News Team Staff Researcher (Remote)

The Position

Ballotpedia is seeking a full-time, 100% remote Staff Researcher to join our News Team. 

The News Team is responsible for identifying and capturing mission-related news events to provide audiences with clear, accurate, and impartial political information. We track and update readers on hard-to-find items, from state legislative candidate declarations and unscheduled officeholder transitions to political party ballot status across the United States and its territories. We strive to provide any interested party with the details that comprise our complex political landscape.

A successful staff researcher will be passionate and knowledgeable about politics. They will be comfortable conducting and organizing extensive research using various media, political websites, and official government sources. They must have the ability to distill complex topics into neutral and concise information for a variety of audiences. They will also be comfortable producing work under regular deadlines and flexible enough to reprioritize work when unexpected events unfold in the political world. 

A strong candidate for this role will have a driving desire for accuracy, completeness, innovation, and neutrality. They will demonstrate excellent writing and proofreading skills, as well as a passion for improvement and innovation. Constructive feedback is welcome and taken as an opportunity for growth. The candidate should be comfortable r