Investigative Journalist: Data-Driven, Multi-Skilled Storyteller

Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KXAN Investigates in Austin seeks an experienced investigative multi-skilled journalist to chase and produce tip-driven investigations for on-air, online, and social platforms.

You will collaborate on longform and team projects, uncover new angles on breaking stories, and work closely with top investigative journalists to drive real change while upholding ethical journalism. The role rewards curiosity, creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to public accountability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional reporting experience (some investigative work preferred).
• Strong photojournalism and video editing abilities; you can craft a strong visual story.
• Experience with public information requests.
• Some proficiency with Excel and interest in learning basic data analysis.
• Strong writing and storytelling instincts with impeccable accuracy and unwavering ethics under deadline.
• A knack for digital storytelling and social media engagement.
• Team spirit and relentless drive to expose the truth.

Responsibilities

• Chase and produce tip-driven investigations across on-air, online, and social platforms.
• Collaborate on longform and team projects; explore new angles on breaking stories.
• Work closely with other investigative journalists to hold power to account.
• Deliver compelling visual storytelling through photojournalism and editing.

Skills

Investigative reporting

Photojournalism

Video editing

Public records requests

Data analysis basics

Writing & storytelling

Social media engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Tools

Excel

Job description

KXAN Investigates in Austin seeks an experienced investigative multi-skilled journalist to chase and produce tip-driven investigations for on-air, online, and social platforms.

You will collaborate on longform and team projects, uncover new angles on breaking stories, and work closely with top investigative journalists to drive real change while upholding ethical journalism. The role rewards curiosity, creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to public accountability.