Canary Media is an independent, nonprofit newsroom covering the transition to clean energy and solutions to the climate crisis. We report on how the world is decarbonizing — in electricity, transportation, buildings, and industry — with a critical focus on finding out what works and what doesn’t. Through uncompromising reporting, our journalists dig into the ways policymakers, businesses, investors, and communities are moving toward a clean and equitable energy future.
About the position
Are you excited to unearth new stories about offshore wind, an emerging source of renewable energy that’s seen as a cornerstone of the U.S. energy transition? Are you a dogged reporter who knows how to source up quickly and is equally comfortable filing fast-turnaround news hits and writing an in-depth feature? Are you passionate about explaining how the energy shift affects people and the places where they live? Are you eager to reach an influential audience of industry leaders, policymakers, and climate advocates?
If so, then this could be the job for you: Canary Media seeks a reporter to cover the offshore wind sector and related policy in the U.S. We’re an all-remote organization, but because this role will involve some on-the-ground reporting, our strong preference is to hire someone based in coastal New England, the mid-Atlantic region, or Virginia — the areas of the U.S. where the offshore wind industry is most active right now. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
This is a one-year, full-time position with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and funding.
Key responsibilities
Pitch, report, and write stories, with an expectation of publishing about two articles per week
Produce compelling stories in various lengths and formats, from quick-hit daily news pieces to more in-depth coverage
Cultivate a diverse network of sources
Dig through regulatory filings, data, and reports to find buried gems
Break news and surface undercovered stories
Report on the ground about coastal communities near offshore wind developments
Speak at Canary Media events (in person and virtual) as well as with outside media
Contribute to a creative, diverse, encouraging, and fun workplace
Qualifications
At least 3 years of reporting experience
Strong interest in and knowledge of clean energy and related topics
Track record of writing short, quick-turnaround news stories as well as longer-form articles
Ability to communicate information in a lively and engaging style, especially when covering complex topics
Comfort working in a fast-paced newsroom and meeting deadlines
Ability to work independently and be a self-starter as well as cooperate with team members
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Recognition of the urgency of climate change and dedication to covering efforts to build a more clean and just energy system
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
A sense of humor — even in the face of daily newsroom tumult and the climate crisis
Bonus if you also have
Subject-matter expertise on offshore wind and an existing source network
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $75,000–$90,000. Salary to be determined by considering the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
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