Investigative Reporter

Asheville, NC
Job Description

WLOS/MY40TV seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of investigative and consumer reporters. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. The ideal candidate is an aggressive reporter with deep curiosity and unrelenting commitment to get to the bottom of an issue and hold individuals accountable.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
  • Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
  • Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
  • Develop a network of sources and experts to generate investigative stories on a regular basis
  • Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content for each investigation
  • Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

  • Must be able to develop and maintain sources
  • Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
  • Strong social media skillset for both research and promoting stories as well as gathering viewer input
  • Knowledge of the FOAI (Freedom of Information Act) process, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven reporting along with familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting are essential
  • Strong writing skills and knowledge of current events
  • Three years of investigative reporting experience preferred
  • History of award-winning investigative journalism 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.
Posted 2026-06-01

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