What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Reporter, WGBA position at Scripps Media, Inc.?
Are you a storytelling visionary ready to shape the future of journalism in Northeastern Wisconsin? WGBA, The E.W. Scripps Company NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is seeking an innovative and creative Executive Reporter to lead our mission, enhance storytelling, and inspire our newsroom team. This role offers the unique opportunity to provide expertise and passion for telling stories that impact our communities while mentoring talent at all levels to find creative ways to grow their skills. We mainly seek former or current Multimedia Journalists, or Anchor/Reporters looking to move into a Management position. You MUST include a link that shows examples of your best storytelling abilities along with your application. WHAT YOU'LL DO: • Lead, develop, and enhance the storytelling skills and abilities of all reporters and MMJs in the station. • Collaborate with other newsroom leaders to consistently execute the content strategy through authentic, meaningful storytelling. • Oversee the writing of stories for all platforms; provide timely feedback to foster continuous improvement. • Develop and supervise effective workflow strategies and procedures for multiple news programs and outlets. • Ensure that all content adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines. • Deliver a vision and create trust among reporters, photographers, and newsroom staff. • Perform other duties as assigned. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: • BS/BA in related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience. • Generally, 4 years of experience in related field preferred. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: • Demonstrated expertise in storytelling. • Knowledge and demonstration of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and libel laws. • Curiosity for the community, city, state, and world we report on daily. • Deep understanding of the content strategy. • Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company-required insurance limits #LI-SM2 #LI-Onsite If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps. SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION: At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. ABOUT SCRIPPS: The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40 markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.” As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company. The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40 markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.” As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.