Senior Reporter Jobs in Wisconsin

A Senior Reporter in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in researching, writing, and editing news stories or features. They often specialize in a particular field, such as politics, business, or sports. They are typically responsible for developing story ideas, conducting interviews, verifying information, and writing and editing articles in a compelling and accurate manner. Senior Reporters are also expected to maintain professionalism while dealing with sensitive or controversial issues and should possess excellent decision-making skills to determine the newsworthiness of events.

To become a Senior Reporter, an individual should have a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. Proficiency in using word processing and media editing software, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and an ability to work under tight deadlines, are necessary. Previous job roles that could lead to this position include Junior Reporter, News Writer, or Correspondent. Experience in investigative reporting and a sound understanding of media law and ethics are also advantageous for this role. Some employers may prefer candidates with a certification from a recognized journalism body.

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Sports Producer/Reporter

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago

Do you want to get your foot in the door in an NFL market recently ranked as the best place to live in the United States? WFRV-TV, Local 5, has a rare opening for a Sports Producer/Reporter. This...

Sports Anchor Reporter

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 1 day ago

WFRV-TV Local 5, the CBS affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin, has a rare opening for a full-time Sports Anchor/Reporter. This is an amazing opportunity to cover the Green Bay Packers and the rest of...

Lead Creative Copywriter

  • Wausau, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 2 days ago

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having...

Sr. Creative Copywriter

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

Sedgwick Sr. Creative Copywriter in Milwaukee , Wisconsin Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick...

Healthcare White Paper Writer - Contract

  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • 5 days ago

Healthcare White Paper Writer Job Responsibilities Develop Research-Driven White Papers: Write in-depth, well-researched white papers on assigned topics, or if asked, generate topics....

Copywriter

  • Mount Horeb, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Horeb, WI
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview The Copywriter is an essential member of the Duluth Trading Creative Team, writing a high volume of new, compelling product copy and Omnichannel editorial stories consistent with...

Reporter

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago

Reporter, Milwaukee neighborhoods reporting initiative The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is seeking three community-focused and public-service driven reporters for our new neighborhoods initiative, a...

Multimedia Journalist Politics Spectrum

  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine alight on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist atSpectrum News. Part of Charter Communications,...

Multimedia Journalist, Politics - Spectrum News 1

  • Madison, WI
  • 22 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 22 days ago

Are you a storyteller at heart? Do you want to shine a light on the issues that matter? Apply to be a Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News. Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made...

MMJ/Reporter

  • Madison, WI
  • 24 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 24 days ago

MMJ/er WKOW-TV in Madison, Wisconsin is looking for an ambitious, talented and hard-working multimedia journalist for our award-winning news department. WKOW - TV in Madison, Wisconsin is looking...

Sr Proposal Writer (Medicaid RFP) - Remote

  • Racine, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 28 days ago

Job Summary The Sr Proposal Writer is responsible for creating, revising, and editing proposal content that supports Molina's response to Requests for Proposal (RFP). Will continuously strive to...

Remote Work

Proposal Writer (Medicaid RFP) - Remote

  • Racine, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 28 days ago

Job Summary The Proposal Writer is responsible for creating, revising, and editing proposal content that supports Molina's response to Requests for Proposal (RFP). Supports the development of...

Remote Work

Job Summary The Principal Proposal Writer is responsible for directly supporting the development of compelling content and sections of proposals for government sponsored managed care programs or...

Remote Work

Morning Multimedia Journalist

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: WSAW-TV in Wausau, WI is looking for a full-timeMultimedia Journalist to join Sunrise 7 our award-winning morningnewscast. This position will start in June or July 2025. The...

Multimedia Journalist, Manitowoc, WI, WGBA

  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 30+ days ago

WGBA, the NBC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in Green Bay, is in search of its next Multimedia Journalist. NBC 26 is looking for a Neighborhood reporter based in Manitowoc, Wisconsin....

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Salary for Senior Reporter Jobs in Wisconsin

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Highest Education Level

Senior Reporters in Wisconsin offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
23.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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