Investigative Reporter
$21.65 - $26.45 per hourFull-time
Job Description Job Description - I-TEAM INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER
The CNY Central News Team is seeking to "rebuild" it's award-winning I-Team Investigative Reporting Division after more than three years of significant success and acclaim. This is the only Investigative News Team in Central NY (Syracuse DMA) and our "Point of Difference" coverage is aimed at Enriching Local Lives through the power of journalism.
We're looking for aggressive, enterprising news reports who are prepared to dig deeper into complex situations with a relentless intensity. Candidates should be prepared to (1) question government leaders, (2) follow the money to hold those spending our tax dollars accountable, (3) and embrace being the 'voice of the voiceless' in our community.
An idea candidate is able to demonstrate a natural curiosity about our community, a proficiency in writing for both broadcast and digital platforms, and possess storytelling techniques that make investigative and impactful reporting memorable. Our veteran news team and its investigative experience is fully prepared to coach, collaborate, and grow the best candidates into accomplished Investigative Reporters and standout members of our CNY Central News I-Team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The compensation range for this role is $21.65 - $26.45 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates' relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
The CNY Central News Team is seeking to "rebuild" it's award-winning I-Team Investigative Reporting Division after more than three years of significant success and acclaim. This is the only Investigative News Team in Central NY (Syracuse DMA) and our "Point of Difference" coverage is aimed at Enriching Local Lives through the power of journalism.
We're looking for aggressive, enterprising news reports who are prepared to dig deeper into complex situations with a relentless intensity. Candidates should be prepared to (1) question government leaders, (2) follow the money to hold those spending our tax dollars accountable, (3) and embrace being the 'voice of the voiceless' in our community.
An idea candidate is able to demonstrate a natural curiosity about our community, a proficiency in writing for both broadcast and digital platforms, and possess storytelling techniques that make investigative and impactful reporting memorable. Our veteran news team and its investigative experience is fully prepared to coach, collaborate, and grow the best candidates into accomplished Investigative Reporters and standout members of our CNY Central News I-Team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
- Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
- Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
- Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories on a regular basis
- Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content for each investigation
- Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
- Other duties as assigned
- Must be able to develop and maintain sources
- Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
- Strong social media skillset for both research and promoting stories as well as gathering viewer input
- Knowledge of the FOAI (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting are essential
- Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events
- (insert years of experience needed) of investigative reporting experience preferred
- History of award-winning investigative journalism preferred
The compensation range for this role is $21.65 - $26.45 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates' relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
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