Investigative Reporter Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's 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.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:
$70,000 - $85,000/yr.
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager's Discretion)
Job Type:
Full-Time
About WOIO/WUAB:
WOIO-19 and WUAB-TV are the CBS and CW Affiliates in Cleveland, Ohio, as well as WTCL, the only Telemundo station in the Cleveland DMA. We produce 66.5 hours of live, local news, weather and sports every week and deliver content on a 24/7 basis on our digital platforms on WOIO and 5+ hours of news on WTCL. We carry Browns Football, the NFL, NCAA March Madness, PGA. We are proud to be one of the highest-rated CW affiliates in the country with WUAB! We are the only station in the market serving the Hispanic Community with Telemundo Cleveland.
Job Summary/Description:
Do you have a folder full of FOIA requests and a passion for digging where others won't? Are you the kind of reporter who sees a spreadsheet not as a chore, but as a roadmap to a massive story? We're looking for an Investigative Reporter in Cleveland who is ready to join an aggressive team and do the work that actually matters-holding the powerful accountable and uncovering the stories that shape our community.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Hold the powerful accountable: Use your investigative instincts to uncover corruption, waste, and injustice, telling stories that demand change in Cleveland.
• Master the data: Dive deep into spreadsheets and public records to find the "smoking gun" that others miss, turning complex data into compelling, human-centric narratives.
• Build sources: Develop and maintain a deep network of sources that gives us the inside track on the stories that matter most.
• Create for every screen: Produce high-impact content across all platforms, from traditional broadcast pieces and digital shorts to long-form documentaries and podcasts.
• Provide the "Why": Jump into breaking news situations to provide the deeper context and investigative "meat" that explains not just what happened, but why it happened.

Qualification/Requirements:
• Minimum two (2) years of broadcast investigative reporting experience in a small to medium TV market.
• Must be able to create content for all platforms.
• Degree in journalism or related field is preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required..
If you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WOIO/WUAB-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television 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, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television 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 Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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