Multimedia Journalist, Oshkosh, WI, WGBA

Scripps • Green Bay, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

WGBA, the NBC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is searching for its next Multimedia Journalist. NBC 26 is looking for a Neighborhood reporter based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. As an MMJ, you'll research, capture visual content, write, and edit stories for multiple platforms. Nestled along the shores of Lake Winnebago, the largest inland lake in Wisconsin, Oshkosh has plenty for a journalist to cover and enjoy. It's home to EAA (the world's largest annual air show), an up-and-coming downtown business district, Northeast Wisconsin's largest university, and the Wisconsin Herd, the Milwaukee Bucks G-League team. Oshkosh is a hub of business — Oshkosh Defense, for one — and industry in the rapidly growing Fox Valley. Close to Milwaukee and Chicago to the south and Green Bay to the north, you're never far away from world-class theater, professional sports, and high-end dining. Or, if you want to get away from it all, hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, or any outdoor activities are just out your backdoor. If you want to be the go-to community expert, ask the tough questions, highlight the proud and dynamic people in Oshkosh and surrounding communities, and work for a station with innovation and experimentation at its core, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Requirements

• BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in a related field preferred
• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred
• Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment
• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments or evaluate news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
• Gather and verify factual story information through interviews, observation, and research.
• Organize material, determine slant or emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
• Shoot videos and still photos to illustrate stories.
• Edit, or assist in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.
• Appear on television in live and/or pre-recorded situations.
• Work cooperatively with photographers assigned to stories, if one is assigned.
• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.
• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees