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Job DescriptionThis is a great opportunity to join a duopoly award-winning investigative unit for a company with a strong commitment to investigative journalism. This role is responsible for developing, researching, and producing original investigative content across multiple platforms with a strong emphasis on breaking news and topical investigations. The ideal candidate is a tenacious journalist who thrives on uncovering truth, holding the powerful accountable, and collaborating with reporters.
Job Responsibilities:
Conceive, pitch, and develop enterprise and investigative story ideas.Identify and pitch consumer and investigative angles on big daily news stories as well as longer-term enterprise stories that are highly promotable and bring about change or reform.Write scripts for linear, digital and social media including regular contributions to streaming platforms.Conduct in-depth background research, gather documents, and aggressively file/track public records requests.Ensure investigative content is included in newscasts and digital platforms on a regular basis.Communicate story pitches and developments.Cultivate and manage sources, including whistleblowers, experts, and community members.Collaborates with show producers to ensure consumer and investigative content is presented dynamically and accurately.Ensure all investigative content meets ethical, legal, and journalistic standards.Utilize social media videos for investigations increase audience engagement.Qualifications5+ years of experience in investigative producing or reporting.Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or related field.Strong knowledge of FOIA/public records processes.Experience analyzing court records and government databases.Excellent research, writing, and storytelling skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.High level of discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information.Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.Understanding of media law and investigative best practices.Eligibility Requirements:
Must submit a resume/CV online as well as a link to recent work.Position is Monday-Friday days but must be willing to work a flexible schedule which could include overtime, nights, holidays and weekends.Must be willing to work at the station in Miramar.Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.Must be 18 years or older.Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.Desired Characteristics:
Experience with court documents, government databases, and financial records.Familiarity with editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, AVID) and newsroom CMS.Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.Prior experience working on collaborative investigative team.Additional InformationAs part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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