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Hire Kathryn C.

South Africa

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Investigative Journalist | Data Journalism & Evidence-Based Reporting

Profile Summary

I’m an award-winning investigative journalist and data storyteller with 8+ years of experience turning complex research, datasets, and technical reports into compelling, evidence-based narratives. My work focuses on health, human rights, AI, and labor investigations, and I specialize in producing deeply researched content that informs, engages, and drives impact. I’ve collaborated with leading organizations and publications, including the Pulitzer Center, Africa Uncensored, UNICEF, Internews, and the World Health Organization. My background allows me to blend investigative reporting with data-driven insights, making complex issues accessible and audience-ready. Whether you need in-depth reporting, research synthesis, or data-backed articles, I deliver high-quality work tailored to your audience and goals.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Data Analysis
• ☆ Data Exploration
• ☆ Data Visualization
• ☆ Artificial Intelligence
• ☆ Investigative Journalism
• ☆ Journalism
• ☆ Medical Writing
• ☆ Healthcare Communications
• ☆ Technical & Scientific Writing
• ☆ Science Communication
• ☆ Copywriting
• ☆ Emails & Newsletters
• ☆ Web Copy
• ☆ Blog Posts
• ☆ Public Relations Writing

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI

Writing Medical Writing, Technical Writing, Creative Writing

Research Fact Checking

Consulting Digital Strategy Consulting

Data & AI Data Visualization

Work Experience

Investigative Journalist

Freelance

October 2024 - Present

Health Journalism Network - Member Engagement Coordinator

Internews

March 2021 - October 2024

Communications Lead

Rain Barrel Communications

September 2022 - April 2023

Assistant Producer

Rain Barrel Communications

November 2021 - June 2022

Health journalist

Spotlight / Section27

October 2018 - March 2021

Education

Bachelors

Rhodes University

February 2015 - November 2019

Certifications

• AI Accountability Fellow

  Pulitzer Center

  January 2025 - Present