Multiskilled Journalist (Investigative)

First Coast News, On Your Side, seeks to hire an experienced investigative Multiskilled Journalist. We’re looking for a serious, accomplished journalist who is a highly motivated and organized self-starter with exceptional reporting, writing, researching, and interviewing skills.

This reporter will be expected to collaborate with other team members to produce exclusive, innovative, and high-impact stories for television and digital platforms. These stories go beyond the basics of general assignment reporting to uncover a problem, hold those responsible accountable, and press for a solution.

The successful candidate should be able to handle multiple stories and produce content on deadline - from pitching investigative angles on daily news coverage to long-term and follow-up reports.

Responsibilities:

Proven background in developing, researching, and vetting ideas that lead to accurate and creative stories with impact.
Write and produce short/long-form, investigative, and character-driven stories for all platforms.
Develop and maintain sources that generate exclusive story content.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media and technology to enhance stories.
Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
A newsroom leader Enterprise and generate short-term and long-term ethical and compelling investigative content for all platforms.
Advanced storytelling experience and data research skills are required.
Contact sources and develop news stories.
A newsroom leader who is willing to cover a wide variety of stories, cultivate sources and has a keen eye for production.
College degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
At least five(5) years’ experience as an Investigative Producer or Reporter is preferred.
Experience with LexisNexis and NICAR
Understanding of the principles of professional journalism
Knowledge of laws regarding privacy, trespass, libel, and open meetings.
Knowledge of ENPS, Edius, and Axis graphics is a plus
Organizational skills and the ability to work under deadline pressure.
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Knowledge of multiplatform news-gathering tools and resources, including digital media
Active social media presence
Demonstrated track record for acting on viewer tips, breaking stories, and exposing corruption that results in positive change.
Reputation as a team player who values working collaboratively.

Work Environment Set: Outdoors: performed in various outdoor environmental conditions.

Physical Demands Set: Medium work: Involves standing for prolonged hours, stooping, bending, lifting/pushing up to 25 lbs.