Sinclair Broadcast Group - Cockeysville, MD

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Cockeysville, MD
101-250 employees
Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

FOX 45 is seeking dynamic Investigative Journalists to join our team, dedicated to producing exclusive, innovative, hard-hitting, and high-impact stories for digital, social, and television platforms. Our mission is to go beyond the basics of general reporting, uncovering pressing issues, holding government and elected leaders accountable, and advocating for solutions that resonate with the communities we serve. We aim to provide our audiences with meaningful content that makes a tangible impact across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong news judgment and be a compelling and accurate writer. They should excel at multitasking and managing their time effectively to contribute to an exciting and informative news product. We are looking for someone who understands how to dig for a story, conduct thorough research, and write with a thought-provoking edge. Strong storytelling skills, particularly in accountability reporting, are essential. Familiarity with the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting is required, along with a solid understanding of the legal issues related to investigative news reporting. A keen interest in current events and dynamic storytelling abilities are also crucial for this role. This position operates in a highly collaborative environment, making teamwork and communication vital components of success.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
  • Identify and pitch investigative angles on big daily news stories
  • Work closely with local and corporate news leadership to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
  • Write online, print and broadcast versions of investigative reports and produce digital specific content for each investigation
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Three (3) years of reporting/producing experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
  • Must be a strong storyteller with the ability to make the complicated understandable
  • Must be able to use all available tools to enhance stories, from graphics to social media
  • Should be able to generate story ideas and determine the legitimacy of viewer tips
  • Strong writer, storyteller
  • Must be naturally inquisitive with an interest in holding government officials accountable

Benefits

  • Great benefits
  • Open door policy
  • Upward mobility
  • Strong desire to see you succeed
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