Investigative Reporter

Job Description

Investigative Reporter, KMGH

KMGH, the award-winning E.W. Scripps ABC station in Denver, Colorado is looking for an Investigative Journalist to join its highly experienced investigative team. They work to get results by holding individuals, organizations and government accountable. Combined with Denver 7's 360 In-Depth reporting, the investigates team uncovers data, stats and finds solutions that impact everyday life in Colorado. The successful candidate should provide examples of strong enterprise stories that came from cultivating well-placed sources and digging deep for the truth.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Develop, create and research news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Uncover stories through investigation and research.
• Use computer database to research statistics and facts.
• Gathers and verifies factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edits, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appears on television programs when conducting taped interview or narration.
• Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Write and produce quality news stories for multiple media platforms.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.
• Report, write, capture visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related experience.
• 5+ years as a news writer with a background in enterprise or investigative journalism preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel law.
• Solid understanding and demonstration of multimedia file formats and strong computer skills.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws impacting operations.
• Knowledge and proficiency in posting content to television station websites.
• Must be a team player and adapt to developing situations quickly.
• Must be an excellent conversational writer with solid news judgement and a positive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $85,000.00 - $100,000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj737w-18-227-102-225-42 in your application.