Your New Role…

CNN Digital is looking for a Writer to join our team covering the US legal system, Supreme Court, Justice Department and other high-profile legal issues.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• This writer will work with reporters across CNN’s Washington, DC-based Justice newsgathering team as well as CNN’s digital teams to break news and cover the stories and conversations across the justice and legal world. 

• You will collaborate on, report and write daily stories, breaking news, long-term and evergreen projects. 

• Top-notch writing skills, the ability to execute quickly and cleanly, and the expertise to elevate storytelling will be key. 

• You should be knowledgeable about how to shape pitches and execute assignments, enjoy the energy and stimulation that comes from working as part of a team, and have a proven track record of successful collaboration in a matrixed organization.   

• Beat area will include the US legal system and courts, the US Supreme Court, civil rights and policy issues, and Justice Department.

Qualifications & Experience…

• 2+ years of editorial experience 

• College degree preferred 

• Excellent writing and storytelling skills 

• Experience with legal or justice coverage preferred, but not required 

• An understanding of how to write and frame stories for a digital audience 

• Ability to report and write breaking news on deadline 

• Ability to generate distinctive story ideas and report and write them accurately 

• Ability to collaborate across teams to produce content, brainstorm ideas and cover fast-breaking news

• Ability to drive content into new mediums, which could include   newsletters, podcasts, etc.