Job Description
Join the Vanguard of Truth
Metropolitan Global News is seeking an elite Senior Investigative Journalist to join our high-impact editorial team in the heart of New York City. We are looking for a relentless truth-seeker capable of producing deep-dive, narrative-driven pieces that hold power to account. If you possess an impeccable track record of breaking original stories and a passion for investigative rigor, we want to hear from you.
As part of our premium newsroom, you will have access to unparalleled resources, data-journalism tools, and a global network of editors committed to journalistic excellence and editorial independence.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex, long-form investigative projects from initial tip-off to final publication.
- Cultivate and maintain a deep, diverse network of high-level sources across public and private sectors.
- Analyze large datasets and public records requests (FOIA) to uncover hidden patterns and systemic issues.
- Collaborate with multimedia teams to enhance written investigations with data visualizations and video content.
- Adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics, fact-checking, and editorial integrity.
- Mentor junior reporters on investigative techniques and story development.
- Represent the publication in public forums, industry panels, and broadcast interviews.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in investigative reporting at a major media outlet.
- Proven track record of breaking high-profile, original stories that created measurable impact.
- Expertise in public records laws (FOIA/Freedom of Information) and research methodologies.
- Exceptional narrative writing skills with the ability to distill complex topics into engaging prose.
- Strong technical proficiency in digital research tools and content management systems.
- Unwavering commitment to accuracy, objectivity, and ethical reporting standards.