Sports AnchorReporter

FOX59/CBS4 the #1 news operation in Central Indianais seeking a strong decisive sports leader to be an addition to a dynamic sports department.

The Sports Reporter/Anchorshoots produces and anchors sports content for all platforms in a manner that is clear engaging and meaningful to news consumers. This is a utility player who will cover big events and contribute on air online and on our FAST TV app.

• 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 digital content
• Writes stories for the website and other digital platforms
• Interact 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 work-related experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of sports and sports related activities
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability toad libwhen required
• Minimum three years experience in sports reporting/anchoring preferred
• Superior on-air presence
• 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
• Other duties as assigned