Reporter I Sports Anchor
Reporter I Sports Anchor
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Job Description
WBOY is looking for a Sports Anchor to join the team at north central West Virginias toprated TV station. We focus on producing large market quality while working in the family atmosphere of a small work in a friendly community with a great pace of life and easy access to lots of outdoor beauty and recreation all within quick reach of many large metropolitan areas.
We have a robust track record of preparing employees for promotions within our organization and in our industry as a whole. We offer excellent benefits including paid vacations holidays and personal days 80 hours sick leave with pay per year health insurance plans Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts 401K Retirement Plan Paid Parental Leave Dental Vision Teledoc Behavioral Health services prescription drug coverage life insurance plans paid short term disability and many more benefit options. Compensation package will be based on experience.
The Sports Anchor produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Additionally the Sports Anchor:
Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
Ensures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner
Assists in writing copy editing researching and coordinating sports programming and other content
Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage
Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Shoots video for sports reports
Sets up composes and executes video shots
Maintains video equipment
Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content
Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and workrelated experience
Comprehensive knowledge of sports and sports related activities
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
One to two years experience preferred
Superior onair presence
Experience guiding directing and motivating others
Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
Proficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
Valid drivers license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
WBOYTV is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
