iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program 2025 for Emerging Journalists

iMEdD’s bold, non-profit newsroom – is searching for the next generation of reporters who will shape the future of independent journalism. iMEdD is offering one- or two-year paid placement opportunity to recent graduates from all over the world, at our cutting-edge newsroom in Athens, Greece, where you’ll create impactful, transparent, and innovative journalism.? 

Program Details

• 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.? 

• Table of Content
• About iMEdD (incubator for Media Education and Development)
• iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program
• Aim and Benefits of iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program
• Requirements for iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About iMEdD (incubator for Media Education and Development)

iMEdD (incubator for Media Education and Development) is a non-profit organization founded in 2018 with the exclusive donation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF)

iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program

Aim and Benefits of iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program

• 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 

Requirements for iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program Qualification

• 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? 

Interview date, Process and Venue for iMEdD Young Journalists (YOJO) Program

Application Timeline:

• Applications Open: March 29 ? 
• Deadline to Apply: July 31? 
• Interviews: June– August 2025 ? 
• Program Start: January 2026 ? 

Application Deadline

How to Apply

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 

For more details, visit iMEdD program webpage