Investigative Reporter/Anchor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Sick leave

Vacation time

Personal time

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

WCYB/WEMT, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, seeks an experienced Investigative Reporter/Anchor in Bristol, VA. You will develop exclusive investigations, anchor newscasts, and deliver compelling storytelling across broadcast and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate pursues tough questions, cultivates sources, and presents credible reporting with strong live and on-air delivery. A background in investigative reporting and newsroom collaboration is essential for impactful community journalism.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and cultivate sources that lead to impactful, original reporting.
• Strong investigative instincts with a demonstrated commitment to accountability journalism.
• Excellent live reporting, anchoring, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Knowledge of public records laws, FOIA processes, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven journalism.
• Understanding of legal and ethical considerations related to investigative reporting.
• Strong writing, editorial judgment, and news-gathering skills.
• Experience producing content for digital and social media platforms.
• Proficiency in video shooting, editing, and multimedia storytelling.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Minimum of one year of investigative reporting experience preferred.
• Track record of impactful or award-winning investigative journalism is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong network of sources and community contacts to generate exclusive investigative and enterprise story ideas.
• Research, pitch, and execute impactful investigative and consumer-focused reports across multiple platforms.
• Identify accountability angles within daily news coverage and pursue deeper reporting opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership, producers, and digital teams to develop investigations from concept through publication and broadcast.
• Utilize public records, data analysis, FOIA requests, and other investigative tools to uncover stories that serve the public interest.
• Write compelling, accurate, and engaging content for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.
• Anchor assigned newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and strong news judgment.
• Deliver dynamic live reports and breaking news coverage from the field and studio.
• Create digital-exclusive and extended investigative content to maximize audience engagement.
• Maintain an active social media presence to build audience connections, source story ideas, and promote investigative work.
• Represent the station at community events and public forums as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Investigative journalism

Source development

Live reporting

Anchoring

Editorial judgment

Data-driven journalism

Multimedia storytelling

Public speaking

Team collaboration

News writing

Tools

Video editing software

Broadcast equipment

Job description

Investigative Reporter/Anchor

WCYB/WEMT is seeking an experienced, enterprising, and relentless Investigative Reporter/Anchor to join our award-winning news team. We are looking for a journalist who is passionate about uncovering impactful stories, holding those in power accountable, and delivering meaningful journalism that makes a difference in our communities.

The ideal candidate is a skilled investigator and compelling storyteller who thrives on digging deeper, asking tough questions, and pursuing the facts wherever they lead. This role requires a journalist who can develop original investigations, cultivate trusted sources, and present stories with credibility and confidence both in the field and at the anchor desk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong network of sources and community contacts to generate exclusive investigative and enterprise story ideas
• Research, pitch, and execute impactful investigative and consumer-focused reports across multiple platforms
• Identify accountability angles within daily news coverage and pursue deeper reporting opportunities
• Collaborate closely with newsroom leadership, producers, and digital teams to develop investigations from concept through publication and broadcast
• Utilize public records, data analysis, FOIA requests, and other investigative tools to uncover stories that serve the public interest
• Write compelling, accurate, and engaging content for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms
• Anchor assigned newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and strong news judgment
• Deliver dynamic live reports and breaking news coverage from the field and studio
• Create digital-exclusive and extended investigative content to maximize audience engagement
• Maintain an active social media presence to build audience connections, source story ideas, and promote investigative work
• Represent the station at community events and public forums as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven ability to develop and cultivate sources that lead to impactful, original reporting
• Strong investigative instincts with a demonstrated commitment to accountability journalism
• Excellent live reporting, anchoring, interviewing, and storytelling skills
• Knowledge of public records laws, FOIA processes, computer-assisted reporting, and data-driven journalism
• Understanding of legal and ethical considerations related to investigative reporting
• Strong writing, editorial judgment, and news-gathering skills
• Experience producing content for digital and social media platforms
• Proficiency in video shooting, editing, and multimedia storytelling
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• Minimum of one year of investigative reporting experience preferred
• Track record of impactful or award-winning investigative journalism is preferred

At WCYB, your work will matter. For more than 70 years, WCYB has been a trusted source of news and information across the Tri-Cities region, building a legacy of strong local journalism and community service. As the region's leading news organization, we are committed to impactful reporting that informs, empowers, and holds those in power accountable. You'll have the opportunity to pursue meaningful investigations, work alongside an experienced and award-winning team, and tell stories that resonate across our communities.

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.

The hourly compensation range for this role is $18.70 to $22.00. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include

• participation in a retirement plan
• life and disability insurance
• health
• dental
• vision plans
• flexible spending accounts
• sick leave
• vacation time
• personal time
• parental leave
• employee stock purchase plan