The Sports Reporteris responsible for researching writing capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms.
Reporter I Sports
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We are currently hiring a Sports Reporter at our KFDX station in Wichita Falls Texas. KFDX was named TV Station of the Year by the Texas Association of Broadcasters. We are the #1 news station in our area. If we sound like a company you want to work for then apply now!
Job Description:
- Producesand presentssportsreportsfor all platforms.
- Ensuresthat allsportscontent meetscompanystandardsfor journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Writesand deliverssportsstoriesin a clear and concise manner.
- Assistsin writing copy editing researching and coordinatingsportsprogramming and other content.
- Respondsto breakingsportseventsand other urgent newsroomsituationsasrequired.
- Worksclosely with thesportsteam to develop comprehensivesportscoverage.
- Participatesin promotional activitiesincluding public appearances.
- Performsspecial projectsand other dutiesasassigned.
- Shootsvideo forsportsreports.
- Editsvideo clipsfor television broadcastsand eMedia content.
- Writesstoriesfor the website and other eMedia platforms.
- Interactwith viewersand usersonsocial mediasites.
Requirements&Skills:
- Bachelorsdegree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and workrelated experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge ofsportsandsportsrelated activities.
- Fluency in English.
- Excellent communicationskills both oral and written.
- Superior onair presence.
- Experience guiding directing and motivating others.
- An ability to identify the developmental needsof othersand to coach mentor or otherwise help othersto improve their knowledge orskills.
- Proficiency with Adobe Premiere ENPS Word Press or similar programs.
- Ability to meet deadlines prioritize assignmentsand manage multiple taskssimultaneously.
- An ability to effectively listen to fully understand problemsand communicate with a team toshape asolution.
- Valid driverslicense with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work anyshift.
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled