Job: News Assistant/Staff Reporter at The Asahi Shimbun – Washington, DC
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News Assistant/Staff Reporter
Organization: The Asahi Shimbun
Location: United States (Washington, DC)
Contact Information: Hiring Manager
Email: asahidc at nationalpress dot com
Description:
Duties include assisting our Washington-based political correspondent with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in the area of U.S. domestic politics. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.
This is a reporting position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Salary is $32,000 to $35,000. Compensation includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, and 401(k).
Please email cover letter and resume. No clips or phone calls, please.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferable). Background in U.S. politics is highly desirable. Japanese language is helpful but not required. U.S. citizenship is required.
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