Investigative Visual Reporter (Open-Source)

Thenewyorktimes; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Job summary

The New York Times Visual Investigations team is seeking an exceptional journalist with extensive open-source reporting skills for a temporary role from late August or early September until the end of December 2026. You will pursue ambitious investigative work on national and international topics and collaborate with video editors and motion-graphics producers.

You will source and verify visual evidence, geolocate data, and craft exclusive angles while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an open-source researcher, reporter or investigator at a top news outlet, NGO, or digital investigative organization.
• Proven ability to map out critical incidents using visuals and other information.
• Experience writing clearly and concisely to visual material on tight deadlines and during breaking news.
• Strong portfolio of stories that demonstrate accountability and/or exclusivity.
• Experience with Google Earth Pro, satellite imagery, and flight- and ship-tracking platforms.

Responsibilities

• Source audio-visual evidence from a variety of platforms.
• Geolocate and chronolocate evidence.
• Analyze satellite imagery and data.
• Pitch reporting and coverage opportunities.
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
• You will report to a Senior Producer on the Visual Investigations team.

Skills

Open-source research

Investigative reporting

Geolocation

Video collaboration

Tools

Google Earth Pro

Satellite imagery

Flight tracking

Job description

The New York Times Visual Investigations team is seeking an exceptional journalist with extensive open-source reporting skills for a temporary role from late August or early September until the end of December 2026. You will pursue ambitious investigative work on national and international topics and collaborate with video editors and motion-graphics producers.

You will source and verify visual evidence, geolocate data, and craft exclusive angles while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining the