Position description
Company: The Asahi Shimbun
Position: News Assistant - U.S. Politics/Congress
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: $36,000 to $40,800
The Asahi Shimbun is Japan’s leading national daily newspaper. Based in Tokyo, it has a circulation of nearly five million. Its North American bureaus are located in New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferable). Background in foreign affairs and domestic politics is highly desirable. Interest in East Asia preferred.
Description
Duties include assisting our Washington-based correspondents with articles by conducting thorough background research, attending press briefings and hearings, gathering news and views, arranging interviews, and closely following developments in Capitol Hill as well as the area of national politics. This position will cover the United States Congress and Department of Justice. Some administrative support, such as transcribing interviews and other assignments, is also required.
Some domestic travel may be required. This is a research position with no article-writing or byline opportunities. Compensation includes overtime pay, excellent medical/dental benefits, commuting expenses, and 401(k). Position will be available immediately.
Application Procedure
Please email cover letter and resume along with 2 recommendation letters to asahidc@asahiam.com
No clips or phone calls, please. /For best consideration, apply by January 31.
Contact Information
Hiring Manager
The Asahi Shimbun
National Press Building
Washington, D.C. 20045
Qualifications
Excellent research skill and communication skill. Master's degree preferred.
Application instructions
2 recommendation letters are required.
