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FOX13 Memphis

Investigative Reporter

FOX13 Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Are you dedicated to solutions-based journalism? Do you seek truth and fairness in all you do? At FOX13 Memphis, we believe in using our powerful voice to benefit our entire community. The dominant #1 station in the Mid-South is currently seeking an Investigative Reporter. You must be able to quickly cultivate sources. You must not be afraid of confrontation when necessary. Our investigative journalists should be able to dive through government documents and court records to build cohesive stories.

You will be expected to follow leads and search for legal and ethical solutions for families in the Mid-South. You will be expected to pitch daily investigative stories as well as longer-form topical special reports. You will join a dynamic newsroom that strives to serve our community in everything we do. Reporters must be adept at using all digital platforms to gather and break stories.

Job Tasks

Enterprise ideas and develop relationships with sources

Monitor PACER and federal court documents

Foster strong community relationships

Remain extremely knowledgeable about local current events

Maintain a strong understanding of First Amendment laws

File public records requests on a consistent basis

Execute direction presented in station research

Creatively craft and present investigative stories

Work with photojournalists to craft stories that connect with real people

May need to shoot & edit stories at times

Write accurate, grammatically correct scripts

Adhere to strict newsroom deadlines

Present stories with dynamic and demonstrative live shots

Work on all platforms, prioritizing digital first

Apply station guidelines in using social media

Ability to multitask, turning enterprise journalism and fronting day-of stories

Other duties may be assigned by newsroom leadership

Qualifications

Degree in journalism or related field

4 years of reporting experience

Demonstrate solid news judgment

Must be a team player willing to collaborate

Must value a diversity of voices to build strong journalism

Rincon Broadcasting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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