• Our producers report to and work closely with the News Director and Executive Producer in shaping and ensuring the execution of our digital-first strategy on all platforms (website, social media, our news and weather apps, OTT and television)
• Act with urgency and immediacy. You are expected to research, write and post copy daily on all platforms, including wmtv15news.com and social media, as new information is learned
• Identify opportunities for live streaming on our website and Facebook, getting live and user-generated content to our News Now Desk, and sending push alerts to extend the reach of our work
• Ensure story selection and placement fits newsroom standards for vision and growth
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live
• Produce engaging and error-free work

Qualifications/Requirements:

• We prefer a college degree in journalism or related field, and at least one or more years of newsroom or digital producing experience
• Must have a desire to win, a positive attitude, and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go “beyond the press release” and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media
• Must be able to work quickly and multi-task under deadline pressure and breaking news
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage
• A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including station website, social media and OTT
• Working knowledge of CMS and Digital platforms, including ARC, Social News Desk and CrowdTangle Photoshop experience is a plus
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

WMTV is the NBC affiliate and Gray Television-owned station serving south central Wisconsin. We are the #1 station—leading the market in news and weather coverage. We are also recognized for sharing information with accuracy and immediacy on our digital platforms. We work hard and take pride in getting it right. For four years in a row, WMTV's team has been recognized as the Wisconsin Broadcaster's Association "News Operation of the Year" (for coverage airing in 2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019). 

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