Job Description

WKBT News 8 Now, the top-rated news station in La Crosse, Wisconsin (DMA 129) is looking for a skilled Video Editor/Videographer to join our morning news team. This position combines in-house video editing and outdoor camera work to create engaging news video content. We're looking for someone with a keen eye, a strong understanding of video editing and videography techniques and a passion for storytelling.

What you will have the opportunity to do:

• Work with the morning news team to create the visual elements necessary to compel our news products across multiple platforms, including TV, social media, and mobile applications.
• Use the latest video editing software to produce impactful, compelling news stories that resonate with viewers.
• Shoot broadcast-quality video, conduct interviews, and utilize live news gathering tools, such as Live-U to generate news content.
• Maintain and care for all assigned camera equipment, vehicles, and editing hardware.
• Work within tight deadlines to ensure video content is delivered on time for both broadcast and digital publication.
• Stay up to date with the latest video editing, videography, and live broadcast technology.
• Optimize video products for social media/digital platforms and shareability.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, mass communications, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with industry-leading video editing software and videography equipment.
• Availability to work overnight/early-morning hours.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of live news gathering tools like Live-U is a plus.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

What you will earn:

• A competitive hourly rate of $16/hour or more based on experience including full benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, EAP, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

• The chance to live in a vibrant college community with a small-town feel, great local restaurants and shopping, plenty of outdoor space to explore, and beautiful 4-season weather.

Morgan Murphy Media is a progressive and family-owned business that places our highest values on our employees, the workplace culture, and the communities we serve. WKBT is the CBS affiliate proudly serving western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeast Iowa. In addition to offering an array of traditional broadcast channels and award-winning newscasts, we are at the forefront of the digital and on-demand landscape locally through our website and news, weather, and streaming apps.

Morgan Murphy Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.

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