Sports Reporter/MMJ (NE)

Nexstar Media Group Inc.•San Diego, CA

52d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

ROLE: FOX 5 San Diego/KUSI News duopoly is seeking a Sports Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist for our broadcast and digital platforms. A successful candidate is digitally savvy, excels in enterprising ideas and storytelling that connects with audiences on broadcast, website and social. This position requires the MMJ to shoot, write, edit vosots and packages and produce sportscasts as needed.

Requirements

Must interact positively and productively with colleagues and the public
Upholds station values and models professionalism on and off the air
Exceptional writing, grammar and spelling
Excellent communication skills with ability to ad-lib when required
Strong on-air presentation - must be credible, personable and engaging
Excellent time management skill
Excellent editing skills with Adobe Premiere and video camera/news photography skills
Ability to carry 25-30 pounds of equipment
Flexible with schedule and willing to work additional hours or days or different shifts and holidays as required by news content
Strong attention to detail
Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback

Nice To Haves

B.A. or B.S. Degree preferably in Sports journalism, communication or equivalent related experience
Prefer 3-5 years TV news reporting in a medium to large market

Responsibilities

Accurate reporting of sports stories and producing of sportscasts/special sports shows beyond highlights, focusing on impact not just scores and plays
Hosts, produces or contributes content to digital platforms including station's CTV streaming app, website and social media accounts
Must be creative with how to tailor and present stories in ways to engage today's audiences
Attends editorial meetings and regularly pitches original story ideas
Develops community contacts and a network of sources
Sets up, write, shoot and edit packages to meet deadlines regularly
Collaborates with assignment desk, producer, photographer on live shots as needed
Must be able to ad-lib live with a strong ability to interact with anchors in studio
Ensures all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Attends station partnerships in community
Perform other duties as assigned