Political video journalist – The US Sun

Organisation: The US Sun
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-time
Working pattern: Office-based four days a week, with some flexibility to work remotely. Occasional evening and weekend shifts are required.

About the role

The US Sun is looking for a talented and driven video journalist specialising in politics and based in Washington, D.C.

The role will cover the stories that matter most to Americans, from Capitol Hill to the White House and beyond, producing compelling and fast-paced video journalism.

As part of the growing US video team, you’ll produce short-form vertical videos and long-form series that bring political reporting to life across The US Sun’s website and social media platforms. You’ll need to make complex political stories feel urgent, accessible and engaging.

Your portfolio should demonstrate a strong command of modern mobile and digital video storytelling, sharp political news judgement and the ability to work quickly in a breaking news environment. You should be comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple projects.

Why join the team?

Part of News Corp, The US Sun describes itself as America’s fastest-growing digital news brand, delivering journalism across news, entertainment, lifestyle and other areas.

Since launching in the US in 2020, the publication says it has exceeded its traffic and revenue goals and established itself as the fastest-growing news site in the US.

Key responsibilities

• Script, produce, edit and publish short-form vertical video content focused on US politics and Washington affairs.
• Monitor the political news cycle and identify stories with strong video potential across breaking news and enterprise reporting.
• Work closely with The US Sun’s editors to develop visually compelling video formats.
• Interview politicians, analysts and experts in the field and in studio settings.
• Collaborate with the wider video and editorial team to bring political journalism to new and existing audiences.
• Uphold The US Sun’s commitment to fast, accurate and engaging journalism.

Essential criteria

• A strong understanding of US politics and the Washington media landscape.
• Proven video-editing skills, including proficiency in Adobe Premiere.
• Experience of creating original video content incorporating footage, still images, graphics and audio.
• Strong news judgement and the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience of covering politics, government or breaking news in a video or broadcast role.
• Confidence in producing and directing shoots, including on-camera interviews.
• Experience of working in a collaborative, cross-functional newsroom environment.
• Flexibility to respond to a dynamic and unpredictable news cycle.
• The ability to make quick editorial decisions under deadline pressure.
• A strong contacts book.

Design and motion graphics skills using After Effects, Photoshop or Illustrator would be an advantage.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, with benefits including healthcare, dental cover and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for career development within a dynamic newsroom.

Working pattern

This is a full-time role based in Washington, D.C. Regular attendance at the office is expected four days a week, with some flexibility to work remotely.

The role involves regular office hours, with occasional evening and weekend shifts.

Equality and diversity

The US Sun values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. It states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

How to apply

Applications without links to a video portfolio or work samples will not be considered.