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How much do temporary investigative journalist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary investigative journalist in the United States is $23.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Investigative Journalist vs Freelance Investigative Journalist?

AspectTemporary Investigative JournalistFreelance Investigative Journalist
CredentialsTypically requires journalism degree, reporting experienceSame as temporary, often self-taught or with journalism background
Work EnvironmentEmployed by media outlets for short-term projectsIndependent, self-managed projects for various clients
Employer/Industry UsageUsed by news organizations for specific investigationsUsed by media outlets, NGOs, or as independent contractor
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for employment type and job stabilityCompared for independence and project-based work

Both roles involve investigative reporting skills and journalism credentials. The main difference lies in employment status: Temporary Investigative Journalists are hired short-term by media outlets, while Freelance Investigative Journalists work independently on various projects. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find roles aligned with their career goals and work preferences.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Investigative Journalist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,090 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Extension Instructor- For Credit

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Job description

Extension Instructor- For Credit

Apply now Job no: 532830
Work type: Extended Education Instructor
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism

Position Summary

SDSU Global Campus seeks highly engaged and qualified prospective faculty members to teach in its online B.A. degree completion program in Communication. Under the direction of Michael Rapp, this program seeks to prepare students to:

  • Comprehend, identify, & competently employ skills in argumentation, writing, verbal communication, listening, nonverbal communication, public presentations, teamwork and collaboration, conflict management, and professional interaction
  • Comprehend the nature, function, scope, delineations, and history of the communication discipline
  • Identify, differentiate, analyze, and modify major theories in the field, as well as formulate original theoretical creations
  • Comprehend and differentiate the major research paradigms, and ability to propose and conduct original research
  • Translate communication knowledge into applied contexts, policies, projects, interventions, or presentations
  • Apply multiple perspectives toward self-understanding, in relation to self and others' (co)cultures, group affiliations, and identities
  • Identify relevant evaluative criteria and apply them competently to self-reflection, ethical progress, and actual or envisioned communication situations and/or scenarios

Course materials and curriculum will be provided by the faculty director.

We seek faculty qualified to teach the following courses on a course-by-course contract basis:

  • COMM 300: Conceptualizing Communication
  • COMM 307: Communication in Professional Settings
  • COMM 350: Investigating Communication
  • COMM 321: Health Communication
  • COMM 371: Intercultural Communication
  • COMM 445: Rhetorical Theory
  • COMM 406: Organizational Communication
  • COMM 407: Communicative Perspectives on Interviewing
  • COMM 452: Interaction and Gender
  • COMM 462: Ethnography
  • COMM 482: Communication & Politics
  • COMM 485: Communicating Leadership
  • COMM 490: Internship
  • COMM 492: Persuasion
  • COMM 495: Communication Capstone

SDSU Global Campus maintains an open "pool" of applications to be reviewed on an as-needed basis for candidates whose qualifications closely meet program needs and hiring criteria.

SDSU Global Campus
At SDSU Global Campus, we are an entrepreneurial educational organization building new ways to extend access to SDSU without boundaries across the San Diego region, California, the nation, and the globe. Our work enhances careers and transforms lives and organizations.  

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

San Diego State University Global Campus is committed to creating a culture of inclusion where all individuals are respected, treated fairly, and provided opportunities to excel. We actively work to eliminate systemic racial injustices and stand against racism in both the San Diego State University and worldwide community.

For more information regarding SDSU Global Campus click here.

Education and Experience

  • M.A. in Communication
  • College-level teaching experience in Communication

Key Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

  • Ph.D. in Communication preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in on-line / web-based teaching preferred
  • Demonstrated experience teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds preferred

Compensation

The salary range is $6,063 - $10,581 per course.

The hiring salary is commensurate with education and experience.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At SDSU, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Application materials including C.V., letter of interest, and evaluation materials will be reviewed on an as needed basis.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu.

Advertised: Oct 09 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
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California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

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