Job Description
Join our Pulitzer Prize-winning newsroom as a Senior Investigative Journalist at Metro Chronicle Media. We're seeking a relentless storyteller to expose truths that shape public discourse. You'll lead high-impact investigations, collaborate with award-winning editors, and produce groundbreaking multimedia content for our digital-first platform. This is your chance to make a tangible difference in journalism while working in the heart of America's media capital.
Responsibilities
- Lead in-depth investigations on critical social, political, and economic issues
- Develop and maintain confidential sources across diverse communities
- Produce compelling multimedia content including video documentaries and data visualizations
- Collaborate with editors to shape investigative narratives and editorial strategy
- Mentor junior journalists and contribute to team training initiatives
- Adhere to strict journalistic ethics and fact-checking standards
- Represent the organization at industry events and conferences
Qualifications
- 8+ years of professional journalism experience with investigative portfolio
- Proven track record of publishing impactful investigative pieces
- Expertise in FOIA requests, public records research, and data analysis
- Proficiency in multimedia production (video editing, podcasting, data visualization)
- Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities across multiple formats
- Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines in high-pressure environments
- Journalism degree or equivalent professional certification required