At Houston Landing, we are expanding our newsroom team to include an investigative reporter responsible for telling important, timely and engaging stories about the Houston region.
What you’ll do:
- You’ll dig up quick-turn investigative stories that hold people accountable and make an impact.
- You’ll be on the lookout for breaking news stories that lend themselves to deeper follow-ups.
- You’ll aggressively use public records laws to obtain documents and data to uncover stories that would otherwise go untold.
- You’ll work with members of the newsroom to adeptly tell these stories in a variety of ways — traditional articles, videos, photo slideshows and online interactives. You and your supervisors will decide which format fits each story best.
- You will ensure your reporting prioritizes community information needs and includes diverse perspectives.
- You’ll work with your editor and the audience team to promote a social media strategy and figure out how best to reach our key audiences.
Who you are:
- You have a strong track record of investigative reporting and writing clean, accurate copy on tight deadlines.
- You are adept at using the Texas Public Information Act and the Freedom of Information Act to pry documents and data from public agencies.
- You are comfortable crunching data using spreadsheets and database managers.
- You have experience using multiple digital platforms to tell a story.
- You have a flexible attitude that allows you to thrive at a digital startup and think creatively.
- You are a curious, organized person who is always on the lookout for good story ideas and who knows how to stay on task to make those stories a reality.
- You are committed to our mission of finding a new path for quality journalism.
- You have a collaborative spirit, strong communication skills and a willingness to listen to diverse perspectives
Compensation commensurate with experience, minimum of $80,000
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