What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opinion Reporter position at The Daily Wire?
The Daily Wire is seeking an Opinion Reporter to produce timely, compelling commentary on current news, political developments, and cultural issues. Reporting to the Opinion Editor, this role contributes original arguments and perspectives that reflect The Daily Wire’s editorial voice and mission.
This position is ideal for a strong writer with sound judgment and a deep interest in engaging thoughtfully with complex and often controversial topics. As an Opinion Reporter, you will play an important role in shaping public discourse through persuasive, well-reasoned commentary grounded in accurate information.
Primary Responsibilities
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Please Note: Daily Wire participates in E-Verify and performs background checks on all new hires. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Thank you!
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This position is ideal for a strong writer with sound judgment and a deep interest in engaging thoughtfully with complex and often controversial topics. As an Opinion Reporter, you will play an important role in shaping public discourse through persuasive, well-reasoned commentary grounded in accurate information.
Primary Responsibilities
- Write original opinion columns, essays, and commentary under deadline
- Develop clear, persuasive arguments informed by current events, research, and editorial direction
- Conduct background research and fact-check claims to ensure accuracy
- Stay current on news, policy debates, and cultural trends to produce timely commentary
- Collaborate closely with the Opinion Editor through drafting, editing, and revision
- Respond to editorial feedback to strengthen clarity, structure, and impact
- Uphold organizational standards for accuracy, fairness, and responsible commentary
- Contribute story ideas and pitches aligned with opinion section priorities
- Background in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field preferred.
- Strong persuasive writing and argumentation skills
- Ability to meet frequent and fast-paced deadlines
- Solid research and fact-checking abilities
- Comfort engaging with controversial or polarizing topics
- Clear editorial voice and point of view
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Daily Wire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Please Note: Daily Wire participates in E-Verify and performs background checks on all new hires. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Thank you!
CALIFORNIA APPLICANT PRIVACY NOTICE
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.