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Nexstar Media Inc.

Investigative Reporter/Producer (VB, Norfolk, Portsmouth)

Pay: $62,000–$72,000/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Portsmouth, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Producer plans and coordinates elements needed to create a film, television show, theater production, musical production or radio show. Works with writers, composers and artistic directors to develop ideas and scripts; oversees rehearsals or production schedule and budget; recruits financing to support production and marketing costs; negotiates distribution agreements. May also work on television or radio advertisements.

$65,899 / year median in Virginia

-6% projected decline

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Job Description

Investigative Reporter/Producer (Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth)

WAVY-TV 10 / WVBT FOX 43

is searching for an

INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER/PRODUCER

who is driven to research, write and produce hard investigative enterprise stories. You will be required to work within a team of reporters, photographers, and managers to cultivate sources, dig up source material from scratch, and organize several stories in various stages of development simultaneously. This role will be a major part of the station's online success with your story posts to WAVY.com. Several years of experience as an investigative reporter/producer delivering enterprise stories from pitch to air is a must. A history of on-air work at a commercial television station is required. The ideal candidate will also know how to acquire relevant public records by searching court databases and filing FOIA requests. The successful candidate will be relentless in the pursuit of the truth. You must have a proven track record of strong journalistic skills and supreme ethical standards. We're looking for someone who understands how to be professional and fair in investigative newsgathering techniques, and who knows how to take advantage of all resources available to a free press. We believe in the IRE mission of fostering excellence in investigative journalism and protecting the rights of investigative journalists. Overnights, nights and weekends may be required; candidate must be willing and able to work any and all shifts, including holidays. To be considered for this job you must apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar Please remember to include a link to your demo reel in your cover letter or resume (required).

COMPENSATION RANGE

Annual Salary $62,000 - $72,000 - commensurate with experience

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

A career path to grow your professional experiences Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits Retirement savings plan with company match Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire. No telecommuting No calls EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability #LI-Onsite