Investigative Journalist

Role overview

This is a remote contract journalism role based in Canada. The position calls for a weekly commitment of 10 to 40 hours and focuses on producing original, well-researched reporting.

What you will do

• Identify, research, and develop original news pieces, feature stories, and long-form articles.
• Carry out interviews, collect direct insights, and confirm information through reliable and authoritative sources.
• Write precise, engaging, and factually sound content for different reader groups.
• Review and refine articles for readability, consistency, and editorial quality.
• Work alongside editors, designers, and fellow journalists to improve the final output.
• Keep track of breaking news, trends, and subject areas related to your assigned beat.

What we're looking for

• Hands-on journalism experience with a strong collection of published work.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills, along with a strong eye for detail.
• Comfort with interviewing people and distilling complex information into clear reporting.
• Ability to work on your own and deliver within tight deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strong curiosity, initiative, and analytical thinking.
• Good working knowledge of media law, journalistic ethics, and standard reporting practices.

Application process

Applicants are expected to complete an easy application workflow, await an email update, and move through a resume review followed by an interview stage.