Investigative Producer, NBC 5 Chicago

NBC Chicago is looking for an Investigative Producer who’s creative, collaborative, and results-driven to join our award-winning News department.

Responsibilities include:

• Research, write, produce, and edit investigative content for the NBC/Telemundo duopoly and all digital platforms, including stories, long-form pieces, and teases as assigned by producers, platform managers, and investigative reporters
• Develop and maintain a network of sources and experts to generate enterprise investigative stories on a daily and long-term basis
• Monitor and evaluate incoming tips; identify investigative leads, patterns, and accountability story opportunities
• Conduct in-depth background research, analyze records, and synthesize complex information into strong story pitches
• Lead and support investigations that may require data analysis, undercover reporting, surveillance, or public records work
• Serve as a primary liaison with NBC’s national investigative units as needed
• File, track, and manage public records requests (FOIA, state/local open records laws)
• Collaborate with digital teams to develop complementary digital video, interactive elements, podcasts, and other multiplatform investigative content
• Provide editorial guidance; conduct interviews; coordinate field production and logistics for investigative shoots
• Uphold investigative standards and journalistic ethics while ensuring accuracy, fairness, and legal compliance