Sky News Washington Correspondent

What's the role?

You report on political news stories and events in the United States including live reporting, newsgathering & written copy for the Sky News website. You translate the complex mechanisations of US politics for an Australian audience and interpret US reaction to global news stories and developments. You work to tight broadcast deadlines, following and updating story developments in real time. You pitch and deliver US-based content that is dynamic, engaging and relevant for the Sky News audience. You seek to build and foster relationships with US lawmakers, administration officials & notable US-based Australians.

Responsibilities

• Report and broadcast in both a live and non-live setting
• Demonstrate excellent editorial understanding in pursuing & reporting strong stories
• Produce, write and shoot original news packages and content relevant to US politics
• Operate as a video journalist where required
• Travel as needed across North America – including unplanned, short notice assignments for breaking news
• Write and contribute to skynews.com.au
• Work outside of standard business hours to broadcast content into Australian time zones
• Regularly liaise with Sky’s editorial staff in Australia to discuss coverage
  
  

Who are you?

• Minimum 5 years of reporting experience
• Independence, confidence and resilience to operate independently in foreign countries and work autonomously
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of US politics
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of international news and current affairs
• Ability to operate (or learn to operate) a video journalist kit
• Ability to broadcast live and perform on camera
• Flexibility to respond and react to breaking news
• Outstanding news judgment
• Excellent time management skills and ability to withstand pressure
• Confident networking & connecting with relevant American & Australian officials
• Understanding of the on-call nature of a foreign correspondent role
  
  

News Benefits

News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms
  
  

Who are we?

Sky News is Australia’s leading 24-hour multi-channel and multi-platform news service provider.

Operated by Australian News Channel Pty Ltd (ANC), a subsidiary of News Corp Australia, its channels include Sky News Live, Sky News Weather, Sky News Extra, Sky News UK, FOX SPORTS News and Australia Channel for international audiences.

Sky News Australia also operates a national digital network reaching millions of Australians each month across digital platforms including SkyNews.com.au, YouTube, Facebook and News Corp Australia websites.

Sky News Australia’s unrivalled broadcast and digital news content features award-winning journalists, exclusive insights from the biggest names in politics, ground-breaking special investigations, and live breaking news, sport and weather.

What’s next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at Sky News Australia

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the DEI section.

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