Executive Reporter, WGBA

E.W. Scripps Company; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

WGBA, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin, seeks an Executive Reporter to lead storytelling and mentor talent across the newsroom. The role focuses on guiding reporters and MMJs, developing content strategy, and ensuring ethical, compelling coverage for all platforms.

The Executive Reporter will collaborate with newsroom leaders, oversee story writing, and set workflows to deliver timely, high-impact journalism in Northeastern Wisconsin.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Storytelling

Editorial judgment

Journalistic ethics

Libel laws

Curiosity about community

Content strategy

Education

BS/BA in journalism or related field

Equivalent years of experience

Job description

## Executive Reporter, WGBAApply: Green Bay - Appleton, WI - WGBA/WACY: Full time: Posted Today: JR036991Are 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.**Please include a link that shows examples of your best storytelling abilities along with your application.** **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 #LI-SM2#LI-Onsite