Investigative Reporter

Continuing its deep tradition of investigative reporting, The News & Observer is hiring a journalist for McClatchy’s North Carolina investigations team.

This Raleigh, NC-based position requires a versatile talent: an excellent reporter and storyteller skilled at using data analysis and public records to build exclusive accountability reporting.

What You'll Bring

The successful candidate will be competitive and collaborative. Someone who moves with urgency and thoughtfulness to produce journalism that makes a difference in the lives of our readers. Someone with a track record of holding officials accountable by unearthing the impact of their actions.

More Specifically, We Are Looking For

• A proven eye for accountability stories relevant to local audiences
• The ability to juggle quick-turn reporting while working on deeper dives Strong storytelling skills
• Experience with data journalism
• A never-take-no-for-an-answer approach to landing public records
• The ability to build sources on and off the record
• A tested strategy for bulletproof fact-checking
• A growth mindset that includes an embrace of new tools, such as generative AI and machine learning
  
  

Like all journalists at McClatchy, you must work (and play) well with others and have skills to build audience loyalty, engagement and growth through compelling journalism reflective of our audience’s needs and interests.

This role will require a commitment to change — to constantly adapting to the ever-evolving ways in which our audience seeks out and interacts with journalism. It will require enthusiastic participation in ongoing conversations about what’s working and what could work better, and an equally enthusiastic commitment to adapting accordingly.

To apply, submit a resume, a cover letter describing why you would be a good match and at least three examples of your investigative journalism.

What We'll Bring

McClatchy’s NC I-team includes accomplished journalists at the N&O and The Charlotte Observer who publish stories with both a local focus and a statewide sweep. Some examples of the team’s most recent accountability work include: Private Eyes, Security for Sale, Police Payouts, Death on the Job, Power + Secrecy, Hopes Foreclosed, Burdened After Death and Big Poultry

The Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill region is among the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Known as the Triangle, the area is home to major universities, state government, numerous corporate headquarters and fast-growing startups. Our journalists work in communities with vibrant choices for foodies, arts and music lovers and nature lovers.

You’d be joining a newsroom with a strong reputation for doing top-tier journalism and treating colleagues with respect and empathy. This is a newsroom of high-achieving veteran journalists and talented newcomers. We offer ongoing training and plenty of fun events throughout the year. Our commitment to DEI initiatives is newsroomwide and genuine.

Our overall benefits package also includes a 401(k) with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, and a variety of mental health benefits. With an excellent support team and with focus on your well-being as a top corporate strategy, McClatchy provides benefits to support you and your family in achieving your health and wellness goals. For more information on McClatchy's benefit plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com.

About McClatchy

Our impact is growing every day. 30 growing markets. Over 65 million monthly readers. 57 Pulitzer Prizes. A strong portfolio of dynamic partnerships and smart investments. Our award-winning journalism, digital reach, and commitment to innovative growth have never been stronger.

As a member of the McClatchy family, you are part of a flexible, empowering, and exciting culture dedicated to creating a work/life balance and consistent opportunities for growth—a place where you have a voice and the ability to impact our future. It’s an exciting time to be here. Our company is experiencing the most transformative period in its history. We’re growing rapidly in the digital space and delivering award-winning journalism in innovative ways.