Job Description
Join our award-winning news team at Metro News Network, where your investigative skills can shape public discourse. We're seeking a passionate Senior Journalist to uncover compelling stories, hold power accountable, and deliver impactful reporting to millions of readers across digital platforms. You'll work in a collaborative newsroom equipped with cutting-edge tools and mentorship from industry veterans. This is your chance to make a real difference in journalism while advancing your career in one of the world's most dynamic media markets.
Responsibility
- Research, develop, and execute in-depth investigative stories with national relevance
- Cultivate and maintain high-level sources across government, business, and community sectors
- Write compelling, fact-checked articles adhering to AP style and journalistic ethics
- Collaborate with multimedia teams to produce video/audio supplements and data visualizations
- Develop original angles on breaking news and trending topics with rapid turnaround
- Mentor junior journalists and contribute to editorial strategy sessions
Qualification
- 5+ years of professional journalism experience with proven investigative portfolio
- Exceptional research, interviewing, and fact-checking abilities
- Mastery of digital storytelling tools (SEO, CMS, data journalism platforms)
- Demonstrated commitment to journalistic ethics and accuracy under deadline pressure
- Ability to translate complex topics into accessible content for diverse audiences
- Strong network of sources in politics, finance, or public affairs
- BA/MA in Journalism, Communications, or related field