Job Description
Are you a storyteller driven by truth and impact? Metropolitan Global News is seeking a seasoned Senior Investigative Journalist to join our award-winning editorial team in the heart of New York City. You will lead high-stakes investigations that hold power to account and shape the public discourse on pressing national issues.
We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your expertise in data journalism and deep-source reporting will be prioritized. If you have an unyielding curiosity and a track record of breaking exclusive stories, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex investigative projects from pitch to publication.
- Cultivate and maintain a diverse network of high-level confidential sources.
- Conduct thorough fact-checking and collaborate with our legal team to ensure editorial integrity.
- Analyze large datasets and public records to uncover hidden patterns and systemic issues.
- Write compelling, long-form narratives and multimedia reports for our digital and print platforms.
- Mentor junior reporters and provide editorial feedback on investigative techniques.
- Represent the company in media appearances and industry panels as a subject matter expert.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in investigative journalism.
- Proven ability to break high-impact stories with documented real-world consequences.
- Expertise in FOIA requests, data visualization tools, and advanced search techniques.
- Exceptional narrative writing skills with a focus on human-centric storytelling.
- Uncompromising ethical standards and a deep understanding of journalistic law.
- Strong project management skills, capable of balancing multiple long-term investigations.