Some outlets ask candidates to file a sample story on a tight deadline. Final-round interviews frequently involve meeting the broader newsroom team and discussing long-term coverage priorities for the beat.
Where can I find and apply to political reporter jobs?
You can find and apply to political reporter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that match your beat and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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