Investigative Journalist

Job Summary:

Gray Television, Inc. is seeking an experienced investigative journalist to join our award-winning team and contribute to meaningful, compelling investigative journalism that impacts real people in their everyday lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, write, and present investigative news stories on a long and short-term basis, as well as contribute research and analysis on major breaking news events.

• Collaborate with the special projects team, station management, and legal department to conceptualize and produce content.

• Serve the St. Louis region through high-quality investigative content for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media platforms.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, publishing new content regularly.

• Use creative storytelling techniques to make complex issues digestible for the audience.

• Cultivate a network of sources and provide investigative support as needed for daily news content.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field.

• Minimum of two years experience working as an investigative reporter or four years as a general assignment reporter with a demonstrated history of turning investigative stories.

• Extensive experience delivering engaging live content in the studio and in the field.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proven track record of generating meaningful investigative storylines and following through to achieve tangible results.

• Proficiency with investigative tools, including public records, data analysis, and source-development.

• Excellent time management, communication, and writing skills (broadcast and AP style).

• Understanding of computer-assisted reporting and working with database and spreadsheet programs.

• Experience working with hidden cameras.