Video Journalist

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel seeks an experienced video journalist to create distinctive visual storytelling across platforms. The role involves producing high‑quality video and still photography for breaking news and enterprise coverage, covering daily assignments in sports, business, public safety, weather, education, and more.

What you'll do

Produce, shoot and edit high‑quality video and still images that accurately inform, entertain and engage our audience.

Develop and pitch fresh, timely visual story ideas, including videos, photo galleries and other multimedia.

Work on tight deadlines for breaking news as well as planned coverage, often managing multiple assignments at once.

Use audience metrics to shape coverage decisions and refine visual storytelling.

Maintain and regularly update visuals on digital platforms to keep coverage current and relevant.

Build strong relationships with editors, reporters, and the community, contributing to coverage plans and newsroom collaborations.

What you'll bring

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.

2–3 years of professional experience in video creating, editing or visual journalism.

Strong news judgment, planning skills and attention to detail.

Proven ability to prioritize, multitask and pivot quickly as news and assignments change.

Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.

Openness to feedback and commitment to continual improvement.

Willingness to work nights, weekends and travel as news requires.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment shall contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location.

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