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What is the difference between Political Science Journalism Assistant vs Political Science Research Assistant?

AspectPolitical Science Journalism AssistantPolitical Science Research Assistant
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in political science, journalism, or related fieldBachelor's or master's degree in political science or related field
Work EnvironmentMedia outlets, news organizations, or university journalism departmentsResearch institutions, universities, or government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageMedia, journalism, communication sectorsAcademic, research, or policy analysis sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve political science, the Political Science Journalism Assistant focuses on reporting, writing, and media-related tasks within journalism or media outlets. In contrast, the Political Science Research Assistant primarily supports academic or policy research projects, analyzing data and assisting with studies. The roles share similar educational backgrounds but differ in work environment and primary responsibilities.

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Political Information Specialist

Political Information Specialist

FOX News Network, LLC

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Fox News rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 65 rated media

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News Media is seeking a Political Information Specialist to join its news research department in New York. As part of the team supporting the most-watched cable news network in America, you will play a critical role in helping journalists, producers, and executives navigate the fast-moving world of U.S. politics. The ideal candidate is deeply fluent in American government, elections, Congress, political campaigns, and public policy, with the ability to quickly analyze breaking developments, identify key context, and communicate complex information clearly and accurately under deadline pressure. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with exceptional editorial judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for politics who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom environment. The Political Information Specialist reports to the Brainroom Director and works closely with Brainroom Information staff, producers, reporters, and other Fox News Media teams to deliver authoritative political analysis and research across all Fox News Media platforms.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Serve as a subject-matter expert on U.S. politics, government, elections, campaigns, Congress, and public policy, providing real-time analysis and context on breaking news developments.
  • Research, verify, analyze, and synthesize complex information from a wide range of sources to produce accurate, detailed, and actionable research for journalists, producers, and executives.
  • Help produce comprehensive briefing books, political backgrounders, timelines, fact sheets, and research memoranda that inform coverage across all Fox News Media platforms.
  • Monitor and explain major political developments, legislative activity, campaign dynamics, polling trends, and electoral developments, identifying the broader implications for news coverage.
  • Provide rapid-response research and analysis during breaking news events, helping teams quickly understand the facts, context, key players, and historical significance of developing stories.
  • Support major network initiatives and special coverage, including presidential and congressional elections, debates, State of the Union addresses, Congressional hearings, Supreme Court decisions, political conventions, town halls, and other marquee news events.
  • Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, writers, bookers, and editorial leadership to ensure accuracy, context, and depth in political reporting.
  • Anticipate emerging political stories and trends, proactively identifying research opportunities and providing editorial teams with relevant background and analysis before stories break.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
  • Bachelor's degree required; political science, journalism, communications, public policy, history, or a related field preferred.
  • Research experience in a newsroom, political, government, campaign, public policy, think tank, or related environment. Strong political reporting, research, or internship experience is highly valued.
  • Deep knowledge of American politics, government institutions, elections, Congress, political campaigns, public policy, and the modern political landscape.
  • Exceptional research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to quickly evaluate information, identify key facts, and distinguish signal from noise.
  • Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to present complex political issues in a clear, concise, and accessible manner.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines and breaking news conditions.
  • Strong editorial judgment and a demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced news environment.
  • Familiarity with public records, government databases, election data, polling, and political research tools is a plus.
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and major political news events.
  • A genuine passion for politics, government, public affairs, and breaking news, coupled with an insatiable curiosity about the people, institutions, and issues shaping the country.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $74,000.00-80,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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