Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: Lambeau Field
Join us in Green Bay!
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- Hotel
- Job Fair
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Registration open until Feb. 16
Early Bird Rates IN EFFECT until Jan. 16
No refunds after deadline.
Learn about careers in broadcasting at the legendary Lambeau Field.
College and high school students encouraged to attend.
Keynote speaker:
BILL JARTZ
Retired WBAY-TV Anchor
Lambeau Field PA announcer
Bill Jartz is the public address announcer at Lambeau Field and a recently retired anchor for WBAY-TV in Green Bay. He’s won numerous accolades in his career for his work and support for local community causes. He is a member of the WBA Local Broadcast Legends. As the WBAY sports director, Bill won the admiration of northeast Wisconsin’s sports fans, performing play-by-play duties for pre-season Packer football games, and hosting the award-winning “Monday Night Kick-Off” throughout the regular schedule. In 1998 he transitioned to be a news anchor for WBAY-TV, which he did the rest of his career.
Experience hands-on broadcasting activities, a job fair with broadcasters from across Wisconsin, mock interviews, free headshots, and our Student Awards presentations!
Check out this video from the last Student Forum!
No refunds after Feb. 16. Early Bird discount rate of $25 per person through Jan. 16. Regular registration is $35. On site registration is $50.
Organizations seeking a table at the job fair, register here:
Agenda
Subject to Change
8 a.m. – Doors open for registered attendees (enter at the Lambeau Field Atrium using the American Family Insurance gate)
8:45 a.m. – Introduction and orientation
9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. – First Sessions
More Cow Bell: How to Get the Most Out Gathering Audio and Video
Two of Wisconsin’s photojournalism veterans share with you the tips and tricks they’ve learned over the year to get the most out of shooting video, which includes compelling audio and video. See examples and demonstrations.
Prepping for a Sports Broadcast
There’s a lot that goes into a game broadcast, both on the air and behind the scenes. Hear from a panel of broadcasters about the work that goes into preparing for a successful broadcast.
Panel:
Flash Forward: Your Path Ahead in College Media
This session is designed for high school students to learn about broadcasting opportunities on college campuses in Wisconsin. Hear from current college students from a variety of universities about their experiences working in college radio or television. From gaining broadcasting skills to meeting new friends with similar interests, find out what college media has in store for you!
Panel:
10 a.m. – 10:50 am. – Second Sessions
Chicken Soup From Chicken Poop: Making Good Stories From Bad Days
Anyone can tell a great story when everything goes right. But how often does that happen? In this session, you’ll learn to turn problems into solutions by running toward your reporting challenges instead of away.
Getting More Than Just a Foot in the Door in Broadcasting
How do you get the attention of a radio or TV station you’d like to work for? What should you expect when you get a job interview? How can you stand out as a candidate? Hear from a panel of experienced broadcasters who’ve seen the resumes, conducted interviews, and made hiring decisions.
Panel:
Reaching Audiences Where They Are
Your audience is out there, but more and more it’s up to broadcasters to reach the audience where it is, which includes digital media, over the top (OTT), and social media. Hear from a panel of broadcasters finding new fans in new places.
Panel:
11 a.m. – Noon – Keynote Address followed by lunch (included in registration)
with Bill Jartz, Retired WBAY-TV Anchor and Lambeau Field PA announcer
Noon – 2 p.m. – Job Fair and Hands-On Experiences
–Interview Celebrities on Camera
–Get experience in front of a green screen
–Read from a teleprompter on camera
–Call a game on the radio
–Get free headshots
–Practice live radio reads
–Use live remote broadcasting gear
–Viewing area for photos of historic Lambeau Field!
–Mock job interviews
2 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Scholarship and Award Presentations
Your MC
The Student Awards for Excellence contest opens Dec. 1. Learn more here. High schools can enter for FREE! Awards to be given out at the Student Forum.
Also, learn about the Student Leadership Award which will be given out at the Student Forum.
We have rooms available at two locations:
My Place Hotel
2220 Holmgren Way, Green Bay
Room rate: $89-$99
920-569-0540
Deadline Feb. 6, 2026
SpringHill Suites Green Bay
1011 Tony Canadeo Run, Green Bay
Reservation deadline: Feb. 10, 2026
Book Here
Companies and Schools Represented at the Job Fair
Want to have a table? Register Here
Event sponsors
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Event Space Sponsorship
Events at Lambeau Field
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