Data-Driven Investigative Reporter & Digital Storyteller

Gray Media; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KSLA TV/Gray Media seeks an Investigative Reporter/MMJ who digs deep to turn complex data into high-impact narratives that inform and engage viewers across TV, web, and social platforms. You will research, analyze records, and produce compelling reporting for multiple platforms.

You will drive data-heavy investigations, verify records, interview sources, and craft urgent stories with strong visuals while maintaining newsroom ethics and deadlines in a fast-paced ArkLaTex market.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of dedicated investigative and general assignment reporting experience with a proven track record of digging.
• Proficiency in computer-assisted reporting (CAR) and proficiency with databases.
• Digital fluency: optimize stories for search, engage a social audience, and use digital tools to enhance reporting.
• Relentless urgency: a get it first, get it right mentality under deadline pressure.
• Human connection: build trust with sources and tell the human stories behind the data.
• Sharp judgment: strong news ethics and ability to navigate public records requests and sensitive interviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the investigation: Research, develop, and produce groundbreaking investigative content that holds the powerful accountable and serves the community.
• Own the data: Dive deep into spreadsheets, public records, and databases to find the smoking gun that others miss.
• Tell unforgettable stories: Use creative, outstanding storytelling techniques to make complex investigations relatable, urgent, and visually compelling.
• Drive digital impact: Craft digital-first investigative pieces, social media reels, and interactive content that engages our audience across all platforms.
• Balance the beat: Manage a pipeline of longer-term projects while remaining agile enough to apply investigative techniques to daily coverage and breaking news.

Skills

Investigative reporting

CAR (computer-assisted reporting)

Databases

Digital storytelling

Deadline-driven

Source development

Job description

KSLA TV/Gray Media seeks an Investigative Reporter/MMJ who digs deep to turn complex data into high-impact narratives that inform and engage viewers across TV, web, and social platforms. You will research, analyze records, and produce compelling reporting for multiple platforms.

You will drive data-heavy investigations, verify records, interview sources, and craft urgent stories with strong visuals while maintaining newsroom ethics and deadlines in a fast-paced ArkLaTex market.