Investigative Producer/Reporter

Weigel Broadcasting Co•South Bend, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ABC57 in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking an experienced Investigative Producer/Reporter to join our newsroom. The ideal candidate is a fearless journalist who champions the public's right to know. The person we are looking for should value accountability reporting, speaking truth to power, and giving a voice to the voiceless. About the Role: · Lead reporting on important team coverage, including elections, severe weather, and other breaking news · Work independently and collaboratively with managers, the desk, photographers, and Special Projects EP to prioritize investigative stories and meet deadlines · Build and maintain community sources and generate exclusive investigative story leads · Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines What You’ll Do: · Develop and produce long and short-term investigative stories · Research, vet, and follow up on news tips and investigative leads · Contribute engaging content to our digital, website, and social media platforms · Perform additional duties, as assigned

Requirements

At least two years of Reporting experience
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
Demonstrated ability to excel in live coverage, field anchoring, investigative, and special project development
Strong news judgment and knowledge of legal and ethical standards
Experience with filing public records requests
Familiarity with database and research resources, including LexisNexis
Solid enterprise reporting skills and passion for covering local news

Responsibilities

Lead reporting on important team coverage, including elections, severe weather, and other breaking news
Work independently and collaboratively with managers, the desk, photographers, and Special Projects EP to prioritize investigative stories and meet deadlines
Build and maintain community sources and generate exclusive investigative story leads
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines
Develop and produce long and short-term investigative stories
Research, vet, and follow up on news tips and investigative leads
Contribute engaging content to our digital, website, and social media platforms
Perform additional duties, as assigned