Investigative Journalist_

FOX 45 is looking for dynamic Investigative Journalists. This team will produce exclusive, innovative, hard hitting and high-impact stories for digital, social and television. These stories go beyond the basics of general reporting to uncover a problem, hold government and elected leaders accountable and press for a solution. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something meaningful that will have an impact on the communities we serve.The ideal candidate will have strong news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, and be able to multitask and manage their time to help contribute to an exciting and informative news product. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with a thought-provoking edge and use strong storytelling with a focus on accountability reporting. Knowledge of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting is required along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative news reporting. Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events is essential. Dynamic storytelling skills are a must.This is a highly collaborative environment. The ability to work as part of a team is a must.**Responsibilities:**+ Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas+ Identify and pitch investigative angles on big daily news stories+ Work closely with local and corporate news leadership to refine investigative pitches and story scripts+ Write online, print and broadcast versions of investigative reports and produce digital specific content for each investigation+ Other duties as assigned**Requirements:**+ Three (3) years of reporting/producing experience preferred+ Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred+ Must be a strong storyteller with the ability to make the complicated understandable+ Must be able to use all available tools to enhance stories, from graphics to social media+ Should be able to generate story ideas and determine the legitimacy of viewer tips+ Strong writer, storyteller+ Must be naturally inquisitive with an interest in holding government officials accountableSinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!**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 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .**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.