Investigative Editor

Description

The Baltimore Sun is seeking an Editor to lead our digital-forward accountability team. This role will lead the Baltimore Sun's accountability reporting team, guiding journalists to produce original, high-impact accountability journalism that examines how decisions are made, where oversight breaks down, and what the public needs to know to make informed choices.

Essential Functions

• Lead and mentor a team of investigative journalists, setting editorial priorities and maintaining high standards of accuracy, credibility, and impact.
• Identify opportunities for investigative projects and guide reporters in developing ideas into comprehensive investigative stories.
• Set investigative priorities by identifying gaps in coverage and guiding reporters toward stories that serve the public interest.
• Champion innovative storytelling by encouraging the team to leverage digital tools and multimedia formats to enhance reporting and engage audiences.
• Oversee audience strategy by analyzing engagement metrics, providing direction to grow readership, and aligning reporting with audience insights.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with visuals, data, and audience teams to maximize impact, including guiding video production and live-streaming initiatives when appropriate.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of investigative journalism experience, including editorial leadership or producing/editing investigative projects.
• Willing to work irregular hours and holidays as needed.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000

Individual compensation may vary from the target range based on several factors, including experience, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

Application Submission

With your submission, please include a cover letter to highlight your editorial leadership, approach to guiding investigative teams, and vision for producing high-impact accountability reporting. Materials can be sent to careers@baltsun.com.