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Job Description

Job Description

WCVB Channel 5, Boston's News Leader and a Hearst-owned ABC affiliate,is looking for a full-time Investigative Producer who can work collaboratively with other members of the investigative team and the newsroom to find and produce short- and long-term stories. The successful candidate will be one with a proven track record of developing sources and deploying investigative reporting techniques to generate stories that hold public officials accountable, dig deep into societal concerns, and uncover exclusive details on the big story of the day. We are looking for an energetic producer who is willing to take a fresh approach to investigative reporting and storytelling. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities:

• Juggle multiple stories on a daily basis with short- and long-term deadlines
• Take initiative in researching and pitching stories in coordination with the senior producer of 5 Investigates and investigative reporters
• Work with reporters, photographers, editors, and graphic designers to produce stories exhibiting the highest quality visual journalism
• Work with managers and station attorneys to ensure coverage is fair, ethical, and legally defensible
• Work with our digital department to ensure investigative content has a strong presence on all platforms
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips and early access to information, allowing the investigative unit to break stories of significance, identify stories worthy of further investigation, and add detail and context to breaking news coverage
  
  

Requirements:

• 3+ years journalism experience
• 2+ years investigative experience
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise stories and develop contacts
• Understanding of public records laws and a record of effectively using them
• Data journalism experience is preferred but not required
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Strong writing and storytelling skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology
• A valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• In-person attendance is required
  
  

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
  
  

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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