How to become an investigative reporter?

The first step to becoming an Investigative Reporter is to focus on obtaining a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or English. Focus on classes that include writing, introductory psychology, history, and other courses that round out your education and encourage you to ask deeper questions. While in college, participate in extracurricular activities that hone your writing like the school’s newspaper, apply for an internship with an outside publication, or write for a local or online publication on a voluntary basis to gain experience and collect bylines. Once you earn your degree, apply for entry level Reporter jobs at a news organization. Most employers prefer Investigative Reporters to have several years’ worth of experience, a stable of vetted sources, and published work showcasing deep analysis and reporting skills.