Sports Anchor

Fox • Chicago, MI

2d • $150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

FOX 32 Chicago is looking for a powerhouse Sports Anchor to spearhead our sports department in one of the nation’s premier sports towns. This is a high-visibility leadership role that requires a blend of elite on-air presence and the "boots-on-the-ground" grit of a reporter. The Lead Sports Anchor will drive high-impact, multimedia, and in-depth sports coverage, leading our digital and social media expansion. From the studio to the sidelines of Soldier Field, you will be responsible for delivering the "FOX Edge" -bold, accurate, and exclusive content.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: Extensive, proven experience in sports hosting and reporting, ideally in a Top 10 market or a high-volume, digital-forward organization.
• Technical Mastery: Expert proficiency in non-linear editing software (e.g., Avid, Adobe Premiere) and professional camera operation.
• Ethical Standards: Impeccable accuracy, strong news judgment, and a commitment to the highest standards of journalistic ethics.
• Adaptability: The ability to thrive under the intense pressure of a live news environment and work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid Drivers license

Responsibilities

• On-Air Leadership & Content Generation Primary Host: Command the sports desk for gameday studio shows, daily talk shows and podcasts with authority, energy, and a deep-rooted knowledge of Chicago sports.
• Strategic Pitching: Lead the daily editorial process by researching and pitching in-depth sports stories that transcend daily scores.
• Expert Analysis: Provide "big-picture" analysis and commentary on professional and collegiate developments under tight deadlines.
• Reporting & Elite Interviews In-Depth Interviews: Secure and conduct high-profile interviews with athletes, coaches, and front-office executives in the studio and in the field.
• Breaking News: Act as the lead reporter for major breaking sports news, providing live, on-scene coverage for linear TV and digital streams.
• Multimedia & Digital Execution End-to-End Production: Maintain high technical standards by shooting and editing high-quality video content (MMJ style) when required.
• Digital Strategy: Drive "Digital-First" initiatives, using SEO techniques and social-media-specific storytelling to enhance our reach on web and mobile platforms.
• Community & Relationship Building Networking: Develop and maintain a top tier network of sources within the local sports community to ensure FOX 32 is first on every major story.
• Mentorship: Serve as a senior leader in the newsroom, assisting in the development of sports reporters, producers, and photographers.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level