America’s Future Foundation (AFF)
Public Policy Reporter
America’s Future Foundation (AFF), Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
John Locke FoundationRaleigh, NC
January 4, 2026
About John Locke Foundation The John Locke Foundation is an independent, nonprofit think tank working for truth, freedom, and the future of North Carolina. Locke envisions a North Carolina in which liberty and limited, constitutional government are the cornerstones of society so that individuals, families, and institutions can freely shape their own destinies. Locke’s mission is to be North Carolina’s most influential force driving public policy so North Carolinians flourish in a free and prosperous society.
About the role Carolina Journal is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Public Policy Reporter to cover the North Carolina General Assembly and the state’s political landscape. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of state legislative processes, strong interest in policy, governance, and political trends, with the ability to frame stories through a free-market, limited-government perspective. This role is central to informing readers about legislative developments, political strategy, and the ideas shaping North Carolina’s future.
This role reports to the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief, and is a full-time role located in Raleigh, NC. Foundation staff are permitted to work remotely up to two days per week as their responsibilities allow.
Key Responsibilities
Attend Sessions and proceedings of both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly, and track, analyze, and report on major legislation and political developments
Cultivate trusted relationships with lawmakers, staff, and policy leaders to break news and provide insider context.
Write clear, engaging, and timely stories that reflect CJ’s mission to highlight issues of liberty, accountability, and limited government.
Contribute to social media coverage, ensuring CJ’s perspective is represented as narratives form online (particularly on X/Twitter).
Collaborate with colleagues to answer internal questions about legislative movement and political trends.
Produce multimedia content as assigned, including video updates, podcasts, and interviews, to enhance CJ’s digital presence.
Participate in election coverage during campaign cycles.
Travel opportunities may arise; but are not required
Qualifications
1+ years of relevant experience (political or policy reporting preferred)
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple stories
Experience with AP style
Understanding of political and legislative processes(specifically North Carolina is preferred but not required)
Comfortable with digital reporting tools, social media engagement, and collaborative newsroom software (e.g., Trello)
Commitment to Carolina Journal’s principles of free enterprise, individual liberty, and government transparency
Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications, political science, or a related field
What We Offer
A chance to contribute meaningfully to public policy and liberty in North Carolina
Generous paid time off policy
401(k) offering with an employer match
Travel savings account program with an employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA
Life and disability insurance
To Apply Qualifiedcandidatesshouldsubmitthefollowingapplicationmaterials(inorder)in one PDFdocument:
Cover letter including: An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to John Locke Foundation’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
Resume
Two writing samples (samples relevant to JLF’s work are preferred, but any samples are acceptable)
Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.
Questions can be directed to Angela Hight, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: angela@talentmarket.org.
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.
Talent Market is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.
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January 4, 2026
About John Locke Foundation The John Locke Foundation is an independent, nonprofit think tank working for truth, freedom, and the future of North Carolina. Locke envisions a North Carolina in which liberty and limited, constitutional government are the cornerstones of society so that individuals, families, and institutions can freely shape their own destinies. Locke’s mission is to be North Carolina’s most influential force driving public policy so North Carolinians flourish in a free and prosperous society.
About the role Carolina Journal is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Public Policy Reporter to cover the North Carolina General Assembly and the state’s political landscape. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of state legislative processes, strong interest in policy, governance, and political trends, with the ability to frame stories through a free-market, limited-government perspective. This role is central to informing readers about legislative developments, political strategy, and the ideas shaping North Carolina’s future.
This role reports to the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief, and is a full-time role located in Raleigh, NC. Foundation staff are permitted to work remotely up to two days per week as their responsibilities allow.
Key Responsibilities
Attend Sessions and proceedings of both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly, and track, analyze, and report on major legislation and political developments
Cultivate trusted relationships with lawmakers, staff, and policy leaders to break news and provide insider context.
Write clear, engaging, and timely stories that reflect CJ’s mission to highlight issues of liberty, accountability, and limited government.
Contribute to social media coverage, ensuring CJ’s perspective is represented as narratives form online (particularly on X/Twitter).
Collaborate with colleagues to answer internal questions about legislative movement and political trends.
Produce multimedia content as assigned, including video updates, podcasts, and interviews, to enhance CJ’s digital presence.
Participate in election coverage during campaign cycles.
Travel opportunities may arise; but are not required
Qualifications
1+ years of relevant experience (political or policy reporting preferred)
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple stories
Experience with AP style
Understanding of political and legislative processes(specifically North Carolina is preferred but not required)
Comfortable with digital reporting tools, social media engagement, and collaborative newsroom software (e.g., Trello)
Commitment to Carolina Journal’s principles of free enterprise, individual liberty, and government transparency
Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications, political science, or a related field
What We Offer
A chance to contribute meaningfully to public policy and liberty in North Carolina
Generous paid time off policy
401(k) offering with an employer match
Travel savings account program with an employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA
Life and disability insurance
To Apply Qualifiedcandidatesshouldsubmitthefollowingapplicationmaterials(inorder)in one PDFdocument:
Cover letter including: An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to John Locke Foundation’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
Resume
Two writing samples (samples relevant to JLF’s work are preferred, but any samples are acceptable)
Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.
Questions can be directed to Angela Hight, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: angela@talentmarket.org.
There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.
While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.
Talent Market is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.
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