Multimedia Journalist, Door County

Job Description

Multimedia Journalist, Door County, WGBA

WGBA, the NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin owned by The E.W. Scripps Company is looking for its next Multimedia Journalist, located in Door County.

Door County is often called the Cape Cod of the Midwest.

It's a place to live, work, and play.

It's home to many coastal towns filled with neighborhood charm, both along Lake Michigan to the East and Green Bay to the West.

It's known for fish boils, cherry orchards, and many local mom and pop shops.

From the sunrises to the sunsets, many people vacation there, while many call it home year round.

If you like the outdoors, hiking and scenic views, along with finding unique stories to cover, then Door County is the place for you.

Join this outstanding team and make a difference! Apply Today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Receive assignment or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot video and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television program when conducting taped interview or narration
• Give live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.
• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi media stories.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment
• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
• Proficient at posting content to various websites
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d51yq7-3-138-178-246-42 in your application.