Job Description
Are you a storyteller driven by truth and impact? Metropolitan Global News is seeking an elite Investigative Journalist to join our award-winning editorial team in the heart of New York City. You will be responsible for uncovering high-stakes narratives that challenge power structures and inform the public on critical global issues.
We are looking for an investigative powerhouse with a proven track record of deep-dive reporting, data analysis, and long-form narrative excellence. If you are ready to shape the national discourse, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Execute long-term, high-impact investigative projects from conceptualization to publication.
- Conduct thorough research, including public records requests (FOIA), database analysis, and source development.
- Collaborate with multimedia producers to translate written investigations into compelling visual formats.
- Maintain rigorous fact-checking standards and uphold the highest ethical guidelines in journalism.
- Cultivate and maintain a diverse network of reliable sources across public and private sectors.
- Mentor junior reporters and assist in the editorial development of complex feature pieces.
- Represent the brand at industry events and provide expert commentary on relevant news topics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in investigative reporting at a reputable news organization.
- Demonstrated ability to manage long-form, complex datasets and identify hidden trends.
- Expertise in media law, libel protection, and ethical reporting practices.
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining impeccable accuracy.
- Exceptional narrative writing skills with a distinct, authoritative voice.
- Proficiency in digital research tools and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, SQL).