Job Description
Join our award-winning newsroom at Metro Chronicle Media as we redefine impactful journalism for the digital age. We're seeking a passionate Senior Investigative Journalist to lead high-stakes investigations that drive societal change. You'll work alongside a dynamic team of reporters, editors, and multimedia specialists to produce compelling stories that resonate with global audiences. Our culture values bold storytelling, ethical integrity, and innovation in reporting. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape public discourse while receiving competitive compensation and professional development support.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex investigative projects from conception to publication across print, digital, and broadcast platforms
- Cultivate and maintain confidential source networks to uncover exclusive stories
- Collaborate with editors to develop investigative strategies aligned with editorial priorities
- Produce data-driven visualizations to enhance narrative impact
- Mentor junior journalists through investigative best practices
- Represent the organization at industry conferences and public forums
- Adhere to strict journalistic ethics while navigating legal and ethical complexities
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional investigative journalism experience with portfolio of published work
- Demonstrated expertise in FOI requests, court reporting, and data analysis
- Exceptional research, interviewing, and narrative writing abilities
- Proficiency in multimedia storytelling tools (video editing, data visualization)
- Strong understanding of UK media law and ethical frameworks
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining rigorous fact-checking standards
- Proven track record of impactful stories driving policy or social change