Sports Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc. • Denver, CO

48d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Fox31 and KWGN Colorado's Very Own Channel 2 are looking for an experienced Sports Reporter to join our team.

The ideal candidate has multiple skills and experiences that prepare them for reporting and producing a nightly sports show, shooting, writing and editing sports content, producing digital elements, features and streaming shows and as needed anchoring sportscasts.

Denver is a premier sports city and coverage of our many local professional and college teams is competitive. We are looking for a candidate who is connected with sources and breaks sports news on a regular basis. Strong candidate should have a memorable, energetic and creative delivery.

Requirements

• Knowledge of ENG camera.
• Knowledge of editing - Adobe PremierSports Re
• Producing knowledge and experience - ENPS
• College degree
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Open to a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Must be available to travel to cover sports teams
• Minimum four years of experience in sports MMJ and producing
• Experience covering professional and high-level college sports teams
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Your application must include a link with an online reel of prior work samples

Responsibilities

• Produce a nightly sports show
• Anchor and produce sports streaming programming
• Shoot, write and edit sports stories
• Strong on-air presence
• Deliver sports stories in a clear and concise manner
• Extensive live coverage from major sporting events
• Show a vast knowledge of Colorado sports teams, players and storylines
• As needed, co-anchor a nightly sports show and anchor sportscasts
• Respond to breaking sports news and events as required

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(K)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees