Full Time Job
Sports Reporter / MMJ
KPLC
- Paid
- Full Time
- Senior (5-10 years) Experience
Job Description
Sports Reporter / MMJ - KPLCAbout KPLC:
KPLC is located in beautiful Lake Charles, Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, Lake Charles is known for it's industry, booming economy and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth-largest city in Louisiana. KPLC began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently on of the nation's most innovative and most watched television stations, ranking among the top 5 Nielsen rated stations nationally throughout the year.
Job Summary/Description:
KPLC-TV in Lake Charles seeks a motivated and dynamic Sports Reporter/MMJ to join our team. Successful candidate must be a proven leader who is motivated and passionate about storytelling.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to generating story ideas, setting up interviews, shooting and editing stories, covering live sporting events and news conferences, gathering news content, assisting with breaking news, and writing broadcast and digital versions of stories. Also maintain professional social media accounts and assist producers on showcasing stories. Experience in shooting and editing own stories is a must.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Requirements include being an effective communicator who excels in reporting both sports and news. The ability to cultivate sources and produce enterprise stories is a must. Applicant must have a love for local news, a passion for creative storytelling, and a positive attitude. Candidate must possess strong live reporting skills and be driven by breaking news. The successful candidate must also be proficient on all digital platforms and meet mandated social media goals outlined by management. Anchoring experience is also encouraged as the position allows for fill-in opportunities on the sports desk. Driving is required for this position. A college degree in journalism or related field is required along with a clean MVR.
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your cover letter, resume, and references
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj97e2-18-217-220-114-42 in your application.
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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.