Investigative Reporter, Crime Junkie Job at Podcast Management in Indianapolis

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Full Time Indianapolis, IN, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1111

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

This is a full-time position located in Indianapolis, Indiana; New York, New York; or remote based on experience.

About Us
Audiochuck is a fast-growing, dynamic company driven by our mission to tell the right stories, in the right ways, for the right reasons. Our team is made up of immensely passionate people who love what we do and don’t stop until we’re proud. Excellence is required at Audiochuck. We have a responsibility and privilege to honor the voices of those whose stories we tell.

We approach our content with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Advocacy is an essential part of the Audiochuck culture as we strive to positively impact victims and their families through the use of our time, money, and resources.

Committed to developing our people and fostering a long-term team of talented media professionals, we are seeking an experienced investigative journalist to join the Crime Junkie team.

About the Investigative Reporter
The Investigative Reporter plays a critical role in developing and delivering in-depth stories for Audiochuck's flagship true-crime show, Crime Junkie. This position requires strong investigative instincts, the ability to uncover new information, and the discipline to produce fact-driven, emotionally resonant narrative storytelling.

The role involves conducting thorough research, leading first-person interviews, synthesizing complex material, and writing long-form investigative narratives that uphold the highest standards of journalism while aligning with Audiochuck's commitment to ethical and impactful storytelling.

What You'll Do

Report original true-crime stories that inform, engage, and drive meaningful impact

Work as part of a reporting team to investigate and produce long-form, magazine-style stories for audio and video platforms

Conduct research using public records, court documents, investigative files, and reputable media sources

Submit and manage FOIA requests and conduct detailed reviews of case documentation

Stay current on public corruption, government investigations, and legal developments relevant to assigned stories

Interviews & Source Development

Conduct sensitive interviews and build trusted relationships with victims, families, eyewitnesses, experts, and law enforcement

Approach reporting with trauma-informed and ethical practices

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism throughout the reporting process

Writing & Story Development

Write and refine long-form narrative scripts that are factually accurate and compelling

Transform complex investigations into clearly structured, audience-driven stories

Draft blog posts to accompany podcast episodes on the Crime Junkie website

Review scripts for pronunciation, context accuracy, and clarity

Legal & Editorial Collaboration

Work closely with legal and editorial leadership to ensure compliance with media law and risk mitigation

Partner with episode producers, social producers, and audio and video teams to shape multi-platform content

Review video edits for on-screen text and visual accuracy

Flag potential legal, editorial, or sourcing concerns early

Workflow & Communication

Manage multiple stories across different stages of research, reporting, and production

Meet established deadlines for reporting, scripting, and production milestones

Develop and pitch original story ideas

Engage in consistent communication with show leadership and hosts

Ensure social and episode producers are informed of reporting developments from the outset

What Success Looks Like
Storytelling
Investigations are transformed into compelling, well-structured narratives

Scripts engage audiences while maintaining clarity and integrity

Accuracy
All reporting is factual, contextualized, and responsibly framed

Pronunciations, names, and characterizations are verified

Commitments made to sources during reporting are honored

Execution
Deadlines are consistently met

Multiple stories are effectively managed in parallel

Potential challenges are surfaced early and addressed proactively

Strong partnerships are built across reporting, production, legal, and editorial teams

Communication is clear, proactive, and solutions-oriented

What You'll Bring to the Table

5+ years of experience in investigative journalism, reporting, or documentary storytelling

Demonstrated experience uncovering original information and producing long-form narrative reporting

Strong writing and narrative development skills

Experience working with legal review processes and sensitive subject matter

Excellent research skills, including familiarity with public records and FOIA processes

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong editorial judgment and ethical reporting standards

Preferred

Experience in true crime, investigative audio, or documentary media

Experience working in a multimedia newsroom environment

Familiarity with podcast production workflows

What Audiochuck Will Bring to the Table

Commitment to intentional leadership development

Dedication to company culture and promoting mental health

A collaborative and passionate team aligned around advocacy and impact

Opportunity to contribute to impactful investigative storytelling

Competitive base salary and benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Team events and company-sponsored activities

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