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Sinclair Broadcast Group

Investigative Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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WSYX/WTTE is searching for our next on-air PROBLEM SOLVER — a reporter who fights for viewers and gets results.

If you’re driven by helping people, digging into tough questions, and holding the powerful accountable, this is your newsroom. We’re looking for a reporter with strong investigative instincts, a compassionate approach, and the creativity to turn real-world viewer concerns into compelling storytelling.

This is a role for someone who loves solutions as much as they love storytelling—someone who can take complex issues, break them down clearly, and guide people toward answers.

What You’ll Do

In this high-impact, viewer-focused role, you will:

Investigate viewer complaints, consumer issues, and community concerns

Identify trends, track down answers, and

deliver solutions that make a difference

Create, write, shoot, and edit stories for broadcast, digital, and social platforms

Provide

clear, empathetic on-air reporting

that empowers audiences

Hold businesses, agencies, and institutions accountable—fairly and accurately

Build strong relationships with viewers and community partners

Work closely with Producers, Editors, Anchors, & News Directors to elevate your reporting

What You Bring

A passion for

helping people

and uncovering meaningful solutions

Strong investigative instincts and the ability to

follow a trail until it leads somewhere

Experience working with newsroom systems and media production tools

Excellent writing, research, and storytelling skills

5 years of experience in reporting (consumer or investigative experience a plus)

The ability to stay organized, calm, and focused when deadlines are tight

A commitment to accuracy, fairness, and ethical journalism

Who Thrives in This Role

Curious minds who ask “Why?”

Journalists who enjoy sorting out confusion and making things clear

Reporters who believe journalism is a public service

Storytellers who want their work to have

real-world impact

EEO & Inclusivity Sinclair is proud to be an

Equal Opportunity Employer

and a

drug-free workplace . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees—regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Job Info

Job Identification 15626

Job Category Production/News

Posting Date 12/08/2025, 04:48 PM

Locations 1261 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH, 43215, US

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