Job Description
Join Metro Pulse Media's award-winning investigative team at the forefront of digital journalism. We're seeking a passionate Senior Investigative Journalist to uncover compelling stories that drive societal change in our fast-paced media landscape. You'll leverage cutting-edge research techniques and data journalism to produce in-depth reports for our national audience.
This role offers unparalleled creative freedom, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to shape public discourse. Our collaborative newsroom combines traditional journalistic rigor with innovative digital storytelling formats.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex investigative projects from research to publication
- Develop and maintain confidential source networks
- Produce multimedia content (articles, documentaries, podcasts)
- Analyze large datasets using statistical tools
- Collaborate with editors and cross-functional teams
- Represent the organization at industry events
- Mentor junior journalists on ethical reporting standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years of investigative journalism experience
- Proven track record of impactful published works
- Expertise in FOIA requests and public records research
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, R)
- Strong understanding of media law and ethics
- Ability to work under tight deadlines with multiple projects
- Portfolio demonstrating depth and range of reporting
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field