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AI Policy Reporter

NewsweekUnited KingdomEditorial: Digital Content UK
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Mid
Posted
7 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This position suits a journalist with a strong background in technology policy reporting who wants to cover artificial intelligence regulation for an American audience from a UK-based digital newsroom. Newsweek is hiring a full-time AI Policy Reporter to produce fast and accurate coverage of governance developments in a hybrid or remote arrangement.

Role Overview

The AI Policy Reporter creates daily content regarding artificial intelligence regulation, policy, and governance targeted at readers in the United States. Operating from the United Kingdom, the professional handles breaking news, original articles, features, and explainers while adhering to strict deadlines and professional journalism standards.

Key Responsibilities

Write multiple articles daily meeting high editorial standards.
Pitch original concepts and develop exclusive stories by gathering quotes, data, and documentation.
Research and compose original pieces addressing artificial intelligence policy, regulation, governance, and new technologies.
Cover breaking news and regulatory updates involving governments, international bodies, regulatory agencies, and technology firms.
Track government announcements, industry studies, social media channels, and Google Trends to spot emerging trends.
Utilize sound editorial decision-making and strict fact-checking to maintain fairness, accuracy, and journalistic integrity.
Partner with editorial, visual, and audience development teams to combine stories with multimedia elements.
Meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced digital publishing environment.
Complete additional duties required to support business operations.

Requirements

Background working in a reputable and fast-paced digital newsroom covering technology, politics, public policy, business, or related subjects.
Demonstrated ability to source, pitch, report, and publish multiple stories daily.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence, technology policy, governance, and regulation.
Strong news judgment accompanied by the ability to write clear digital copy.
Background utilizing Google Trends and social media platforms for story discovery.
Competence in translating legislation, policy papers, regulatory proposals, and technical concepts for broad audiences.
Capacity to produce accurate work under tight schedule pressures.
Understanding of media law, ethical reporting standards, and source management.

Nice to Have

Experience with content management systems, publishing software, and analytics tools.
History of original reporting, including investigative pieces or exclusive coverage.
Familiarity with basic data journalism techniques like spreadsheets and public datasets.
Skills in multimedia production such as image editing and video trimming.
Knowledge of search engine optimization practices and audience growth strategies.
Specific experience reporting on artificial intelligence, tech regulation, data privacy, competition policy, or digital rights.
Experience using Microsoft 365 and Teams within a distributed team environment.

Skills and Tools

Social Media
Google Trends
Content Management Systems
Digital Publishing Tools
Spreadsheets
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Teams
Image Editing
Video Trimming
SEO Techniques

About the Company

Newsweek is a global media organization reaching 100 million monthly readers across more than a dozen print and digital platforms with news, opinion, graphics, images, and video. Operating for over 90 years, the company maintains its headquarters in New York City alongside international editions published in EMEA and Asia. The organization functions as an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly on the official Newsweek careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This is a hybrid or remote full-time position based in the United Kingdom. Individuals living in London also have the option to work from the London office.

What is the primary focus of the AI Policy Reporter?

The reporter produces fast, accurate, and original coverage of artificial intelligence policy, regulation, and governance specifically for an American audience.

Who does the AI Policy Reporter report to?

The reporter reports directly to the News Editor.

What kind of stories will the reporter write?

The professional will write breaking news, original stories, explainers, features, and enterprise reporting, supported by data analysis and official documentation.

Are there specific software tools mentioned as helpful for the role?

Desirable skills include familiarity with content management systems, analytics tools, basic spreadsheets, multimedia editing software, search engine optimization techniques, and collaboration tools like Microsoft 365 and Teams.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Newsweek careers page.

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