Description
We are hiring a reporter to be our subject matter expert on the future of transportation and mobility.
Transportation is undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation. The convergence of AI, electrification, autonomous driving, and geopolitics are reshaping the industry , redefining how we move, where companies invest, and which countries will dominate the next era of manufacturing and technology.
In this role, you'll make an impact through the following responsibilities:
- Anchor our weekly newsletter, Future of Mobility.
- Break news and deliver distinctive analysis on the executives, policymakers, and companies wielding power across the mobility ecosystem , from automakers and technology giants to startups, regulators, and global competitors.
- Become our public authority on stage and elsewhere to help illuminate these issues.
Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios' mission and have the following skills:
- A commitment to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment.
- A belief in Smart Brevity as the core writing style of Axios.
- Reporting experience in a fast-paced news environment.
- Demonstrated experience landing big scoops and conceptualizing big ideas.
- Strong writing skills for online and newsletters.
- Ability to command a stage and live interview.
- Experience working across teams to produce quality content.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Starting salary for this role is in the range of $130,000 - $180,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills.
What Axios brings to the table besides salary:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
- Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
- Dental and vision coverage
- Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
- Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
- One mental health day per quarter
- Annual learning and development stipend
- $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
- Tele-mental health services through Headspace
- OneMedical membership, including telehealth services
- Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
- Inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
- Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
- Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
- Virtual company-sponsored social events
- A strong and positive work environment
- A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture