Multimedia Journalist: Local News & Digital Storytelling

WISC-TV; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WKBT, News 8 Now, in western Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. You will own the big story, shoot, write and edit for daily newscasts as well as digital and social audiences.

You will collaborate with producers and anchors, develop long-form reports for digital platforms, and connect with newsmakers and residents across the La Crosse area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent news writing and visual storytelling.
• Demonstrated proficiency with digital video cameras, commercial video editing software, and social media platforms.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. of gear and to sit, walk, or stand for long periods of time.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with newscast producers, assignment editors, and anchors to produce dynamic, local news content for live television broadcast and digital platforms.
• Create long-form, special reports aimed at digital audiences and key television viewers.
• Participate in editorial discussions and contribute coverage ideas to the daily news planner.
• Develop a key understanding of the La Crosse/Eau Claire DMA and build relationships with newsmakers, politicians, and residents.

Skills

Digital video cameras

Video editing software

Social media platforms

News writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

WKBT, News 8 Now, in western Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. You will own the big story, shoot, write and edit for daily newscasts as well as digital and social audiences.

You will collaborate with producers and anchors, develop long-form reports for digital platforms, and connect with newsmakers and residents across the La Crosse area.