Investigative Producer - WSOC TV

Position Overview

WSOC TV Charlotte is looking for an Investigative Producer!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, write and produce investigative content on all platforms for WSOC/CMG Charlotte


• Actively support the Action 9 brand by investigating tips, responding to emails, letters and phone calls, identifying possible interviews, conducting interviews and writing news stories


• Contribute investigative ideas and elements to daily newsgathering


• Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts to serve as sources for stories, confirmation of information and background information


• Lead investigations within CMG Charlotte and, as needed, across Cox Media Group


•  Knowledge of courts, police records and government operations


• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed


• Submit and manage public records requests  


• Manage and produce investigative shoots as needed


• Maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness and other journalistic ethics

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgment


• Knowledge of undercover investigative techniques as well as laws regarding libel, privacy rights, audio/video recording and property rights


• Strong research and data analysis skills


• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications or related field


• Experience in television news, preferably in investigative and/or consumer reporting


• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed


• Ability to travel if needed


• Comfortable in a fast-paced newsroom


• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and credibility


• Understanding of social media


• This position requires in-person work at CMG Charlotte