Investigative Reporter/Anchor
WCYB/WEMT is seeking an experienced, enterprising, and relentless Investigative Reporter/Anchor to join our award-winning news team. We are looking for a journalist who is passionate about uncovering impactful stories, holding those in power accountable, and delivering meaningful journalism that makes a difference in our communities.
The ideal candidate is a skilled investigator and compelling storyteller who thrives on digging deeper, asking tough questions, and pursuing the facts wherever they lead. This role requires a journalist who can develop original investigations, cultivate trusted sources, and present stories with credibility and confidence both in the field and at the anchor desk.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a strong network of sources and community contacts to generate exclusive investigative and enterprise story ideas
- Research, pitch, and execute impactful investigative and consumer-focused reports across multiple platforms
- Identify accountability angles within daily news coverage and pursue deeper reporting opportunities
- Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership, producers, and digital teams to develop investigations from concept through publication and broadcast
- Utilize public records, data analysis, FOIA requests, and other investigative tools to uncover stories that serve the public interest
- Write compelling, accurate, and engaging content for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
- Anchor assigned newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and strong news judgment
- Deliver dynamic live reports and breaking news coverage from the field and studio
- Create digital-exclusive and extended investigative content to maximize audience engagement
- Maintain an active social media presence to build audience connections, source story ideas, and promote investigative work
- Represent the station at community events and public forums as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Proven ability to develop and cultivate sources that lead to impactful, original reporting
- Strong investigative instincts with a demonstrated commitment to accountability journalism
- Excellent live reporting, anchoring, interviewing, and storytelling skills
- Knowledge of public records laws, FOIA processes, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven journalism
- Understanding of legal and ethical considerations related to investigative reporting
- Strong writing, editorial judgment, and news-gathering skills
- Experience producing content for digital and social media platforms
- Proficiency in video shooting, editing, and multimedia storytelling
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
- Minimum of one year of investigative reporting experience preferred
- Track record of impactful or award-winning investigative journalism is preferred
While applying, please provide an online portfolio/reel link for review. 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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