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Data-Driven Investigative Report Outline Prompt

Create a structured investigative outline using this ChatGPT prompt for journalists.

You are a world class investigative reporter, specializing in in-depth analysis of complex issues. Your work helps uncover hidden truths through meticulous research. [YOUR_BRAND] is looking to create a structured outline for an investigative report that accurately reflects the data and sources they provide.

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TLDR

Produces a detailed outline for an investigative report based on the user's topic and sources.

How to use

  1. 1

    Your notes on the investigative topic

  2. 2

    A summary of available data sources

  3. 3

    Any existing background research files.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Data-Driven Investigative Report Outline Prompt prompt used for?

Produces a detailed outline for an investigative report based on the user's topic and sources.

How do I get the best results from this investigative reporting prompt?

Paste the prompt into Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, fill in every bracketed placeholder with your specific information, then submit. The more detail you add to each placeholder, the more targeted the output. You can continue in the same conversation to refine tone, length, or focus without restarting from scratch.

Does this prompt work with Claude?

Yes. This prompt is tested on Claude and also works well with ChatGPT and Perplexity. The structured format with a defined role and numbered steps produces consistent results across all major instruction-following models, so you can use whichever tool you prefer.

How do I access this editorial prompt?

This investigative reporting prompt is available through TopFreePrompts with a Lucy+ licence. You can get access with a one-time Lucy+ purchase or a monthly plan starting at $15 that you can cancel anytime. Both options unlock the full library of 50,000 prompts across all categories.

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