Job Listings At FOX6
FOX Television Stations, LLC is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. The FOX TV Stations markets include (*indicates a duopoly market): *New York, *Los Angeles, *Chicago, Philadelphia, *Dallas, *San Francisco, *Washington DC, *Houston, Atlanta, *Phoenix, Tampa, Detroit, *Seattle, *Minneapolis/St. Paul, *Orlando, Austin and Milwaukee.
This is a current listing of available job opportunities with WITI-TV.
Reporter
FOX6 Milwaukee is looking for a deeply curious, hard news, team-oriented nightside journalist with a drive to dig, break big stories and innovate every day on-air, online and streaming. If you love local news and are passionate about exploring new ways to bring it to new audiences, you might be a good fit for our team. 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
Developing sources, breaking stories, and finding new ways to reach new audiences across platforms is what it’s all about. You must be able to demonstrate how you aggressively pursue relevant stories and develop exclusive content. You must also prioritize digital/social media content. Successful candidates will have strong LIVE reporting skills and the ability to communicate complex stories in creative, digestible ways. You must work cohesively with streaming, digital and linear producers, photojournalists, editors and news managers to ensure a unified and powerful storytelling approach across all platforms. Strong candidates are the types of people who not only strive to be the lead story and break the mold every night; they also do so while prioritizing team interest over self-interest.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field with a minimum of 3 years’ reporting experience in a commercial television news operation. You must have a passion for storytelling and cometo our editorial meetings with great story ideas and a vision of how to deliver them on television, digital and streaming. You’ll need to exhibit strong on-air skills both in the field and in studio with the ability to ad-lib. Proficiency with newsroom computers and related software required. You must strive for excellence in everything and relentlessly pursue your stories with passion and determination. Please include a link of your recent work.
CLICK HERE to apply for the Reporter position.
Executive Producer of Streaming
Are you a cord cutter or cord-never news consumer? Are you bored with the current state of local news and ready to shake things up? And you ready to be a LEADER?
We’re seeking a dynamic, bold Executive Producer to lead our streaming news operation. As a key member of our team, you’ll be responsible for shaping the future of our local news streaming experience on FOX Local, FAST channels and social media.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the Team: Oversee a talented team of producers and host to deliver high-quality, engaging content.
- Curate Content: Develop and execute a robust streaming content strategy that includes live programs, breaking news coverage, exclusive interviews, and original features for connected TV, mobile streaming and social media.
- Drive Innovation: Explore innovative ways to leverage streaming technology and social media to reach new audiences and enhance the viewer experience.
- Master the Metrics: Analyze audience data to identify trends, optimize programming decisions, and maximize viewership.
- Elevate the Visuals: Work closely with our production team to create visually stunning content that captivates audiences.
What you’ll need:
- Previous experience leading streaming content teams or producing content specifically for streaming is a plus.
- Proficiency with live-streaming technology, the ability to teach and train a team, and a demonstrated willingness to learn and experiment with the technology.
- A deep understanding of the news and current events, and a passion for educating audiences.
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Strong news judgment and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
- A strong understanding of social media platforms and digital analytics.
- A creative mindset and a willingness to experiment with new formats and technologies.
This position includes weekend productions. If you’re ready to create the new standard for excellence in streaming news, this is the job you’ve been looking for. We can’t wait to learn more about your vision, share more about ours, and start working together ASAP!
CLICK HERE to apply for the Executive Producer of Streaming position
Streaming Host/Producer
Are you a dynamic personality with a passion for sharing stories? Are you one in your family or friend group who is always explaining this week’s biggest news? Are you ready to be a news influencer?
We’re seeking a talented Streaming Host & Producer to join our team and help us captivate audiences with engaging content. As a Streaming Host & Producer, you’ll be the face of our digital platform, delivering live, unscripted, informative programming, breaking news and episodic/on-demand content.
What you’ll do:
- Host Engaging Shows: Host live streams on a variety of topics, from breaking news to pop culture.
- Produce High-Quality Content: Produce your own content and content for other hosts and contributors, including explainer videos, longform podcast-style interviews, and live reports.
- Connect with the Audience: Build a strong connection with our audience and your own unique audience through engaging conversations and social media interactions.
- Stay Ahead of Trends: Stay informed on current events to identify potential content opportunities.
- Collaborate with the Team: Work closely with producers and editors to create high-quality content.
What you’ll need:
- A strong on-camera presence and excellent communication skills.
- The ability to produce live, unscripted streams, breaking news and episodic content.
- Streaming technology and broadcast switching experience as a plus, but interest in learning to use tools in new and different ways is a must.
- A passion for storytelling and the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
- A strong understanding of social media platforms and digital trends.
- Experience in video production and editing.
- A high level of energy and enthusiasm.
- The drive to thrive and self-direct in an independent work environment.
Position requires weekend productions. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, shakeup the news and information industry and become a leading voice in streaming media, we can’t wait to meet you and get to work ASAP!
CLICK HERE to apply for the Streaming Host/Producer position.
Photojournalist
FOX6 is looking to hire a creative, visual storyteller who enjoys collaborating with Newsroom staff to get the latest news into the hands of viewers. You must thrive in a fast-paced environment and be willing to pivot from one assignment to the next. Join a company with world-class benefits and a generous time off plan including 3 weeks’ vacation to start, paid holidays and more!
