Investigative Producer - WSOC TV

Location: NC-Charlotte

Job Title: Investigative Producer - WSOC TV

Position Overview

WSOC TV Charlotte is looking for an Investigative Producer!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, write and produce investigative content on all platforms for WSOC/CMG Charlotte
• Actively support the Action 9 brand by investigating tips, responding to emails, letters and phone calls, identifying possible interviews, conducting interviews and writing news stories
• Contribute investigative ideas and elements to daily newsgathering
• Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts to serve as sources for stories, confirmation of information and background information
• Lead investigations within CMG Charlotte and, as needed, across Cox Media Group
• Knowledge of courts, police records and government operations
• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed
• Submit and manage public records requests
• Manage and produce investigative shoots as needed
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness and other journalistic ethics

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgment
• Knowledge of undercover investigative techniques as well as laws regarding libel, privacy rights, audio/video recording and property rights
• Strong research and data analysis skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications or related field
• Experience in television news, preferably in investigative and/or consumer reporting
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to travel if needed
• Comfortable in a fast-paced newsroom
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and credibility
• Understanding of social media
• This position requires in-person work at CMG Charlotte

About Cox Media Group 
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit 

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