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Gray Media•Negaunee, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to start your TV and online sports reporting career. It is a full-time position with a growing emphasis on digital video coverage. We want someone willing to build their skills, with an emphasis on sports storytelling. This person should be dedicated to finding the stories in sports that connect with viewers on a human level, not just reporting on the plays and scores.

Requirements

Should be able to enterprise stories that go beyond scheduled games.
Has a strong understanding of the English language, writing, and grammar.
Has strong interpersonal skills
Is knowledgeable about using social media platforms to share sports coverage
Works well in a team and is excited about collaboration
Has a thorough understanding of the sports world, as well as regional college and professional teams, etc.
Has a demonstrated background in sports reporting and/or experience in an educational program in which sports reporting was a central focus

Responsibilities

Writing for on-air and online
Working knowledge of videography and non-linear editing
Must meet deadlines and be able to multitask
Work alongside our Sports Director and News Director
Anchor three nights a week (Saturday, Sunday, Monday) and report the remaining two-- subject to change based on schedule needs.
Setting up feature stories for reporting
Capitalize on opportunities for digital and social coverage
LIVE shots
Covering D-1 College Hockey programs at both Upper Michigan universities
Emphasizing LOCAL sports coverage on the college and high school levels, plus the outdoors
Maintaining a professional appearance