WKBT, Morgan Murphy Media’s CBS and MyNetworkTV affiliates in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, Western Wisconsin’s leading source for news, has openings for an Executive Producer, Meteorologist and Weekend Anchor/Senior MMJ.

La Crosse sits on the border between western Wisconsin and Minnesota, lying alongside the Mississippi River and the shores of Lake Onalaska. La Crosse, the largest city on Wisconsin’s western border is the county seat of La Crosse County. La Crosse is home to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Viterbo University, and Western Technical College. A regional technology and medical hub, La Crosse has received high rankings from magazines in health, well-being, quality of life, and education. From arts and culture to regional festivals, consignment shops, and an abundance of outdoor recreation, it’s easy to see why La Crosse is a popular area among college students and young professionals. The area also boasts a rich nightlife to choose from on any given evening. Three rivers and the beautiful bluffs surrounding make La Crosse County the perfect outdoor recreation area. You can kayak, fish, or just cruise the Mississippi, and Hixon Forest is full of trails for hiking and biking. Work on your short game at any of the six area golf courses, or in winter, enjoy some of the region’s best downhill and cross-country skiing.

Executive Producer

WKBT, News 8 Now has an immediate opening for a dynamic Executive Producer to help manage the day-to-day operations of the newsroom and shepherd Morgan Murphy Media’s new J365 Producer program.

The Executive Producer will work closely with the News Director on special projects, planning, and leading a growing team of award-winning journalists.

They will also guide the next generation of Producers through an intensive year-long on-the-job training program designed to set them up for a long and successful career through a dedicated curriculum to include showcasing, newsroom leadership, understanding the audience, goal setting, digital producing and more.

What you’ll do:

• Work closely with broadcast and digital producers, MMJs, photojournalists, and anchors to create compelling news content for all News 8 Now newscasts and platforms
• Develop daily coverage plans and special content plans
• Oversee J365 Producer program
• Provide feedback to the news team
• Produce newscasts as needed

What you’ll bring:

• Newsroom management experience preferred
• A strong newswriting and newscast producing background
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in high stress situations
• Must be able to work flexible hours and adapt to schedule changes

Morgan Murphy Media is a dynamic, 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.

We are 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.

CLICK HERE to apply directly for the position of Executive Producer.

Meteorologist

WKBT is looking for a full-time meteorologist who can communicate crucial weather information to a wide television and digital audience.

The right candidate will command local weather coverage by combining creativity, flexibility, and a flair for digital and social media.

What you will have the opportunity to do:

• Prepare and deliver urgent, compelling weather forecasts utilizing the latest WSI
• Max technology.
• Aggressively handle severe weather coverage with a priority on keeping people
• safe and well informed.
• Deliver engaging live reports, especially in breaking news and weather situations.
• Innovate and experiment with the latest technology in digital and social content.
• What you will bring:
• BA/BS in Meteorology or related field.
• Ability to excel under tight deadlines.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts.

CLICK HERE to apply directly for the position of Meteorologist.

Weekend Anchor / Senior MMJ

WKBT News 8 Now is looking for an experienced Weekend Anchor/Senior MMJ who is ready to take the next step in their career.

If you are a strong, engaged, and animated communicator who wants to cover the stories that matter from the field as well as the anchor desk, this is the opportunity for you.

Here’s what our ideal candidate needs to know: 

• WKBT is the type of station where you can share your passion with other like-minded storytellers, advance your career, and make an immediate contribution.
• We will provide you with the opportunity to grow as a storyteller, do great live shots and lead in the digital landscape.
• You may be tapped to serve as fill-in anchor for other shows as needed.
• We provide regular, constructive feedback from an experienced team and an outside storytelling coach.
• You’ll need a passion to look beyond an event or press release to provide context to the stories you’re assigned.
• You will have the opportunity to work with a photographer on a regular basis and will not do your own live shots.
• We love innovation when it comes to workflow, content, and training, and we want to hear your ideas.

Qualifications/Requirements: 

• 2-4 years anchoring/live reporting experience, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent news writing and visual storytelling.
• Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and social media platforms.

• Proficient at posting content to various websites and social media platforms.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays if needed.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. of gear and to sit, walk or stand for long periods of time.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.

CLICK HERE to apply directly for the position of Weekend Anchor/Senior MMJ.