Investigative Producer

Job Description

Investigative Producer - KCRG

About KCRG:

KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 6 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry 100 live sports and community events a year with our live production unit.

Job Summary/Description:

KCRG-TV9 is seeking an Investigative Producer to help lead investigative reporting within the newsroom and special project productions in news coverage. Investigative journalism is a key pillar of our brand and journalistic efforts, so this position will play a key role in pushing a day-to-day investigative mindset, field-producing investigative reports, assisting reporters in cultivating and developing award-winning investigative stories, and leading in-depth news specials and documentaries throughout the year.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to:
• Plan and research investigative stories for newscasts and digital platforms.
• Assist reporters with Freedom of Information Requests and data gathering and analyzing for stories.
• Guide reporters in putting together investigative reports.
• Assist reporters and staff in day-to-day research to add depth and context to daily news stories.
• Plan and coordinate special productions around news topics.
• Potential to present content on-camera based on the skills and comfort of the individual hired.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications or another related field.
• Experience in investigative/enterprise producing, reporting, or writing in local television newsrooms.
• Strong organizational, communication and people skills are required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and adapt to schedule changes.

Interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

KCRG-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4qn6z-18-117-162-80-42 in your application.