Investigative Reporter

Job Description

FOX59/CBS4 in Indianapolis is hiring an investigative reporter to join our growing investigative team. We are committed to producing high-quality investigations that can change laws, recover money for viewers, and hold our public officials accountable.
• DESCRIPTION: This reporter will work on larger, long-term investigations and continued follow-ups, develop specific investigative beats, break investigative angles when a major news story arises, and consistently investigate and report on tips that uncover a problem, hold those responsible accountable and press for solutions.

EXPERIENCE: Candidates must have a minimum of five years reporting experience, including at least some investigative reporting. This is not an entry-level position. A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have a resume and online link showing investigative work. Candidates should know the basics of data analysis, public information requests and backgrounding. They should also be open to collaboration with an entire team of investigators, and they must have a track record of enterprising story ideas and developing key sources. Previous work must demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics and use of digital and social media platforms. Additionally:
• Develop ideas for realistic, executable, timely and important investigations on a daily basis.
• Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation.
• Produce accurate, complete and compelling news copy on deadline.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills. Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel. Proficient at screening and logging video and providing written editing instructions to tape editors. Adept at ad-lib presentations, without aid of scripts and/or teleprompters. Possess exceptional research skills.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkkm20-3-17-150-89-42 in your application.