Executive Reporter, WGBA

Media Networks, Inc.; Green Bay, Appleton (WI, WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WGBA, the NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking an Executive Reporter to lead our storytelling mission and mentor talent at all levels. This role requires vision, creativity, and a commitment to impactful local journalism.

You will guide reporting teams, collaborate with newsroom leaders on content strategy, oversee story writing across platforms, ensure ethical standards, and foster a collaborative, high‑performing newsroom culture.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• Typically 4+ years in journalism or a related field.
• Willingness to mentor reporters and MMJs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance storytelling skills of reporters and MMJs.
• Collaborate with newsroom leaders to implement content strategy.
• Oversee writing of stories for all platforms with timely feedback.
• Develop workflow strategies for multiple programs and outlets.
• Ensure content meets journalistic standards and ethics.
• Deliver a vision and build trust among reporters, photographers, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Journalistic ethics

Libel laws

Community curiosity

Content strategy

Driver's license

Education

BS/BA or equivalent

Job description

Are you a storytelling visionary ready to shape the future of journalism in Northeastern Wisconsin? WGBA, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking an innovative and creative Executive Reporter to lead our mission, enhance storytelling, and inspire our newsroom team. This role offers the unique opportunity to provide expertise and passion for telling stories that impact our communities while mentoring talent at all levels to find creative ways to grow their skills. We mainly seek former or current Multimedia Journalists, or Anchor/Reporters looking to move into a Management position.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead, develop, and enhance the storytelling skill and abilities of all reporters and MMJs in the station.
• Collaborate with other newsroom leaders to consistently execute the content strategy through authentic, meaningful storytelling.
• Oversee the writing of stories for all platforms; provide timely feedback to foster continuous improvement.
• Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple news programs and outlets.
• Ensure that all content adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
• Deliver a vision and create trust among reporters, photographers, and newsroom staff.
• Perform other duties as assignegned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally, 4+ years of experience in related field preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Demonstrated expertise in storytelling.
• Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel laws.
• Curiosity for the community, city, state, and world we report on daily.
• Deep understanding of the content strategy.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company-required insurance limits

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.