Sports Director, News Anchor

Job Description

WDHN-TV has an immediate opening for a Sports Director / Anchor. See why so many people are discovering this hidden jewel of a city, moving to Dothan. Our rate for new arrivals is among the top cities in the country. It's not just because of our warm climate and friendly people, we're also just a few miles and a short drive from pristine Gulf Coast beaches.
• Produces and anchors 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.
• Produces and anchors weekend news and sports.
• 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
• Develops comprehensive sports coverage
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Shoots video for sports reports
• 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
• Proficiency with office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-86vo29-216-73-216-42-42 in your application.