Fact-Check Reporter/Producer, The National News Desk

Sinclair Broadcast GroupArlington, VA
Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a dynamic On-Air, investigative Fact-Check Reporter/Producer for a Washington, D.C.-based national evening newscast. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different. The kind of coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives – but that they cannot find anywhere else. We meet audiences where they are. The ideal candidate is curious with solid news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, and be able to multitask and manage their time in order to help contribute to an exciting and informative newscast. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it powerful and memorable on multiple platforms.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting is a bonus along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting.
  • Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events is essential.
  • Dynamic storytelling skills are a must.
  • The ability to work as part of a team is a must.
  • Three (3) years of investigative producing experience preferred
  • History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting is a bonus along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
  • Identify and pitch investigative angles on big daily news stories
  • Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
  • Write online versions of investigative reports and produce digital specific content for each investigation
  • Write & produce one-two hits per day and visually bring the story to life
  • Regularly front stories on-air on evening program
  • Ability to go beyond the headlines to ask, investigate, and potentially answer the questions missing from the biggest news topics

Benefits

  • great benefits
  • open-door policy
  • upward mobility
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