Investigative Reporter

Summary

KTRK is seeking an experienced investigative reporter to lead its investigative unit, working alongside a producer and photojournalist. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in open records, FOIA requests, media law, and social/digital production. Responsibilities include producing impactful investigative reports, leading the editorial direction of the investigative team, and occasionally contributing to breaking news and daily news coverage. A minimum of five years' experience in journalism or broadcast news is required. The ideal candidate will be a strong visual storyteller, comfortable holding powerful figures accountable and adept at working across multiple platforms.

Must Have
• 5+ years journalism experience
• Expertise in open records, FOIA
• Strong visual storytelling skills
• Media law knowledge
• Leadership & editorial skills

Good To Have
• Social/digital production skills

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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