Sports Reporter/Anchor

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Two years’ experience in sports reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others
• Understanding of new media including streaming and podcasting
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Able to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Skills

• 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
• Understanding of new media including streaming and podcasting
• 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
• Able to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Responsibilities

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

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