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Investigative Reporters & Editors, Inc. - Madison, WI, United States, 53774
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Job Summary
The Center for Media and Democracy (CMD) seeks to hire an experienced investigative journalist with strong research skills to join our team. We are looking for a reporter with at least five years of experience in original journalism, ideally with a focus on the climate emergency, labor, and/or American democracy.
CMD is a nationally recognized watchdog that leads in-depth, award-winning investigations into hidden avenues of special interest and right-wing influence. Our path-breaking investigations into the Kochs, ALEC (American Legislative Exchange Council), climate denial front groups, and much more have made national headlines, and we frequently collaborate with other nonprofit and mainstream media outlets.
Preferred skill set:
- A strong drive to uncover truth with a knack for identifying facts from misinformation.
- Deep knowledge of right-wing networks and pay-to-play groups.
- Experience in filing public record requests that have resulted in published articles.
- An understanding of the campaign finance system nationally and in the states, and how to identify stories in the data.
- An ability to obtain and read IRS filings and produce revealing stories.
- Enjoy working with a team of talented writers, researchers, and editors.
- Self-motivated with a strong ability to write impactful stories.
- Experience doing Follow the Money research.
This is a full-time job with benefits. The Center for Media and Democracy is based in Madison, Wisconsin, but the position is remote. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Salary is negotiable based on experience. The Center for Media and Democracy is committed to paying fair wages and to building a diverse team.
We will start reviewing applications as soon as we receive them and look to fill this position as soon as possible.
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Organization: Center for Media and Democracy
Please send a resume and writing samples to David Armiak at david@prwatch.org for consideration.
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