Investigative Journalist

FOX 45 is looking for dynamic Investigative Journalists. This team will produce exclusive, innovative, hard hitting and high-impact stories for digital, social and television. These stories go beyond the basics of general reporting to uncover a problem, hold government and elected leaders accountable and press for a solution. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something meaningful that will have an impact on the communities we serve.   

The ideal candidate will have strong news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, and be able to multitask and manage their time to help contribute to an exciting and informative news product. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with a thought-provoking edge and use strong storytelling with a focus on accountability reporting. Knowledge of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting is required along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative news reporting. Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events is essential. Dynamic storytelling skills are a must.

This is a highly collaborative environment. The ability to work as part of a team is a must.

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 local and corporate news leadership to refine investigative pitches and story scripts


• Write online, print and broadcast versions of investigative reports and produce digital specific content for each investigation


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Three (3) years of reporting/producing experience preferred


• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred


• Must be a strong storyteller with the ability to make the complicated understandable


• Must be able to use all available tools to enhance stories, from graphics to social media


• Should be able to generate story ideas and determine the legitimacy of viewer tips


• Strong writer, storyteller


• Must be naturally inquisitive with an interest in holding government officials accountable

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 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $72,250-$85,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.