Investigative Reporter Job at Sinclair Inc. in Birmingham

Investigative Reporter at Sinclair Inc.

WBMA/WJSU/WCFT seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of investigative and consumer reporters. The ideal candidate is deeply curious and unrelenting in getting to the bottom of an issue and holding individuals accountable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to generate story ideas.
• Identify and pitch investigative angles to major daily news stories.
• Work closely with the Content Manager and News Director to refine investigative pitches and story scripts.
• Develop a network of sources and experts for regular investigative stories.
• Write online versions of investigative reports and collaborate with the Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content.
• Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to develop and maintain sources.
• Dynamic live television and storytelling skills.
• Strong social media skillset for research and promotion of stories.
• Knowledge of FOIA, computer‑assisted reporting, data‑driven reporting, and legal issues related to investigative television news reporting.
• Excellent writing skills and knowledge of current events.
• 5 years of investigative reporting experience preferred.
• History of award‑winning investigative journalism preferred.

While applying please provide an online portfolio / reel link for review.

EEO and Inclusivity Statement

Sinclair is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced by 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.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industry: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution