Visual journalist/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, an award-winning news organization in Wisconsin and part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking a full-time visual journalist, who is skilled in video, photography and social media to join our digital-first news team.
We want someone who understands the powerful role visuals storytelling plays in reaching new audiences and who is committed to high-quality journalism at every level.
As we work to expand our video offerings, we are looking especially for someone skilled in and comfortable with producing video content using a variety of approaches (packages to support stories, live coverage, etc.) and fluent in social media platforms, such as TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. The successful candidate will have an envelope-pushing attitude and understand how to tell a story visually that resonates on these platforms- as well as being able to tackle still images, often on the same assignment.
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Our visual journalists must be able to move seamlessly between high school and professional sports, daily local news and deep investigations, community festivals and national entertainment events. The successful candidate must have the ability to collaborate with reporters and editors to produce compelling storytelling about the people and places of Wisconsin. The candidate will collaborate with journalists at the Journal Sentinel, USA Today Network-Wisconsin and USA Today Network Photo and Video Team on special projects, tentpole coverage and breaking news.
In short, our newsroom has a robust visuals team with opportunities for growth and personal development.
We are committed to building audiences in underserved communities and expect our visual journalists to cultivate contacts and create content that reflects these communities.
Responsibilities:
- Creates quality visual storytelling using photography, videography and text that informs, entertains and engages our audience.
- Experiments with video for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and other emerging platforms.
- Experience using video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere, and comfort using streaming and audio technology.
- Uses audience metrics to assist in making coverage decisions.
- Collaborates and connects with the community through visual storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.)
- Works with editors and other journalists to evaluate what works and what doesn't and develops ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
- Projects include a mix of daily local news coverage and longer-term enterprise projects or series.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's in communications, journalism, photography or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with multimedia storytelling techniques on multiple platforms.
- Exceptional core photojournalism skills (reporting, photography and videography).
- Ability to use basic and advanced computer programs, including but not limited to video editing software including Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanic.
- Deep understanding of and curiosity about competition for our customers' time and money.
- Self-motivated and self-directed.
- Strong industry knowledge.
- Organizational skills.
- Understanding of social media and how to respond and engage fan base on digital platforms.
- Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities.
- Able to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
- Works collaboratively within a cross-functional environment.
- Must embrace peer-to-peer feedback and training.
- Applies innovative, creative thinking to support the company's goals.
- Writing, spelling, grammar, AP style.
- Command of media law and Principles of Ethical Conduct.
- This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Application Instructions
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
1. Your resume - one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work or online portfolio, that includes video. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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