Multimedia Journalist, Eau Claire Job at Morgan Murphy Media, La Crosse, WI

  • Morgan Murphy Media
  • La Crosse, WI

Job Description

WKBT, News 8 Now is looking for an experienced Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom and continue our tradition of excellence across media platforms. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is able to work from their home in Eau Claire, WI, covering impactful stories targeting the northern section of the DMA for daily newscasts as well as our digital and social audiences.

What you'll do:

  • 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 daily news planner.
  • Develop a key understanding of the northern section of the La Crosse/Eau Claire DMA and build relationships with newsmakers, politicians and residents.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • 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.

Morgan Murphy Media is a progressive and family-owned business that places our highest values on our employees, the workplace culture, and the communities we serve. WKBT is the CBS affiliate proudly serving western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeast Iowa. In addition to offering an array of traditional broadcast channels and award-winning newscasts, we are at the forefront of the digital and on-demand landscape locally through our website and news, weather, and streaming apps.

Morgan Murphy Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Work from home, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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