Climate Graphics Reporter

Application Instructions

Please list all professional experience and explain any gaps in employment history. All of your application materials, which may include PDF files of work samples and/or links to audio, video, photography or graphics, must be uploaded to the field labeled Resume/Cover Letter/Work Samples to be considered for the position.

Job Description

The Washington Post’s Climate & Environment Department is seeking an imaginative graphics reporter to join our visual storytelling team.   
 

We are looking for a journalist who uses a wide variety of skills to produce both news stories and enterprise, which could include data analysis and visualization, mapping, 3D modeling, animation, interactive graphics, drone capture, illustration and other visual formats. 

This person will be a member of the Climate department’s visual storytelling team, who have propelled many of our most memorable features. Highlights from the team include major enterprise such as an exploration of what microplastics do to the body, work on projects on sea level rise in the U.S. South and the health impacts of climate change, and news stories such as “How Helene became a ‘worst case scenario’” or a feature that allowed people to look up their exposure to wildfire smoke during a major episode. 

We emphasize journalism that is urgent, ambitious and innovative, telling the story of a changing planet through a combination of expertise in the subject and industry-leading technical ability. We are audience-first, prioritizing how we can deliver critical reporting about climate and the environment to an ever-growing number of readers through the personalized formats and interactive experiences that best serve them.    

Responsibilities:  

• Produce visually-first news and enterprise coverage about climate and the environment 

• Engage in experimentation to craft riveting, ambitious stories 

• Collaborate with other members of our team, including text and video journalists, and with staff from visual and data departments across the organization 

• Be audience-centric, especially in looking for opportunities for personalization 

• Develop strategies to optimize workflows and tools 

Preferred qualifications:  

• At least 5 years of experience creating interactive graphics and visualizations 

• A strong understanding of tools and techniques used to create multimedia and data-driven storytelling 

• A knowledge of, or deep interest in, climate, the environment or science.   

• A collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit 

Interested candidates should upload three examples of their work (editing or creating), a résumé and a cover letter describing their interest in the role to our jobs portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but those received by Dec. 26 will be prioritized. Cover letters should be addressed to Managing Editor Scott Vance, Climate & Environment Editor Zachary Goldfarb and Deputy Climate & Environment Editor Juliet Eilperin. 
The salary range for this position is: $82,600 - $123,800. The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
 

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

• Nine paid holidays and two personal days

• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

• Robust mental health resources

• Backup care and caregiver concierge services

• Gender affirming services

• Pet insurance

• Free Post digital subscription

• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. 

Ever wondered if what you are doing will Impact Tomorrow? At The Washington Post, every employee shapes the way we deliver the news. Find the career that’s right for you

#washpostlife