Sports Director
About The Position
WSTM/WTVH/CW6 is seeking an experienced, hands-on Sports Director. To be considered for this position, you must have a minimum of three years of experience anchoring and reporting sports for a commercial TV station. You must have a passion for going beyond scores and highlights and telling real stories. A college degree in journalism or related field is required. Strong writing, photography, and nonlinear editing skills are a must. We are looking for someone who can create memorable stories, has a strong work ethic, as well as time management and live shot skills. Demonstrated knowledge of how to position great content on-air and on our website, mobile and social media platforms is required. You must work well independently and as part of a team in a high energy, creative and collaborative environment. We are looking for a strong team player with competitive drive who upholds high journalistic and ethical standards, under deadline pressure. Previous supervisory skills a plus! A reel with examples of both news and sports is preferred.
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of experience anchoring and reporting sports for a commercial TV station
- Passion for going beyond scores and highlights and telling real stories
- Strong writing, photography, and nonlinear editing skills
- Ability to create memorable stories
- Strong work ethic
- Time management skills
- Live shot skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to position great content on-air and on our website, mobile and social media platforms
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team in a high energy, creative and collaborative environment
- Strong team player with competitive drive
- Upholds high journalistic and ethical standards, under deadline pressure
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record
Nice To Haves
- Previous supervisory skills a plus!
- A reel with examples of both news and sports is preferred.
- College degree is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for field reporting daily resulting in stories presented in the newscast and online
- Videotaping footage with and without a tripod for use in stories
- Editing footage for use in stories
- Accurately posting stories online and through social media with still photos and video
- Plans and researches future stories for use in daily coverage
- Professionally anchors newscast by delivering sports scripts that are clear and concise for viewers, while providing appropriate unscripted content
- Participates in frequent public appearances and community events
- Writing compelling stories with a relentless attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Maintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe manner
- You must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record
- Staying informed of local sports teams
- Meeting daily deadlines
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Participation in a retirement plan
- Life and disability insurance
- Health, dental and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Sick leave
- Vacation time
- Personal time
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
