Job Description
Join Metro News Network's award-winning investigative team at our iconic Times Square headquarters. We're seeking a passionate Senior Investigative Journalist to uncover critical stories shaping our city and nation. This role combines deep reporting, compelling storytelling, and ethical journalism to hold power accountable. You'll collaborate with producers, editors, and visual journalists to create impactful multimedia narratives. We offer competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and a newsroom culture that values courage and curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Lead in-depth investigations into government corruption, corporate malfeasance, and social justice issues
- Develop and maintain confidential sources while adhering to journalistic ethics
- Write and produce compelling multimedia stories for digital, broadcast, and print platforms
- Collaborate with video teams to produce documentary-style segments
- Mentor junior journalists and contribute to editorial strategy
- Present findings at public forums and industry conferences
Qualifications
- 5+ years of investigative journalism experience with published investigative pieces
- Exceptional interviewing, research, and data analysis skills
- Portfolio demonstrating impactful storytelling across platforms
- Strong understanding of media law and journalistic ethics
- Ability to work under deadline pressure and handle sensitive topics
- Experience with FOIA requests and public records research
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field