South Carolina Investigations Editor

McClatchy • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

The State seeks an experienced investigative journalist to lead our statewide investigations and projects team, working with reporters in three South Carolina newsrooms. Applicants should be hungry to lead the kind of work that reveals what others want to hide, holds those in power to account, engages communities and drives change. They should have a track record of generating highly relevant project ideas and delivering ambitious multimedia storytelling and reporting. We're looking for a creative collaborator who will lead a team of reporters at The State, The Island Packet in Hilton Head and the Myrtle Beach Sun News and engage with the wider newsroom staff on high-level accountability work.

Requirements

• Substantial investigative experience and experience leading teams.
• Understanding of digital publishing, online metrics, and reader engagement.
• Commitment to representing the diversity of our community in coverage and staff.
• College degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambitious investigative journalism that makes a difference.
• Lead teams to generate high-interest, high-impact ideas.
• Consistently deliver bulletproof, camera-ready projects.
• Engage the newsroom's top reporters on breaking news when necessary.
• Balance quick-turn investigations with deeper Capital P projects.
• Utilize AI as an investigative tool and stay current on emerging technologies.
• Communicate early and often with all newsroom stakeholders.
• Bring out the best in both veteran and emerging journalists.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
• Financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses.
• Multiple no-cost wellness resources.
• Coverage for pets.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Competitive paid time off and corporate holidays.
• Variety of mental health benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree