Investigative Reporter — Data-Driven, High-Impact

Hearst Television, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WDSU in New Orleans seeks an experienced Investigative Reporter to join a team dedicated to high-quality, high-impact journalism across Southeast Louisiana. You will generate investigations, vet data, file FOIA requests, and craft compelling, revealing stories that drive change.

You will collaborate with digital, photo and design teams to adapt pieces for all platforms, demonstrating strong judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-changing newsroom.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience as a reporter and/or investigative reporter
• Proven ability to obtain and analyze data and file FOIA requests
• Strong news judgment and meticulous attention to detail
• Knowledge of social media and engaging readers on digital platforms
• Ability to collaborate with all newsroom teams
• Adaptability to a fast-changing news environment

Responsibilities

• Generate high-impact investigative ideas and stories
• Report and write high-quality stories with investigative techniques
• Produce short-term investigations and longer-term projects
• Collaborate with digital, photo and design teams
• Produce content that works across all WDSU platforms

Skills

Investigative reporting

FOIA requests

Data journalism

Collaboration

Digital engagement

News judgment

Job description

WDSU in New Orleans seeks an experienced Investigative Reporter to join a team dedicated to high-quality, high-impact journalism across Southeast Louisiana. You will generate investigations, vet data, file FOIA requests, and craft compelling, revealing stories that drive change.

You will collaborate with digital, photo and design teams to adapt pieces for all platforms, demonstrating strong judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-changing newsroom.