Full Time Job
Sports Reporter
WRIC
- Paid
- Full Time
- Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description
The WRIC Sports Reporter is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.• Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
• 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
• 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 eMedia content
• Writes stories for the website and other eMedia 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
• Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• 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
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv6y3m-3-145-53-112-42 in your application.
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