Applies editorial judgment and maintains industry standards of journalistic ethics and excellence.

Stays abreast of developments in arts, policy and culture in Milwaukee and Wisconsin, and maintains contacts on continued stories to ensure follow-up, and research topic areas to provide in-depth reports.

Collaborates with communications team and editors on both long-term and short-term multimedia projects.

This position requires the ability to work on weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends, as well as means of transportation to conduct off-site reporting and interviews. Work will be performed primarily on-site at the Chase Tower in Milwaukee. Hybrid work options may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Researches and develops production strategy for one or more programs across broadcast and digital platforms

• Collaborates with other content creators in pre- to post-production processes, prepares materials, and handles logistics for broadcast and/or digital publications

• Produces, develops, and edits content that may include identifying topics, themes, guests, conducting pre-interviews and/or interviews, writing, and/or integrating content for multimedia platforms

• Maintains familiarity with studio equipment and/or applicable technology for production

• Performs daily operational activities for live and pre-recorded content, and may direct the editorial and creative process of production activities

• May schedule and direct operational activities for content production, including live/recorded studio or field productions

Department:

WUWM has the largest public radio newsroom in southeastern Wisconsin. Our radio market is Milwaukee - Racine (#42) In addition to covering the local issues that are most important to the community, WUWM's news team runs special reporting initiatives on significant beats, including the environment, education, and race and ethnicity and 2026 has seen exceptional work on housing through solutions journalism and community engagement reporting. Their local show and podcast, "Lake Effect," brings the community local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.

Over the last three decades, WUWM has increased content creation, become more proficient at raising funds to sustain its operation, and expanded its impact on the community. WUWM won 44 awards for work produced in 2025 by the News, Lake Effect and Digital Teams on productions like "Status Pending," "Swing State of the Union" and "Bubbler Talk." The stories and interviews were honored in competitions held by state, regional, and national journalism organizations. The independent, educational mission of WUWM and its programs fuel a passionate bond with its growing listenership.

Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000 (Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to discover and produce in-depth issue-oriented stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
  
  
• A bachelor's degree and one year of related experience, or 5 years of experience in broadcast journalism.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working specifically with or covering diverse populations, related to the arts and culture community
  
  
• Demonstrated familiarity with Southeastern Wisconsin issues
  
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of WUWM and/or public radio
  
  
• Audio editing experience
  
  
• Vertical video production experience
  
  

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online through this career website and provide:

1) a cover letter
2) a resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.

3) Three work examples/samples

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and may not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Apply electronically by the application deadline date of Friday, September 4th, 2026, at 11:59pm.



Contact Information:

Angela Broderick

Email: wickhama@uwm.edu

Telephone: (414) 229-3379.

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.



To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Arts-and-Culture-Multimedia-Producer_JR10013425.



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Applies editorial judgment and maintains industry standards of journalistic ethics and excellence.

Stays abreast of developments in arts, policy and culture in Milwaukee and Wisconsin, and maintains contacts on continued stories to ensure follow-up, and research topic areas to provide in-depth reports.

Collaborates with communications team and editors on both long-term and short-term multimedia projects.

This position requires the ability to work on weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends, as well as means of transportation to conduct off-site reporting and interviews. Work will be performed primarily on-site at the Chase Tower in Milwaukee. Hybrid work options may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Researches and develops production strategy for one or more programs across broadcast and digital platforms

• Collaborates with other content creators in pre- to post-production processes, prepares materials, and handles logistics for broadcast and/or digital publications

• Produces, develops, and edits content that may include identifying topics, themes, guests, conducting pre-interviews and/or interviews, writing, and/or integrating content for multimedia platforms

• Maintains familiarity with studio equipment and/or applicable technology for production

• Performs daily operational activities for live and pre-recorded content, and may direct the editorial and creative process of production activities

• May schedule and direct operational activities for content production, including live/recorded studio or field productions

Department:

WUWM has the largest public radio newsroom in southeastern Wisconsin. Our radio market is Milwaukee - Racine (#42) In addition to covering the local issues that are most important to the community, WUWM's news team runs special reporting initiatives on significant beats, including the environment, education, and race and ethnicity and 2026 has seen exceptional work on housing through solutions journalism and community engagement reporting. Their local show and podcast, "Lake Effect," brings the community local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.

Over the last three decades, WUWM has increased content creation, become more proficient at raising funds to sustain its operation, and expanded its impact on the community. WUWM won 44 awards for work produced in 2025 by the News, Lake Effect and Digital Teams on productions like "Status Pending," "Swing State of the Union" and "Bubbler Talk." The stories and interviews were honored in competitions held by state, regional, and national journalism organizations. The independent, educational mission of WUWM and its programs fuel a passionate bond with its growing listenership.

Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000 (Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to discover and produce in-depth issue-oriented stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
  
  
• A bachelor's degree and one year of related experience, or 5 years of experience in broadcast journalism.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working specifically with or covering diverse populations, related to the arts and culture community
  
  
• Demonstrated familiarity with Southeastern Wisconsin issues
  
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of WUWM and/or public radio
  
  
• Audio editing experience
  
  
• Vertical video production experience
  
  

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online through this career website and provide:

1) a cover letter
2) a resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.

3) Three work examples/samples

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and may not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Apply electronically by the application deadline date of Friday, September 4th, 2026, at 11:59pm.



Contact Information:

Angela Broderick

Email: wickhama@uwm.edu

Telephone: (414) 229-3379.

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.



To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Arts-and-Culture-Multimedia-Producer_JR10013425.



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