WXOW-TV in beautiful La Crosse, Wisconsin is looking for an ambitious journalist who is passionate about local news to fill the role of news producer.

If you have an eye for detail, consider yourself a spelling and grammar czar, and enjoy puzzles, this may be the perfect entry-level position for you.

We are willing to train the right candidate, and our extensive on-boarding process will prepare you to succeed in this position. We strongly believe in cross-training, so you’ll have the skills and confidence to excel as our early evening newscast producer, and a citizen of the newsroom.

The ideal candidate will have excellent time management skills and must work well under deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Accuracy is valued above all else and a degree in journalism is preferred. Knowledge of AP Style is a must.

Responsibilities include:

Search for news content from multiple sources, including our affiliates, social media, and local sources

Work with News Director, Anchors, Reporters and Meteorologists to execute content-driven newscasts

Assign camera operations and on-camera reads

Format content to fit within our show template

Write creative and engaging stories

Write compelling headlines and teases

Communicate well with newsroom team

Update our website and social media with new content daily

Manage breaking news

Monitor emails and news releases

Add potential news stories to our day planner

Perform other duties as assigned

Disclaimer: any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening and driving record, along with a valid driver’s license.

WXOW/WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.