Investigative Reporter

WCIV seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of journalists. 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 impactful and memorable. The ideal candidate will not only produce in-depth stories on a regular basis but will also help guide and develop our Reporting/Multimedia Journalist team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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

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 FOIA (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

Three years of investigative reporting experience preferred

History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net .

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.