Sports Director / Anchor

Job Description

The Sports Director produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
• Job Title: Sports Director/Anchor

Station Name & Mailing Address: WEHT Eyewitness News 25/7

800 Marywood Dr.

Henderson, KY 42420

Position reports to title: News Director, Bob Freeman, bfreeman@nexstar.tv

Position Summary:

All good things must end and – so - after 8 years our Sports Director/Anchor is moving on, and we need to find someone to fill his shoes! Are you an experienced Sports Anchor/Reporter who lives, eats, and sleeps LOCAL Sports? Are you ready to take the next step in managing an aggressive sports team committed to coverage focused on the LOCAL sports community? Join the team at WEHT and leave your mark plus develop the skills needed to direct a winning team. Come here and work in an environment that gives you the chance to grow and succeed.

Requirements and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or a related field.

Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues.

Strong social media 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.

Special Skills Required:

Fluency in English.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.

Superior on-air presence.

To apply go to: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm36pm-18-222-115-120-42 in your application.