Posted April 30, 2018
(This position has been filled as of October 2018)
Freelance Investigative Reporters and Editors (FIRE) is hiring a part-time contract investigative editor to help unaffiliated (freelance) reporters complete independent investigations for print, broadcast, and online outlets.
FIRE, a fiscally sponsored project of Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), helps create a more just, democratic society by building the capacity of freelance investigative journalists from diverse backgrounds to produce investigations in the public interest. While serving the freelance investigative reporting sector as a whole, FIRE also helps individual freelance investigative reporters—including through grants and the research and editorial services of FIRE's Virtual Newsroom.
The editor's duties will include assisting the executive director with:
- screening grant applications
- providing editorial services to reporters
- monitoring and ensuring reporters' progress on stories
- other duties as arranged with executive director
Editorial services will include mentoring, identifying story needs, and making referrals to relevant resources and experts within FIRE’s network.
Position is 20 hours a week—pay is $50-$60 an hour, depending on skills and experience.
Location is flexible.
Requirements include five to seven years editing experience, with investigative background a strong plus.
Position starts immediately and is open until filled.
Please send a resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications to hire@firenewsroom.org. Please put "Investigative Editor" in the subject line.
FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.