Investigative Reporter

Paramount

Investigative Reporter for CBS California Investigates crafting stories from original investigations. Analyzing data, developing sources, and holding power accountable.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeStudio City • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

own original investigations from tip to air
developing sources, backgrounding people and topics with precision
working public records and data tools
executing surveillance and hidden-camera operations when required
shooting and editing own material
crafting compelling scripts with producers and editors
building out digital and social content that extends stories beyond the broadcast
working a mix of fast-turn accountability pieces and long-game investigations
travel, work odd hours, and dig into topics most reporters won't touch
being on TV

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of continuous reporting experience
proven track record of investigative work that produced real results and real accountability
A digger's instincts
On-camera confidence and genuine drive for developing presence across broadcast and digital
Hands-on production skills
Strong visual and data storytelling
Collaborative by nature, self-directed by habit
Sharp writing
A valid driver’s license
Broadcast television experience preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401(k) plan
life insurance coverage
disability benefits
tuition assistance program
PTO

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Hard Skills & Tools

investigative reportingshootingeditingscript writingdata storytellingsurveillance operationshidden-camera operationsdigital content creationsocial content developmentpublic records research

Soft Skills

collaborationself-directionon-camera presencewritingaccountabilityinstinctsconfidencedriveadaptabilitystorytelling

Certifications

valid driver’s license