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Morning Reporter

FOX Television Stations
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JOB TITLE: Reporter (Morning Shift – WakeUp News)
FOX6 Milwaukee is looking for a powerhouse Morning Reporter to join our WakeUp News team!  We don’t just recap yesterday’s news – we set the pace for the day ahead.  We’re are looking for an innovative journalist skilled at finding enterprise stories who can pivot from a heavy breaking news scene to an engaging, high-energy live shot without missing a beat.  If you enjoy thinking outside the box of traditional television news, this job might be a good fit for you.  You’ll be rewarded with amazing company benefits including a generous time off package, 401k matching, a wealth of employee resources, and superior medical, dental, and vision benefits from day 1!

RESPONSIBILITIES:  
• Morning Execution: Serve as a key contributor to our WakeUp newscasts, delivering urgent, engaging live reports that help our viewers start their day
• Aggressive Reporting: Develop sources and break stories, finding new ways to reach audiences across all platforms.  You must demonstrate an ability to aggressively pursue relevant news and exclusive content
• Digital First: Prioritize digital and social media content to engage early-morning audiences on the go
• Live Skills: Showcase strong LIVE reporting skills and the ability to communicate complex stories in creative, digestible ways
• Collaboration: Work cohesively with streaming, digital and linear producers, photojournalists, editors and news managers
• Team Player: We want the type of person who strives to lead the broadcast and break the mold every morning, while always prioritizing team interest over self-interest

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related fiend with a minimum of 2 years’ reporting experience in a commercial television news operation
• Vision: A passion for storytelling and a consistent track record of bringing “big ideas” to editorial meetings with a vision for TV, digital, and streaming delivery
• On-Air Presence: Strong on-air skills both in the field and in studio, with a proven ability to ad-lib and handle breaking news situations with ease
• Technical Proficiency: Newsroom computer and related software skills
• Drive: A relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to the “morning grind” with passion and determination