Sports ReporterAnchor

The Sports Reporter/Anchor produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• 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 all platforms
• Writes stories for all platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
• Develops and produces content for nightly show on streaming app

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work-related 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
• Minimum two years experience in sports reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Understanding of new media including streaming and podcasting.
• 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

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