About Our Organization: Punchbowl News is a news content company focused on power, people, and politics in Washington. We are seeking an AM Web Producer to join our growing team. Punchbowl News’ primary focus is breaking news about power, the nation’s political leadership and explaining to our audience of political junkies how Washington works. We produce (at least) three newsletters each day, weekly policy newsletters, a daily podcast, dozens of events and more across our growing product suite. Punchbowl News’ theory is that power in Washington emanates from the Capitol – and that’s the center of our focus. Our audience includes members of Congress, high-ranking members of the Trump administration, lobbyists, top-level reporters, media executives, Wall Streeters, tech and Hollywood executives and everyday political fans.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-time Regular
Primary Location: Washington, DC
Job Summary: Punchbowl News is looking for a full-time producer to join our growing editorial team and work on our daily newsletters.
This is a key position that includes helping us assemble, edit and produce the AM newsletter and accompanying articles every morning, and assist in producing the midday newsletter. In addition, the job includes editing audio and video for the daily podcast, The Daily Punch. The editorial web producer will also assist with our other products: videos, special edition newsletters, marketing communications, social media posts and live events.
The hours for this position are 4 a.m. – 12 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The best person for this job will have a deep interest in Congress; be highly-organized and have the ability to work under tight deadlines. This position offers opportunities for learning and growth within the editorial team.
Qualifications:
- Two-plus years experience in a newsroom is preferred but not required.
- An understanding of and ability to navigate content management systems, particularly WordPress, is also a plus.
- Strong news judgment.
- Ability to write quickly and copyedit.
- Familiarity with AP Style and strong attention to detail is essential.
- Experience managing social media for a news organization.
- Experience or willingness to learn how to edit audio for a podcast.
- Desire and ability to learn new technologies
Compensation & Benefits:
The salary for this role is in the range of $70,000 - $85,000. Final compensation will be based on scope, work experience, and relevant skills.
In addition to salary, Punchbowl News is pleased to offer other benefits:
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of premiums covered by Punchbowl News for employees and eligible family members.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer-matching contributions, available after six months of employment.
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of paid vacation annually, in addition to most federal holidays.
- Office-Wide Breaks: Two additional weeks of paid company-wide time off—end of August and end of December.
- Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks of fully paid leave for birth parents. Non-birth parents or partners are eligible for 12 weeks of paid leave.
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities through internal training, programs, and external classes.
Employment Eligibility & Equal Opportunity Statement
Punchbowl News celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In accordance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required Form I-9 upon hire.
