Investigative Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Nashville, TN

5h

About The Position

WZTV/WUXP/WNAB seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of investigative and consumer reporters. 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 and digital production to make it impactful and memorable. The ideal candidate is an aggressive reporter with deep curiosity and unrelenting commitment to get to the bottom of an issue and hold individuals accountable. We also expect to see the reporter on air and online often, with investigations, updates, and to as assigned, assist in day of deeper dives to daily reporting where their investigative techniques can enhance coverage.

Requirements

• Must be able to develop and maintain sources
• Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
• Strong social media skillset for both research and promoting stories as well as gathering viewer input
• Knowledge of the FOAI (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting are essential
• Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events
• While applying please provide an online portfolio / reel link for review.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of investigative reporting experience preferred
• History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
• Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
• Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
• Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories on a regular basis
• Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content for each investigation
• Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• great benefits
• open door policy
• upward mobility
• a strong desire to see you succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees