Current Available Jobs for WQOW

WQOW-TV 18 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is looking for a Digital Content Manager. This position is your opportunity to deliver compelling content in a competitive market on multiple platforms.

WQOW is committed to strong journalism. We are looking for someone who can deliver original content to our website and social media channels daily. A strong editorial eye is a must; this person will be trusted to ensure our website is free of spelling and grammar errors.

A successful candidate will embrace this leadership role and communicate with staff daily on digital best practices. We are looking for someone to push everyone on the team to bring their
best content to our digital platforms.

The right person for this job will be a strong writer who values accuracy and speed. Excellent news judgement is a must. This position is at the forefront of breaking news and is trusted to
bring our audience accurate, up-to-the-minute information when appropriate.

Knowledge of AP writing style and social media best practices preferred but not required.

This position also requires analyzing our digital content to identify what we are doing well and where we can improve. Communicating that information with the team is key. Newsroom
experience preferred.

Disclaimer: Any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening.

WXOW/WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and any writing samples to Kristen Shill, News Director, at: kshill@wqow.com

WQOW News 18, ABC’s Eau Claire affiliate, is looking for a creative, organized, and energetic person to join our team as a Technical Media Producer. This is a part time position.

If you are quick to learn new tasks, enjoy learning about new technology, and have an interest in learning about the news and television industry, this job is for you!

A technical media producer works behind the scenes of our newscasts and behind the scenes of our on-air programming. Responsibilities include graphic design, video editing, live newscast directing, live newscast audio board operating, master control monitoring, entering video into our system, quality control, clear communication, as well as other tasks as needed.

On-the-job training will be provided. Experience is preferred but not required.

Disclaimer: Any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening.

WXOW/WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

To apply, please email your resume to Dennis McSorley, Chief Engineer, at dmcsorley@wqow.com .

WQOW, an ABC affiliate in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, is looking for a bright, energetic, and articulate anchor for our 2 hour morning show, “Daybreak”.

This is not an entry-level job. We are looking for someone with at least one year of experience anchoring, reporting, and/or producing a local television newscast.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. You will be able to maintain a professional appearance under all conditions, including breaking news and under deadlines. You will also have a passion for local news and a positive attitude.

In addition to anchoring, our Daybreak anchors fill-in producing the show and produce their own content as well, many of which are in-depth, long-form packages.  WQOW is active in the community and our staff represents the station in several community events throughout the year.

Disclaimer: any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening and driving record with a valid driver’s license.

WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

To apply, send resume and reel to Kristen Shill at kshill@wqow.com

WXOW, ABC affiliate in La Crosse, WI, has an immediate opening for an Assignment Manager. We are looking for a responsible, self-motivated, and organized person to help lead the newsroom.

This is a leadership position where you will work closely with the News Director to shape our news coverage every day. Some of the responsibilities will include daily editorial meetings, produce, and manage daily story ideas, track upcoming events for potential stories, coordinate breaking news coverage, assign stories to staff, and work with reporters daily to cultivate the best story possible.

The ideal candidate will embrace social media as our staff produces content for on-air, online, and mobile platforms. Candidates should be comfortable with managing multiple employees, staff scheduling and special event planning. The ideal candidate should love breaking news and investigative stories, but also have a desire to work with reporters on enterprise stories that’ll help set our storytelling apart from everyone else.

To be considered, the candidate will need to be deeply invested in local, state, and national news, including but not limited to politics, business, and agriculture. A successful candidate will not only be able to work efficiently under pressure but be able to lead during it. Knowledge of Blox CMS, iNews and Avid is a plus.

Disclaimer: any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and driving record screening along with a valid driver’s license.

WXOW/WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

To apply, send your resume to Sean Dwyer at sdwyer@wxow.com. 

WXOW, the ABC affiliate in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is looking for a bright, energetic anchor for our 2 hour morning show, “Daybreak”.

You’ll be paired with established co-anchors and meteorologists to provide our viewers with overnight breaking news, weather and interviews. This is not an entry-level position and need at least one year of on-air experience. Familiarity with Wisconsin politics and issues is a plus, as is experience with iNews and Avid.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of anchoring, reporting and producing newscasts. This position is great for someone who has a team attitude and can provide a confident, trustworthy and fair presence both on-air and in the field. A successful candidate will work efficiently under pressure and be able to cover breaking
news.  

Applicants must have a degree in journalism or a related multimedia field.

Disclaimer: any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening and driving record with a valid driver’s license. WXOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

If you meet these qualifications, please send resume and video link to Sean Dwyer, News Director, WXOW at: sdwyer@wxow.com.

WXOW News 19 is looking for a full-time meteorologist to anchor our weather newscast. Successful candidate loves weather and can deliver an understandable accurate forecast. Position includes weekend fill-in, live breaking weather coverage, some reporting and organizing community weather promotional events.

We are looking for a person who embraces the challenge of forecasting four seasons, takes a leadership role in forecasting (especially during severe weather)and is committed to working as part of a team.

WXOW News 19 is committed to competing on all platforms: broadcast, web and social media. You need excellent communication skills. You will work with a professional forecast team using the latest version of The Weather Compan's MAX. We are equipped with MAX Studio, Storm, and Connect. You’ll also produce live and recorded weather updates for our radio partners. Commercial television experience and solid computer skills are required.

Disclaimer: any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background screening along with a valid driver’s license.

WXOW/WQOW is an EOE-M/F/D/V employer.

If you’re qualified send resume to Sean Dwyer, News Director at WXOW at sdwyer@wxow.com.