Deadline: July 31, 2025

Are you ready to report impactful stories and redefine journalism? Apply now to Become an Incubator for Media Education and Development (iMEdD) YOJO Reporter. YOJO (Young Journalists) – iMEdD’s bold, non-profit newsroom – is searching for the next generation of reporters who will shape the future of independent journalism. They are offering one- or two-year paid placement opportunity to recent graduates from all over the world, at their cutting-edge newsroom in Athens, Greece, where you’ll create impactful, transparent, and innovative journalism. 

YOJO is a unique program that offers the following:


(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

  • Field reporting & global assignments: You’ll cover unfolding events on the ground in Greece and abroad, with real-time reporting opportunities and learn from top industry professionals and mentors.   
  • Impactful journalism: Produce stories that matter—whether political, investigative, enterprise, international, or conflict reporting.  
  • Video-First News: Create engaging news content designed for digital platforms, reaching audiences where they consume information.  
  • Immersive Experiences: Experiment with AR, VR, and XR to develop news-oriented immersive storytelling.  
  • Data Journalism & Tools: Leverage data journalism to uncover insights and develop products and tools designed by journalists for journalists.  
  • You’ll front your stories: YOJO reporters don’t stay behind the scenes—you’ll be on camera, reporting and presenting your own work.  
  • Global Network & Community: Network with professionals from across the globe and join a community of young journalists who will shape the industry in the coming years.  
  • Make a difference: This newsroom will amplify the voices of young journalists, giving them the freedom to experiment, innovate, and shape the future of journalism.  
  • Media Technology Skills: Learn to operate cutting-edge broadcast technology and leverage AI tools to enhance news production and storytelling.  
  • Build your portfolio: Walk away after one or two years with a strong personal body of published journalistic work, distributed across platforms. 

Benefits

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

  • 1- or 2-year full-time, paid placement in Athens (no Greek language skills required)
  • A newsroom culture focused on transparency, independence and innovation 
  • Intensive mentorship by industry-leading journalists  
  • Field assignments & international reporting opportunities  
  • Access to state-of-the-art media tools & innovative production facilities  
  • Collaboration with a global team (publishing in English & Greek)  
  • Relocation support for eligible applicants 

Eligibility

  • Recent graduate of undergraduate or postgraduate studies (within the last 18 months, since October 2023) OR final-year student (all countries welcome);
  • Fluent in English (Greek is a plus but not required);
  • No newsroom experience required—just a strong sense of curiosity and commitment to ethical, impactful journalism;
  • Willingness to relocate to Athens and thrive in a dynamic newsroom environment. 

Application

Fill out the online form, submit:  

  • Your CV  
  • A short 90-second personal video statement in English or Greek (front camera encouraged!)  
  • 2-3 work samples (links to articles, videos, projects, or academic work)  
  • Contacts for two references 
  • A brief description of your long-term goals  
  • A brief description of the issues you would like to report on 
  • A brief description of why you want to work at YOJO  
  • A brief description of your outlook on the role of journalism

Click here to apply


(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

For more information, visit YOJO Reporter.

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});