Investigative Reporter Whns

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WHNS

FOX Carolina is located in Greenville South Carolina - consistently ranked among the best small cities in the U.S. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville North Carolina and offers a competitive news environment. FOX Carolina is emerging as a news leader producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our award-winning team thrives in a fast-paced collaborative and fun environment.

Greenville features a vibrant downtown centered on the Reedy River with top-rated restaurants and breweries plus miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes mountains and historic landmarks - all within a short drive. Greenville continues to earn top recognition as a top city a top foodie destination and one of the best places in the country for young professionals.

Job Summary/Description:

FOX Carolina (WHNS) in Greenville SC is looking for a relentless Investigative Reporter who doesnt just wait for the news to happenyou go out and find the stories that others miss. If you have a passion for holding the powerful accountable and a digital-first mindset that ensures your investigations reach people wherever they are we want to talk to you. This isnt just about a slot in a newscast; its about making a real measurable impact in the community.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Own the investigation: Dig deep into complex issues from government accountability to consumer advocacy and turn them into compelling multi-platform narratives.
Contribute daily: Maintain a high-energy pace by providing daily investigative updates enterprise quick turns or digital-first content while working on your long-term deep dives.
Drive digital engagement: You wont just post your stories; youll build digital-first experiences using interactive elements social video and web-exclusive deep dives.
Cultivate deep roots: Build and maintain a robust network of sources and whistleblowers who trust you to tell the stories that matter.
Respond with urgency: While youre a long-form specialist youre also a journalist firstready to jump in with authority when breaking news hits.
Collaborate for impact: Work closely with our legal team producers and digital staff to ensure every investigation is bulletproof and broadly distributed.
Master the craft: Shoot write and edit your own content (yes youre a pro with a camera and EDIUS) to maintain total creative control over your vision.
Maintain the highest standards of integrity and editorial judgment in everything you produce.

Qualifications/Requirements:

A Self-Starter spirit: You dont wait for assignments; you come to the table with a notebook full of pitches and the drive to see them through.
Relentless curiosity: Youre the person who asks why and how until you get the real answer.
Digital-first fluency: You understand that a broadcast piece is just one part of a storys life cycle on social web and streaming.
Technical versatility: Youre comfortable operating gear in the field and editing under pressure without sacrificing quality.
A deep understanding of media law and a commitment to accuracy that is second to none.
Urgency and empathy: You know how to handle sensitive subjects with care while never losing the get it first spirit.
Strong communication organizational and time-management skills
Outstanding Writing Skills & Dynamic Live Presence
Flexibility: Youre ready to jump in when the big story breaks whether that means weekends overnights or staying through severe weather.
You believe that news is a team sport and you bring a positive can-do attitude to the newsroom every day.
A degree in journalism or a related field and a reel that proves you can do it all. Minimum 3 years of reporting experience. (MVR check required).

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WHNS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

AdditionalInfo:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.