Investigative Reporter

1 Month ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

KTRK, Houston's top-rated ABC affiliate, seeks an investigative reporter to lead its investigative unit. The role involves producing hard-hitting, impactful investigative journalism, holding powerful figures accountable, and innovating visual storytelling. The reporter will also be responsible for managing a team including a producer and photojournalist. Experience with open records, FOIA requests, media law, and digital production is essential. The position also includes occasional breaking news and daily news coverage.
Must have:
  • 5+ years journalism experience
  • Investigative reporting skills
  • Open records & FOIA expertise
  • Media law knowledge
  • Digital & social media proficiency
  • Leadership skills
  • Visual storytelling ability

Job Details

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Houston’s top-rated legacy station, built on the work of legends like Marvin Zindler, has a history of hard-hitting, impactful investigative journalism.

 

KTRK is looking for an investigative reporter who isn’t afraid to hold people in powerful positions accountable.

 

What You Will Do

Our next investigator will be a leader in innovative and visual storytelling, as well as being the editorial leader of our investigative unit, including a producer and photojournalist.

The ideal candidate will have experience in open records, FOIA, media law, social and digital production. In addition to investigative pieces, this reporter will appear from time to time to assist in breaking news and daily news coverage.

 

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum five years’ experience in journalism and/or broadcast news

 

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism or similar

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