Investigative Producer, NBC4

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
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Job Description
NBC4/T52 is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Investigative Producer to join our award-winning investigative team. This role is responsible for developing, researching, and producing original investigative content across platforms with a strong emphasis on breaking news. The ideal candidate is a tenacious journalist who thrives on uncovering truth, holding the powerful accountable, and delivering impactful journalism without the need to appear on camera.

Job Responsibilities:
• Conceive, pitch, and develop enterprise and investigative story ideas.
• Conduct in-depth background research, gather documents, and analyze public records, data, and other materials.
• Cultivate and manage sources, including whistleblowers, experts, and community members.
• Work closely with on-air reporters, photographers, editors, and legal teams to shape compelling, fact-driven narratives.
• Assist with writing scripts, producing segments, and digital packages.
• Ensure all investigative content meets ethical, legal, and journalistic standards.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in investigative reporting or producing.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of FOIA/public records processes and data journalism tools.
• Excellent research, writing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of media law and investigative best practices.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must be available to work overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or required.
• Able to work extended and flexible hours during emergency situations and breaking news.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics:
• Experience with court documents, government databases, and financial records.
• Familiarity with editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, AVID) and newsroom CMS.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
• Prior experience working on collaborative investigative
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Salary Range: $75,000 to $115,000

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-74qe8q-35-215-184-102-42 in your application.