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Ryan Strunk

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Milwaukee
As seen in: WDJT-TV (Milwaukee, WI), WKBT-TV (La Crosse, WI), WKOW-TV (Madison, WI), WQOW-TV (Eau Claire, WI), WXOW-TV (La Crosse, WI), Our Community Now
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Ryan Strunk’s Biography

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I’m currently pursuing a degree in Communications with an emphasis in Media Studies at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. My academic experience has sharpened and strengthened my interest in pursuing a career in broadcasting and digital media.

Outside the classroom, I’ve learned and applied skills in several professional roles, including as a photojournalist for WQAD 8 during the 2025 John Deere Classic, a Digital Content Producer/Weekend Assignment Manager/Videographer for WKBT News 8, and…

Ryan Strunk’s Journalist Portfolio

Ryan Strunk PKG Reel

Ryan Strunk PKG Reel

All of the video in this reel was shot by me during my time at WXOW and WKBT in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

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Ryan Strunk 2025 John Deere Classic Videography Reel

Ryan Strunk 2025 John Deere Classic Videography Reel

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Ryan Strunk WXOW & WKBT High School Football Videography Reel

Ryan Strunk WXOW & WKBT High School Football Videography Reel

All of the video in this reel was shot, edited, and produced by me during my time at WXOW and WKBT in La Cros…

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Ryan Strunk Basketball Videography Reel

Ryan Strunk Basketball Videography Reel

All of the video in this reel was shot, edited, and produced by me during the 2025-26 Wisconsin High School a…

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Ryan Strunk 2026 John Deere Classic Videography Reel

Ryan Strunk 2026 John Deere Classic Videography Reel

All of the video in this reel was shot by me during my time freelancing for WQAD during the 2026 John Deere C…

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Ryan Strunk 2025 UW-La Crosse Football Videography Reel

Ryan Strunk 2025 UW-La Crosse Football Videography Reel

All of the video in this reel was shot by me as I went to each of these UW-La Crosse Football games as part o…

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Articles

Black River Falls man convicted of sexual assault, kidnapping after three-day trial

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By Ryan Strunk Verified
| WKBT-TV (La Crosse, WI) Verified
JACKSON COUNTY, Wis. (WKBT) -- A Jackson County jury has convicted a Black River Falls man of sexual assault and kidnapping following a three-day trial that concluded Friday. According to a press release, 53-year-old Paul A. Sylvester was convicted on six charges: second-degree sexual assault, kidnapping, false imprisonment, operating a motor vehicle without owner's consent, theft and disorderly conduct, according to court records.
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Xcel Energy crews making progress restoring electricity for residents following severe storm

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By Ryan Strunk Verified
| WKBT-TV (La Crosse, WI) Verified
EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) -- Xcel Energy crews have made significant progress restoring power to more than 20,000 customers in northwestern Wisconsin after severe thunderstorms swept through the region, but some residents will remain without electricity until the weekend. The storms, which brought strong winds and golf ball-sized hail Thursday evening and early Friday morning, caused extensive damage to power infrastructure in Clark, Marathon and Rusk counties, according to Xcel Energy officials.
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Minnesota Vikings open season on the road against Chicago

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By Ryan Strunk Verified
| WKBT-TV (La Crosse, WI) Verified
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Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

Sports Intern at WXOW News 19

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

Edius, Ross Inception, Ross Streamline Exchange, CBS Newspath, and CNN Newssource