University of Wisconsin Madison
Rural Communities Reporter
University of Wisconsin Madison, Nutterville, Wisconsin, United States
Overview
Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) is seeking an ambitious reporter to tell stories of the state's rural communities for a cross-platform collaboration with PBS Wisconsin. This position is based in Wausau and will bridge information gaps and amplify rural perspectives, including investigating gaps in access to health care, tracking population decline, profiling innovative businesses, and reporting on community-led solutions to rural challenges. The reporter will cover daily news including breaking regional news of statewide interest and produce in-depth features for radio and digital audiences. The role requires collaboration with editors and reporters from WPR and PBS Wisconsin, and includes producing short-form vertical videos and other digitally tailored content for newsletters and social media channels.
WPR serves a large audience through on-air and online platforms. This reporter will provide daily stories, feature reports, and appearances on statewide talk shows. This is an ongoing/renewable, full-time, 40-hour-a-week position headquartered in Wausau, with a schedule that may include evenings and weekend on-call shifts. The position is hybrid (in-person and remote work); fully remote candidates will not be accepted. Remote work requires a flexible work arrangement (FWA) and access to high-speed internet and a university-provided computer. Transportation between home and the assigned work location is not payable/reimbursable.
Responsibilities
Applies editorial judgment and maintains industry standards of journalistic ethics and excellence.
Contributes content including interviewing sources, writing stories/reports, and completing production tasks for news/public affairs reports.
Collaborates with digital content teams on long-term and short-term multimedia projects.
Stays abreast of developments in assigned areas, maintains contacts for follow-up, and researches topics to provide in-depth reports.
Department UWMSN, WPM, WPR, News Network Newsroom
Compensation & Benefits Compensation: Expected salary range is mid to high 50s. Actual pay depends on experience and qualifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). See benefits overview: http://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf
Required Qualifications
Excellent communication skills including newswriting.
Demonstrated history of enterprising reporting.
Demonstrated knowledge of newsgathering and reporting techniques.
Ability to work in both independent and collaborative settings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing and producing radio stories.
Knowledge and understanding of Wisconsin and its rural communities.
Experience working in public media.
Education A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of professional reporting experience is preferred OR 5 years of professional reporting experience.
How to Apply Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. Please note there is only one attachment field; upload all documents in that field. Required materials: (1) Resume; (2) Cover letter describing how your experience relates to the listed qualifications; (3) A single document with three samples or links to three samples of daily news stories produced for broadcast and/or web (not shared bylines). If stories were produced in both radio and text/digital versions, include links to both. Writing samples will be assessed for clarity, sourcing, reporting, spelling, and grammar.
Applicants should ensure eligibility to work in the United States. Finalists will be asked to provide at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact Information Mariah Stuckey, mariah.stuckey@wisc.edu, (608) 890-2272
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for details.
Institutional Statement on Diversity Diversity is a source of strength and a core value at UW-Madison. We value diverse backgrounds and strive for an inclusive community. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. See postings for applicant and employee rights and to view required postings.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation, please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Employment may require a criminal background check. The UW System will not reveal identities of applicants who request confidentiality, except for the successful candidate. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains policy and statistics and is available on request.
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WPR serves a large audience through on-air and online platforms. This reporter will provide daily stories, feature reports, and appearances on statewide talk shows. This is an ongoing/renewable, full-time, 40-hour-a-week position headquartered in Wausau, with a schedule that may include evenings and weekend on-call shifts. The position is hybrid (in-person and remote work); fully remote candidates will not be accepted. Remote work requires a flexible work arrangement (FWA) and access to high-speed internet and a university-provided computer. Transportation between home and the assigned work location is not payable/reimbursable.
Responsibilities
Applies editorial judgment and maintains industry standards of journalistic ethics and excellence.
Contributes content including interviewing sources, writing stories/reports, and completing production tasks for news/public affairs reports.
Collaborates with digital content teams on long-term and short-term multimedia projects.
Stays abreast of developments in assigned areas, maintains contacts for follow-up, and researches topics to provide in-depth reports.
Department UWMSN, WPM, WPR, News Network Newsroom
Compensation & Benefits Compensation: Expected salary range is mid to high 50s. Actual pay depends on experience and qualifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). See benefits overview: http://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf
Required Qualifications
Excellent communication skills including newswriting.
Demonstrated history of enterprising reporting.
Demonstrated knowledge of newsgathering and reporting techniques.
Ability to work in both independent and collaborative settings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing and producing radio stories.
Knowledge and understanding of Wisconsin and its rural communities.
Experience working in public media.
Education A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of professional reporting experience is preferred OR 5 years of professional reporting experience.
How to Apply Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. Please note there is only one attachment field; upload all documents in that field. Required materials: (1) Resume; (2) Cover letter describing how your experience relates to the listed qualifications; (3) A single document with three samples or links to three samples of daily news stories produced for broadcast and/or web (not shared bylines). If stories were produced in both radio and text/digital versions, include links to both. Writing samples will be assessed for clarity, sourcing, reporting, spelling, and grammar.
Applicants should ensure eligibility to work in the United States. Finalists will be asked to provide at least three professional references with titles, emails, and phone numbers (including at least one supervisory reference). References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact Information Mariah Stuckey, mariah.stuckey@wisc.edu, (608) 890-2272
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for details.
Institutional Statement on Diversity Diversity is a source of strength and a core value at UW-Madison. We value diverse backgrounds and strive for an inclusive community. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. See postings for applicant and employee rights and to view required postings.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation, please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Employment may require a criminal background check. The UW System will not reveal identities of applicants who request confidentiality, except for the successful candidate. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains policy and statistics and is available on request.
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