Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

  • Nexstar Media Inc.
  • IL, Peoria
  • 1mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

The Full-time Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter 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
    •    Must have strong digital media and social media background
    •    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
    •    Writes stories for the website and other Digital Media platforms
    •    Edits video clips for television broadcasts and Digital Media content
    •    Writes stories for the website and other Digital Media platforms
    •    Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

     Requirements & Skills:
     
    •    Bachelor’s 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
    •    Superior on-air presence
    •    Required to be active in social media
    •    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 driver’s license with a good driving record
    •    Flexibility to work any shift

    Pay Range: $40,000-$45,000 salary plan
    Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.