Job Description
Join our award-winning newsroom at Metro Chronicle Media, where impactful stories shape public discourse. We're seeking a passionate Senior Investigative Journalist to lead groundbreaking reporting projects that hold power accountable and drive societal change. This role combines deep investigative rigor with compelling storytelling across print, digital, and broadcast platforms.
What you'll do: Develop in-depth investigative stories, manage complex data analysis, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior journalists. You'll have full editorial autonomy and access to cutting-edge resources including our digital forensics lab and multimedia production studio.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-impact investigative projects from conception to publication
- Conduct in-depth interviews, document reviews, and data analysis
- Develop compelling multimedia narratives (print, video, podcasts)
- Maintain strict ethical standards and fact-checking protocols
- Collaborate with editors, designers, and broadcast producers
- Mentor junior journalists and contribute to editorial strategy
- Engage with audiences through social media and community events
Qualifications
- 5+ years of investigative journalism experience at major media outlet
- Proven track record of published investigative series
- Expertise in data journalism and FOIA requests
- Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities
- Proficiency in multimedia production tools
- Strong understanding of media law and ethics
- Ability to work under tight deadlines with high stakes
- Portfolio demonstrating impactful journalism