How much does a Political Journalist make in the United States? The average Political Journalist salary in the United States is $37,297 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $30,613 and $48,083. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Political Journalist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Political Journalist Salary $24,529 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Political Journalist Salary $30,613 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Political Journalist Salary $37,297 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Political Journalist Salary $48,083 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Political Journalist Salary $57,903 US March 26, 2024
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Hearst Television - Rogers , AR
Job Description 40/29, in Rogers, AR is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them LIVE. Responsibilities •Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays •Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports •Put together high-quality packages •Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries •Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms •Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories Requirements •Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing •Creative writer and editor •Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers •Can provide samples of reporting and photography •Experience dev
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University of Denver - Denver , CO
Adjunct Faculty 1 **Adjunct Faculty, Newswriting & Reporting** **Job no:** 494138 **Work type:** Adjunct Faculty **Location:** Denver, CO **Categories:** Faculty The Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies (MFJS) in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Denver offers students a robust understanding of the role of the media in contemporary society. With its emphasis on developing strong communication skills across various platforms and its grounding in the critical evaluation of media practices, the departments offerings prepare students for the pursuit of excellence in the constantly evolving media, film and journalism professions. The Department offers undergraduates degrees in film studies and production, journalism studies, media studies, and strategic communication (public relations). At the graduate level, the Department offers a master of arts in media and public communication (strategic communication or media and globalization emphasis
- 1 day ago
Ballotpedia - Middleton , WI
The Position Ballotpedia is seeking a full-time, 100% remote Staff Writer to join our Marquee Team. The Marquee Team is responsible for becoming experts in the stories, conflicts, and elections that matter most to voters, constituents, and the public at large. We are responsible for neutrally presenting the most important facts and news updates about these stories. We focus on the stories that matter most to broad swaths of our readers, and on those that stand to have the greatest effect on the balance of power and political outcomes in the country. We cover stories at all levels of government, from presidential elections down to school boards where the balance of power is at stake. A successful staff writer will be passionate and knowledgeable about politics. They will be comfortable conceiving and designing research methods. They will be comfortable conducting extensive research using media and political websites, official government sources, and through direct person-to-person outre
- 1 day ago
The Daily Upside - New York , NY
Who We Are The Daily Upside is a fast-growing digital media company covering business, finance, economics, and investing. Our team of career journalists covers the events and forces shaping the global business climate with a passion for peeling back the layers of market-moving stories. Our flagship newsletter has scaled from zero to ~1 million subscribers in less than three years and boasts an industry-leading 45% unique open rate. Patent Drop, our tech newsletter, reaches 70k+ technologists, engineers, and product strategists with differentiated coverage on the future of tech. Power Corridor, our latest newsletter, covers the intersection of Wall Street and DC. Above all else, our mission is to empower forward-thinking business leaders with a nuanced understanding of the subtext and underlying drivers shaping the economic outlook. We write in a manner that’s equal parts engaging and insightful, with a mission to be a “must read” for global business leaders looking to stay sharp on imp
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Nexstar Media Group - Huntington , WV
The Huntington, WV Multimedia Journalist- Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions Pitches stories to news manage
- 3 days ago
Gray Television - Mankato , MN
About Gray Television: Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. About KEYC: Since 1960, KEYC-TV/KMNF-LD, a CBS, CW, FOX and NBC-affiliated media company, has succeeded with a culture that values skills, encourages creativity, and fosters professional growth. Enjoy all four seasons in the booming Greater Mankato metropolitan area. The friendly, welcoming region is a happy mix of city and country living. We broadcast more than 40 hours of local news, weather, and sports each week and maintain the most highly visited social media sites in southern Minnesota. We broadcast more than 25 hours of local news, weather, and sports each week an
- 3 days ago

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    Political Journalist

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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