Investigations Editor, Local Investigations Fellowship

The New York Times created a fellowship program to produce investigative projects focused on the state and local level, where deeply reported accountability journalism is most needed. This program is led by the former executive editor of The New York Times, Dean Baquet. It offers a rare opportunity for up-and-coming journalists, especially those with backgrounds that are underrepresented in newsrooms and investigative reporting, to spend a year learning investigative reporting skills from the very best in the business — Dean and a group of veteran investigative editors.

This editor will help conceive investigative story ideas and oversee the work of fellows as they report. Strong candidates will have exceptional storytelling skills and a proven ability to manage reporters of various skill levels and guide them in organizing, crafting and polishing their stories. Strong coaching skills are a must.

This position reports to the Deputy Executive Editor of the Local Investigations Fellowship.