Sports Director
Job Location:
Green Bay, WI - USA
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Job Summary
WFRV (Green Bay WI) is seeking a decisive and experienced leader to join our dynamic sports department. The Sports Director produces and anchors sports content across all multimedia platforms delivering clear engaging and meaningful coverage to viewers in this NFL city.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
Produces and presents sports coverage on multiple streaming platforms
Produces and leads (3) unique Green Bay Packers programs
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
Helps in writing copy editing researching and coordinating sports programming and other content
Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required
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 stories
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
Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
Minimum five years experience in news/sports reporting (Depending on market size)
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
Valid drivers license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Pre-employment background screen required
Include demos reel links salary requirements with your application.
No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer
WFRV and Nexstar Media Inc. are an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
