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Sports Anchor/MSJ

CBS News and Stations · West Sacramento, CA · 2 wk ago
On-sitePublic Relations$80k–$100k/yrFull-time

Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who recognize the power of content and enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter—for our audiences and our employees—and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

About the role

This role is a storyteller who has a passion for telling local, character-driven sports stories in the community. The Sports Anchor/MSJ will provide sports reports for KORV/KMAX news programs and online properties, participate in the selection of sports-related stories for presentation, and gather, assemble, and explain information on all assigned stories. Video shooting and editing is required. The Anchor/MSJ will interview guests and contributors, remain up-to-date with current events in sports and news, and make personal appearances to promote the station. You will cover and report live stories on location, write with a clear and engaging style, and use video and graphics to illustrate facts and ideas. A broad understanding of all sports and the ability to tell stories about athletes, teams, leagues, and issues—both local and national—is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Provide sports reports for KORV/KMAX news programs and online properties
  • Participate in the selection of sports-related stories for presentation to viewers
  • Gather, assemble, and explain information on all assigned stories
  • Shoot and edit video
  • Interview guests and contributors appropriate to the stories being presented
  • Remain up-to-date with current events in sports and news
  • Make personal appearances to promote the station
  • Cover and report live stories on location
  • Write with a clear and engaging style, using video and graphics to illustrate facts and ideas
  • Maintain a broad understanding of all sports and ability to tell stories about athletes, teams, leagues, and issues, both local and national

Requirements

  • At least six years of comparable television experience, with a minimum of 3 years as a sports anchor in a local market or network television news
  • In-depth presentation and oral communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel
  • Ability to do live reporting in an engaging and effective manner
  • Familiarity with the California region is extremely helpful
  • College degree required or equivalent experience

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to operate a keyboard with accuracy and speed
  • Must have a valid driver’s license in order to drive to reporting locations

Pay

The hiring salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 and applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay depends on a variety of job-related factors, including geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Disability benefits
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Paid time off (PTO) or benefits as dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Generous paid time off
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community

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