From Research to Published Investigation

About the Role We're seeking a detail-oriented Junior Investigative Reporter to join our editorial team. You'll conduct in-depth research, verify sources, and craft compelling long-form investigative articles that hold institutions accountable and inform the public. This role requires persistence, accuracy, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, impactful narratives. Key Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive research using both primary and secondary sources to build evidentiary foundations for investigative stories - Track and organize documents, public records, and data to support reporting - Identify and interview expert sources while verifying all claims and attributions - Write clear, engaging long-form articles that present complex investigations in accessible language - Structure narratives that balance storytelling with rigorous fact-based reporting - Fact-check all content thoroughly before publication, ensuring accuracy of every claim and citation - Collaborate with editors to refine prose, strengthen arguments, and tighten story structure - Manage article publication and distribution across digital platforms Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field - 1-2 years of journalism or reporting experience (internships count) - Strong research skills with ability to navigate public records and databases - Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail - Understanding of journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards - Ability to manage multiple sources and organize complex information Preferred Qualifications - Experience with investigative or long-form journalism - Familiarity with FOIA requests and public records access - Basic data journalism skills or willingness to learn Tools & Platforms You'll work with research tools like Perplexity, DocumentCloud, and Google Fact Check Explorer; writing platforms including Notion and Grammarly; fact-checking tools like FactCheckr; and publishing systems including WordPress and Buffer.