Full-Time

Congressional Reporter

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Axios

Axios

501-1,000 employees

Local news and information provider

Compensation Overview

$83.5k - $135kAnnually

Mid

Washington, DC, USA

Category
Investigative Journalism
Journalism
News Reporting
Required Skills
Journalism
Requirements
  • Experience on Capitol Hill, either as a journalist or staffer, and the ability to see past the daily noise to spot the news and trends that matter
  • Positive attitude and ability to collaborate and thrive in high-pressure news environments
  • Ability to represent Axios coverage at events and on external media channels
  • Commitment to the Axios mission and Smart Brevity style
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the Politics team to report on the biggest stories and trends shaping the U.S. Congress
  • Highlight the goals and motivations of congressional leaders
  • Break news about what’s shaping the legislative agenda

Axios Charlotte delivers news and information specifically for the Charlotte, North Carolina community. It covers a variety of topics such as careers, real estate, travel, startups, food and drink, philanthropy, and family-related issues. The company creates engaging content to attract a loyal readership, primarily generating revenue through advertising and sponsored content. By partnering with local businesses, Axios Charlotte offers targeted advertising that resonates with its audience. Its daily newsletter, which has over 107,000 subscribers, curates news stories and events, providing a valuable platform for advertisers. Unlike many competitors, Axios Charlotte focuses solely on the local market, allowing for in-depth coverage that is particularly relevant to its readers. The goal of Axios Charlotte is to keep the community informed and connected by providing high-quality local news.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$55.4M

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Local news consumption is rising, benefiting Axios Charlotte's localized content strategy.
  • Newsletters are a growing news source, aligning with Axios's successful newsletter model.
  • Digital advertising growth offers increased revenue opportunities for Axios Charlotte.

What critics are saying

  • Expansion may lead to backlash from local communities in new cities.
  • Dependence on OpenAI could risk authenticity with AI-driven content.
  • Increased competition in local news markets as Axios expands to new cities.

What makes Axios unique

  • Axios delivers news with smart brevity, focusing on efficiency and shareability.
  • The company offers a unique mix of media, tech, business, and politics coverage.
  • Axios Charlotte provides hyper-local content tailored to the Charlotte community.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance (100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)

Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave

401(k)

Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays

Company equity

Commuter and cell phone benefit

A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

Annual learning and development stipend

Company News

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Engadget
Jan 15th, 2025
Axios partners with OpenAI, forgetting the scorpion stung the frog

In its continued pretense of benefiting newsrooms, OpenAI has partnered with Axios in a three-year deal to cover Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Kansas City, Missouri; Boulder, Colorado; and Huntsville, Alabama.

Axget
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Axios partners with OpenAI, forgetting the scorpion stung the frog

Axios partners with OpenAI, forgetting the scorpion stung the frog.

Micro Center
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