J-Lab
Online Audio and Video MediaDistrict of Columbia, United States2-10 Employees
J-Lab operates as a catalyst for journalism within the online audio and video media space. It funds new approaches to journalism, conducts research on what works, and shares practical insights drawn from its experience with news creators and news gatherers. In a rapidly evolving media landscape, the organization aims to accelerate experimentation and broaden the range of viable journalistic models. Based in Washington, DC, J-Lab is a small team whose work targets journalists, newsroom staff, and media organizations seeking innovative storytelling and community-engaged reporting. In 2026, it partnered with the Online News Association to host an online workshop that shared a framework for enabling community news roles.