Responsibilities
Not an office job! As a FOX6 Photojournalist, your days will be anything but monotonous. You’ll be in the field chasing breaking news and turning stories on a tight deadline. You’ll be tasked with covering local events or even going on your own to capture compelling weather video. You’ll flex your storytelling muscles with longform pieces that you are passionate about. We will provide the equipment so you can capture the best sequences, natural sounds and moments to produce compelling stories that our viewers need to know.
Qualifications
- Vocational/Technical School degree strongly preferred
- At least two years of Television News shooting experience, as well as technical knowledge of non-linear editing software, preferably Edius, and photo equipment
- Must be physically able to lift, carry and handle 30 to 50 pounds of camera gear, and deal with the realities of a Wisconsin winter or summer
- Position requires driving
- Drone license preferred
- Ability to handle strict deadlines
CLICK HERE to apply for the Photojournalist position.
Editor
FOX6 Milwaukee is looking for a Video Editor who is passionate about making visual stories come to life. FOX6 produces more local news that anyone in the market and we need a creative editor to showcase the stories that need to be told. FOX is known for their world-class benefits including a generous time off program and competitive 401k. We’d love to have you on our team!
Responsibilities
You will be tasked with editing daily news and sports stories for live broadcasts, our station website and all current and future media platforms. You will brainstorm with producers, reporters and photographers to make the news pop on screen and provide impactful content to our audience across all platforms. We have high journalistic standards of fairness, and you must maintain that standard in every story you edit.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have experience using standard broadcast non-linear editing, preferably Edius. 1 year of editing experience preferred but not required. You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The ability to edit with speed, efficiency and creatively while producing high quality content is required. You must be able to demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills. You must have a proven track record of dependability and the ability to work a variety of schedules to meet company needs. A two- or four-year college degree is preferred.
CLICK HERE to apply for the Editor position.
Sales Assistant
FOX6 Milwaukee is a dynamic and innovative media organization committed to delivering top-notch content across multiple platforms. We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented team player to join our Sales Team and contribute to our continued success. As a Sales Assistant you will play a crucial role in supporting the FOX6 Sales Team to increase sales across all platforms. Your primary focus will be day-to-day interaction with FOX Station Sales (FSS), the company’s national sales organization. You will collaborate with various facets of the sales department, including digital sales, traffic and research.
Responsibilities
- Enter advertising orders/revisions in the Wide Orbit Traffic system
- Confirm sales orders in Wide Orbit Connect
- Communicate with the national salespeople regarding all preempted commercials and make-good offers, staying on-top-of of unresolved issues through completion
- Provide weekly exact commercial advertising times to salespeople or advertisers
- Work with Finance department on invoicing, discrepancy and collection issues
- Notify salespeople and clients of any late runs due to programming overruns, late breaking news, etc.
- Support Sales Managers by working with creative services on commercial production projects
- Support local Account Executives with order entry, proposals, and reporting
- Oversee paid programming by working directly with FSS to ensure station has all paid time periods sold with program titles and CIA checks
- Work with traffic department on advertising copy traffic
- Work with other sales support personnel when neededWork with sales management on political advertising including maintaining contracts, ensuring FCC paperwork is complete and verifying that cash in advance payments have been receivedMaintaining the Political files on the FCC websiteSupport other station departments and station initiatives when neededHelp with additional projects and duties when needed
- Work with sales management on political advertising including maintaining contracts, ensuring FCC paperwork is complete and verifying that cash in advance payments have been received
- Maintaining the Political files on the FCC website
- Support other station departments and station initiatives when needed
- Help with additional projects and duties when needed
Qualifications
- Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Personable with good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to learn industry software including Wide Orbit and Kantar
- Two or Four year college degree and prior work experience preferred
CLICK HERE to apply for the Sales Assistant position.
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ABOUT FOX:
FOX Television Stations, LLC is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.
We believe in the future of entertainment – across all platforms and for all audiences.
FOX has always given unfettered access to the moments that have collectively captivated us. The breaking story. The unmissable final. The outrageous touchdown. The shocking cliffhanger. We changed the game on sports and news production. Now we’re looking to change the game again. We are pioneering the future of news, sports and entertainment in the digital realm.
It’s an audacious mission. We’re challenging ourselves to be the first to do it - to disrupt the digital entertainment category and redefine the live experience for the next generation.
And we’re doing it by starting from scratch. Think of FOX as a start-up with the backing of a Fortune 500 corporation.
FOX has always been an advocate for the disruptive spirit. And now, we’re looking for like-minded people to push the boundaries on what entertainment can mean. Join us to help make the best of sports, news and entertainment more personal, more immersive and more interactive than ever before.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those individuals who have been selected for interviews will be contacted.
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WITI – TV/FOX6 is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled
Contact Information
Applications and resumes may be sent to the attention of the Human Resources Dept. at:
- FOX 6 – WITI
- 9001 N. Green Bay Road
- Milwaukee, WI 53209
Fax: 414-357-8937
Email: witi-hr@fox.com