Investigative Reporter, KUT, Moody College of Communication
Job ID: 11900
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Job Category: Online | New Media, Radio
Posted:
Job Description
We are seeking an investigative reporter to join the Texas Newsroom’s investigative reporting unit at KUT News in Austin. The role will produce groundbreaking stories for audio and digital audiences across Texas and nationally.
This position is based in Austin, Texas.
Purpose
The investigative reporter will produce and lead stories, collaborating with journalists at KUT News and other Texas public radio stations. The investigations will focus on stories relevant to the Austin area and statewide audiences.
This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact. The ideal candidate is passionate about accountability reporting and deeply curious about how leaders’ decisions affect Texans, especially those with limited resources.
We encourage applicants from investigative reporting backgrounds, beat reporters, or enterprise reporters. Candidates should be eager to break stories, locate documents and data, and cultivate sources in diverse communities across the state. Previous radio experience is a plus but not required. Enthusiasm for collaboration is essential.
This job reports to Neena Satija, the leader of The Texas Newsroom’s investigative reporting unit at KUT News. Ana Campbell is the special projects editor of The Texas Newsroom.
Responsibilities
- Report investigative news stories for on‑air and online platforms, including KUT News, Texas Standard (“the national daily news show of Texas”), and public radio stations across the state.
- Engage with audiences from various backgrounds to form a deep understanding of how leaders’ decisions affect Texans’ lives.
- Actively collaborate with NPR and public radio stations throughout Texas; participate in editorial meetings and editing sessions.
- Occasionally contribute quick‑turn stories such as audio newscast spots or digital breaking news stories.
- Participate in on‑air fundraising and make special public appearances as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Five or more years of reporting experience.
- Strong interviewing and writing skills.
- Experience in audio and digital storytelling.
- A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
- Experience cultivating a varied group of sources.
- The ability to work well under pressure and juggle multiple assignments.
- Solid news judgment and a deep commitment to accuracy and ethics.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish and/or other languages common in Texas.
- Knowledge of Texas issues, history, cultures, geography and politics.
- Experience using data and public records.Production skills, including the ability to use Adobe Audition and mix audio stories for broadcast.
- Experience explaining topics for social audiences using short‑form video.
Salary Range
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Working Conditions
- Typical office environment. Occasional travel for field reporting trips and interviews.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Additional Disclosures
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