Sinclair Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Investigative Reporter
Asheville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSinclair Inc. is seeking an enterprising and aggressive Investigative Reporter to join their team of investigative and consumer reporters. The role involves digging for stories, conducting thorough research, and delivering impactful storytelling through TV production. The ideal candidate will develop contacts, pitch investigative angles, and maintain an active social media presence to enhance their reporting.
Broadcast Media
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories on a regular basis
Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on 'web extra' content for each investigation
Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be able to develop and maintain sources
Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
Strong social media skillset for both research and promoting stories as well as gathering viewer input
Knowledge of the FOAI (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting are essential
Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events
Preferred
Three years of investigative reporting experience preferred
History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred
Company
Sinclair Inc.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Del Parks
SVP and CTO
Arthur Hasson
COO Programming
Recent News
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