Long-form Investigative Development Producer

sky; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension package

Private healthcare

Sky product discounts

Job summary

Sky is seeking a Long-form Investigative Development Producer to shape ideas from first spark through to pitch-ready projects for Sky News and Sky Documentaries. You will originate and develop investigative premium documentary ideas rooted in original journalism, with access to institutions and ethical storytelling at the core.

Ideal candidates bring a proven track record in investigative journalism and producing current affairs films, with strong writing skills and the ability to work to tight

Qualifications

• Minimum proven track record in investigative journalism and long-form documentaries.
• Strong writing skills for treatments, decks and editorial documentation.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Solid understanding of UK editorial, legal and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Originate and develop investigative premium documentary ideas rooted in original journalism.
• Secure access to institutions and responsible handling of sensitive contributors.
• Collaborate with Sky News journalists and independent producers.
• Prepare pitch-ready treatments and decks to a high standard.

Skills

Investigative journalism

Documentary development

Writing for treatments

Deadline management

UK editorial compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

We are looking for a Long-form Investigative Development Producer to play a central role in developing ambitious, high-impact investigative documentaries. This role is ideal for an experienced journalist-producer with a strong and proven track record in current affairs investigations, development and original journalism, who is confident shaping ideas from first spark through to pitch‑ready projects.

Full Story Films is an in‑house documentary and current affairs production unit. We combine Sky News' original journalism with award‑winning production expertise to create bold and unmissable films.

We specialise in both investigative current affairs for Sky News and premium features and series for Sky Documentaries. Our films capture the zeitgeist, hold power to account, and resonate with Sky's UK and global audience.

Sky News

Sky News is a world‑class news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to story‑telling. Our aim is to be the best and most trusted place for news, reflecting the diversity of our audience. Made by people who dare to challenge. Made for people who want clarity in an uncertain world.

What you’ll do

• Development & EditorialOriginate and develop investigative premium documentary ideas rooted in original journalism, exclusivity and access.Research a range of complex stories from across the news‑adjacent and current affairs genre.Identify strong narrative structures, characters and investigative angles that translate to long‑form film and series.Write treatments, editorial specifications and pitch decks to a high standard.
• Investigative Journalism and productionInitiate, conduct and oversee in‑depth investigative researchSecure access to institutions and organisations (e.g. police, hospitals, charities,government bodies, military).Work confidently with sensitive stories and vulnerable contributors, ensuring ethical storytelling and duty of care at all times.Alongside the Executive Producer, liaise closely with legal, compliance and editorial policy teams throughout development.Be able to recognise and develop strong newlines that will generate national pick‑up.Respond quickly to fast‑moving stories or time‑sensitive investigations.
• Collaboration & Industry AwarenessWork collaboratively with Sky News journalists, external partners and independent producers.Track the factual and investigative landscape, identifying emerging trends, gaps in the market and new journalistic talent.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience developing and/or producing investigative documentaries or current affairs films.
• Strong investigative skillset, including fact‑checking and source verification
• Excellent writing skills across treatments, decks and editorial documentation.
• Confident working to tight deadlines and managing multiple projects.
• Deep understanding of UK editorial, legal and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with contributors, on‑air talent and other collaborators.
• Well‑developed network of trusted contacts from whom stories may develop, or collaboration may prove fruitful

Benefits and perks

• Free NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema
• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution
• Private healthcare with mental health support
• Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance
• Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect
• Sharesave and Tech schemes
• A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

How you’ll work

We’ve adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the Osterley office per week.

Your office base

Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology and workspaces, there's plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re‑energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Our Osterley Campus is just a 10‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there's free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

Who we are

We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society.

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and w