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WLUK-TV GREEN BAY seeks an enterprising and aggressive reporter to join our team of investigative and consumer reporters. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. 

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) process
• Experience with computer-assisted reporting and data-driven reporting is required
• Familiarity of legal issues related to investigative television news reporting
• Strong writing skills
• Knowledge of current events is essential
• Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must
• At least 2 YEARS of investigative or hard news beat reporting experience is preferred
• A history of award-winning investigative journalism is preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain contacts and sources in the community to enterprise story ideas
• Identify and pitch investigative angles to big daily news stories
• Work closely with Producer and Executive Producer to refine investigative pitches and story scripts
• Write online versions of investigative reports and work with Digital Investigative Producer on "web extra" content for each investigation
• Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
• Other duties as assigned

While applying online, please include a recent web link of your work. If you do not have one, please submit a non-returnable DVD to:

WLUK - TV

ATTN: NEWS DIRECTOR

787 LOMBARDI AVENUE

GREEN BAY, WI 54304

Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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