RADIO NEWS REPORTER Job at Civic Media in Green Bay

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: ABOUT OUR COMPANY Civic Media has built a state-wide

radio and digital media network in Wisconsin with the goal of

championing the practice of democracy by empowering honest and

informative local voices. We\'re merging the legacy of radio with the

immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to a growing

audience via our 24 radio stations, websites, mobile app and associated

social media platforms. We work in a fast-paced environment that values

communication, integrity, vision, innovation and collaboration in order

to fulfill our vision of being the media platform that informs, guides,

and inspires our audience through the complex landscape of information,

commentary, and civic engagement. POSITION SUMMARY We\'re looking for a

smart, enterprising reporter to write and report stories covering the

Green Bay, Fox Valley, and northeastern Wisconsin area. The position

will be based in Green Bay. This reporter will focus on finding and

sharing the information that local audiences need to know about their

community. This reporter will produce stories for broadcast audio and

digital platforms and across a wide range of beats and subject matters.

This position will assemble and produce daily newscasts and coordinate

with other reporters to collaborate and share content. While the

position is hybrid, applicants must reside in the Green Bay area.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: Pitch, plan and report stories for broadcast and

digital platforms on a deadline. This includes writing and/or recording

audio and text stories, along with assembling other multimedia elements

(photos/images, videos, links, charts/graphs, etc.) Prepare and deliver

timely and accurate regional newscasts that reflect a range of subject

matter, audience interests and geographic diversity. Ability to adapt to

change in a daily and sometimes unpredictable news cycle. Respond to

breaking news and important events so as to serve the needs of our

audiences with the latest information. Initiate daily story ideas and

accept story assignments from News Department leadership. Coordinate

with news colleagues to share stories and support/fill-in for colleagues

in other areas of the state. Consistently post content on approved

social media platforms and in alignment with social media strategies.

Use social media platforms (Facebook Groups, others) to find story ideas

and develop audiences as part of ongoing audience engagement and growth

strategies. Write, edit and assemble weekly newsletters as directed.

Maintain extensive knowledge of issues, events and newsmakers in

assigned coverage area and across the state. Appear on local, regional

or statewide news/talk programming to talk about stories, issues, events

and newsmakers as directed. Maintain standards of accuracy, impartiality

and audience understanding. Maintain the standards of journalistic

ethics and excellence described in Ethical Guidelines for Editorial

Staff: https://civicmedia.us/news-ethics-and-standards Other duties as

assigned. Qualifications Education & Experience: Associate\'s degree in

Journalism, Communications or related field; Bachelor\'s preferred.

Proven experience in journalism, social media management and audience

engagement. Journalism: Demonstrated knowledge and skill in all facets

of audio and digital content production. Writing, editing and

copyediting skills. Adherence to deadlines. Knowledge of AP Style.

Listening and interpersonal abilities are critical. Talent for moving

quickly, multi-tasking and a commitment to helping connect our content

with audiences. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with audio

production, digital platforms, social media tools, content management

systems and basic analytics platforms. Experience with WordPress is

preferred but not required. Communication Skills: Skills to serve as an

ambassador for the organization and use your work to expand and deepen

audience connections. Listening and interpersonal a ilities are

critical. News Knowledge: Familiarity with issues, events and newsmakers

across Wisconsin. Time: Must be available to work weekdays and evenings

and some weekends as assigned. Ability to work non-standard hours in

support of major activities and emergencies. Passion for Civic

Engagement: Deep interest in local journalism, democracy, and connecting

with Wisconsin communities around relevant local issues. Reasonable

accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions of this position. Civic Media is an

equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion

in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic

information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as

outlined by federal, state, or local laws. PI276700626 \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.click2apply.net/6WBz75hYnEBM1urBkiJDx4

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Radio and Television Broadcasting

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