Job Opportunity

The Wisconsin Institute for Discovery has posted a new position: science writer and communications specialist.

http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_072539.html

Job Opportunity

Job Opening: Communications Specialist

We're looking for a writer who can translate basic science research into compelling stories. As part of the communications team at the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, the chosen candidate will work closely with a media specialist and the communications director to showcase the Center's collaborative research and associated programs.

If you are a communicator who would like to cover science stories ranging from biology to engineering and economics, or know someone who fits this description, please see PVL #72388 for details.

Please direct any questions about this position to Margo Broeren (mbroeren@glbrc.wisc.edu, 608-890-2168).

Great Local Event- Thurs Oct 13th Madison Chapter of SPJ Presents Google 101

When:  October 13

Where: Vintage Brewing Company, 674 S. Whitney Way, Madison

Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Google 101 for Journalists 

Madison - The Madison Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) invites journalists from print, broadcast and digital to Google 101 for Journalists. This unique session led by Google’s Jake Parillo will introduce ways journalists can search smarter, keep better tabs on their beats, see what's hot and what's not, add a visual edge to online content, and use Google on the go when reporting in the field. Walk away with tips and tricks and an online resource – for Google Search, Hot Trends, Insights, Reader, News, Maps, and more.

Every day, millions of people around the world use Google's search engine to find what they're looking for. Editors, journalists, producers, and others in the media have long known just how essential it is to be able to find and use information efficiently and effectively, and this Google 101 introduction demonstrates ways to work more efficiently and effectively on the web. Learn how to get the most from Search and other free tools from Google.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Membership in SPJ is not necessary to attend. Your RSVP is appreciated.

Members of the public are welcome.

SPJ is a national membership organization that promotes high standards and ethics among journalists, fosters First Amendment principles and advocates that journalism is a key element in representative democracy.

Contact: Joseph Radske, vice president, SPJ Madison Pro Chapter, jradske@msn.com,  (262-366-1259)

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Job Opportunity

Madison-based association is looking to retain the services of a talented contract copyeditor/editor who would work on three different journals. For more information contact Stefan Bergmann at Forest Products Society, 231.1361 x 215 or stefan@forestprod.org

A great local festival

Works in Progress: RSVP & donate

www.wisconsinbookfestival.org

Job Opportunity: Communications Coordinator at Wisconsin Bankers Association

Wisconsin Bankers Association is looking for a Communications Coordinator. Based in Madison, WI. Apply at http://ow.ly/6kdIc

WPR: ASSOCIATE RADIO PRODUCER

Wisconsin Public Radio announces an opening for an Associate Producer, otherwise known as Segment/Program Associate Producer for TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE.

 

Here is some basic information about the opportunity.

Radio Associate Producer

Associate Broadcasting Specialist                                                                                  Location: Madison

SUMMARY

Assist in planning and producing broadcast interviews and web features for To the Best of Our Knowledge, a Peabody Award-winning “public radio magazine of ideas” with a national audience of more than 400,000.  This is not an on-air position.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

·         Keep current on a variety of issues and trends in politics, science, culture and the arts.

·         Generate creative ideas for thought provoking interviews and programs.

·         Assemble related multimedia Web content, and produce Web packages.

·         Research story and program ideas, locate, pre-interview and schedule appropriate guests in consultation with editor.

·         Provide interviewers with background material and focused questions.

·         Write program scripts and continuity copy for program host.

·         Participate in weekly editorial meeting to suggest and discuss topics and guests for programs.

·         Edit audio, making content decisions about what to include in interviews.

And much more…

Position announcement is available at http://www.wpr.org/about/jobs/ttbook-AP_pd.cfm.   Questions about this job may be directed to Steve Paulson;  608-263-5412.

Direct inquiries and application materials to Betsy Nelson, WPR Human Resources, betsy.nelson@wpr.org. 608-262-5221.

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Betsy Nelson

Broadcasting & Media Innovations Division

UW-Extension