Senior Writer, Investigations

Primary responsibilities

• Consistently break news and deliver scoops
• Report and write at least four stories per month, primarily focused on differentiated investigative work
• Pitch, report, and write stories, with a focus on using data, open source tools, or visual investigations
• Collaborate with other members of the security desk, and journalists from across the WIRED newsroom
• Collaborate with audio, video, events, and social media teams as needed to develop ways of telling stories on other platforms
• Work collaboratively with global markets on all relevant stories or packages

Requirements

• At least 4 years experience as journalist with a track record of investigative data or OSINT reporting
• A proven track record of scoops and the ability to consistently break news
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage a constantly evolving workload and prioritize appropriately
• A clear, engaging, jargon-free writing style

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have extensive experience and a demonstrated portfolio of investigative work. They will also have the opportunity to work across—and should be comfortable with—a wide range of formats such as social, podcasts, video series, live events, etc.

Benefits

This dynamic position requires curiosity and creativity to produce at least four stories per month. While you’ll be based on our security desk, you’ll be encouraged to look for unique stories across all of WIRED’s areas of coverage.

Schedule

This role reports to WIRED’s Director of Science, Politics, and Security, and is part of a growing and increasingly global newsroom of smart, kind, nerdy, and well-informed colleagues who are always brimming with ideas and eager to help each other out.

Pay

The expected base salary range for this position is from $95,000-$129,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

Location

This role is in-office (4 days/week) and we are open to candidates in San Francisco and New York.