Job DescriptionNBC Chicago is looking for an Investigative Producer who's creative, collaborative, and results-driven to join our award-winning News department.
Responsibilities include: - Research, write, produce, and edit investigative content for the NBC/Telemundo duopoly and all digital platforms, including stories, long-form pieces, and teases as assigned by producers, platform managers, and investigative reporters
- Develop and maintain a network of sources and experts to generate enterprise investigative stories on a daily and long-term basis
- Monitor and evaluate incoming tips; identify investigative leads, patterns, and accountability story opportunities
- Conduct in-depth background research, analyze records, and synthesize complex information into strong story pitches
- Lead and support investigations that may require data analysis, undercover reporting, surveillance, or public records work
- Serve as a primary liaison with NBC's national investigative units as needed
- File, track, and manage public records requests (FOIA, state/local open records laws)
- Collaborate with digital teams to develop complementary digital video, interactive elements, podcasts, and other multiplatform investigative content
- Provide editorial guidance; conduct interviews; coordinate field production and logistics for investigative shoots
- Uphold investigative standards and journalistic ethics while ensuring accuracy, fairness, and legal compliance
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in related field
- Relevant experience in television news production
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays, when necessary
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:- Minimum 3 years of experience in consumer investigative newsgathering and/or production
- Experience with news photojournalism and non-linear editing preferred
- Field producing experience
- Fluent in English and Spanish is a plus
- Experience partnering with legal and working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations as they relate to investigations, undercover content and hidden cameras
- Ability to write, edit and produce under heavy deadline pressure without compromising accuracy or credibility
- Ability to field produce and conduct interviews
- Basic understanding and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws
- Strong computer research skills, and working knowledge of analyzing data
- Knowledge of undercover investigation techniques
- Understanding of Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok etc.)
- Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology, with a pioneering spirit with desire to learn emerging technologies and invent the future
- Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Be willing to work in Chicago, IL
- Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary Range:
$75,000-$115,000Additional InformationAs part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.
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