Job Description
Join Metro Pulse Media's award-winning newsroom as we redefine digital journalism. We're seeking a passionate Senior Investigative Journalist to lead in-depth investigations that drive social change and hold power accountable. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team of editors, data analysts, and multimedia producers to produce groundbreaking stories across our digital platforms and broadcast segments. This is your chance to shape public discourse while working in a culture that values journalistic integrity, innovation, and impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-stakes investigations across politics, business, and social justice
- Develop and execute multi-platform storytelling strategies (digital, video, audio)
- Manage editorial projects from conception through publication
- Mentor junior journalists and interns in investigative techniques
- Build and maintain confidential source networks
- Analyze complex data sets to uncover systemic issues
- Collaborate with visual teams to create compelling multimedia packages
- Represent the organization at industry events and conferences
Qualifications
- 7+ years of professional journalism experience with 3+ in investigative reporting
- Proven track record of published investigative pieces with measurable impact
- Expertise in FOIA requests, public records research, and data analysis
- Strong editorial judgment and ability to navigate sensitive topics
- Experience managing complex projects and editorial teams
- Proficiency with multimedia production tools (video editing, podcasting)
- Journalism degree or equivalent professional certification required
- Portfolio demonstrating compelling storytelling across platforms