Sport Anchor Jobs

Job Title: Weekend Sports Anchor/VJ -YNN Rochester Company: Time Warner Cable Location: Rochester, NY Description: PURPOSE Responsible for developing assigned sports stories by investigating, interviewing, shooting, writing, editing, producing and reporting on a daily basis.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Using creativity and imagination, and exercising strong professional news judgment, gathers information, conducts interviews, shoots video, produces and reports assigned sports stories and events on a daily basis. Will primarily work alone to report, shoot and edit stories, operating field cameras, gear and video editing system. Develop original ideas for sports stories and features. Stories should be factually accurate, fair and balanced in content, and written in a clear and concise manner. Obtains sports information by developing sources and using research and interviewing skills. Conducts live or taped on-camera interviews. Deals professionally with public, both official and non-official, in gathering and reporting sports stories. Maintains thorough knowledge of sports in cable viewing area and stays in close contact with area coaches and teams. Maintains a strong familiarity with local and national sports and issues of the day by reading newspapers and monitoring competition. to the point that reporter can generally speak to issues credibly during breaking news situations. Maintains extensive knowledge of sports issues and events across Division viewing area. Edits copy written by others and edits video to written copy. Meets all assigned production deadlines. Anchor sports on weekends or as necessary.OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisory responsibilitiesNote: This description may contain more or less responsibilities at the system level.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Excellent writing skills, strong on-camera presence, diction and delivery of news copy are essential. Ability to work under time pressure deadlines, strong computer skills and willingness to work unscheduled hours which may include evenings and weekends. Familiarity with various studio and remote broadcasting equipment. Must have functional knowledge and use of common television newsgathering equipment including cameras, tripods, microphones, lighting and other field equipment. Ability to operate news video editing systems, with functional knowledge of non-linear and/or desktop-based editing systems a plus. Be available by pager for on-call responsibilities if required. Must be willing to travel by ground or air. Valid Driver's License, operation of company vehicle required.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEEDUCATION:College degree in broadcast journalism or related field.EXPERIENCE:2-3 year of broadcast or cablecast sports experience.DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENTMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to function under considerable levels of stress and be able to manage multiple tasks. Must be able to maintain amicable working relationships with co-workers, management and the public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Will periodically either be sitting, standing, walking, crouching, or stooping. Must be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel, push and pull, reach with hands and arms and computer keyboard and mouse will be used continuously throughout the work day. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Must be able to hear and speak since both written and verbal communication are required on a regular basis. Must have ability to recall, remember and maintain mental focus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be visually able to use a computer continuously throughout the work day. WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be willing and able to work unscheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, particularly during breaking news. Noise level is usually moderate but, can be loud. The environment may be fast paced at times, requires the ability to rapidly accept change, requires the ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities, and requires the ability to handle significant amounts of stress. Will work inside and outside throughout the year and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Title: TV/Radio Sports Reporter Company: Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Description: Looking for a person to do TV & Radio Reports from Eagles Training Camp at Lehigh University. Will be responsible for writing, producing and fronting two one-minute tv and two one-minute radio packages everyday of camp for affiliate stations. You must be available from July 29 to August 15; everyday the team is in camp. You will be working with a camera crew for tv. Pay is $200 day rate. You will be provided lodging and food allowance. You MUST have experience in television and/or radio. You must have knowledge of the team and the NFL. Please, do not waste my time if you are not qualified for this position. I must hire someone by July 20. Please e-mail resume and letter of introduction to me asap. If I am interested. I will contact you promptly. Absolutely no phone calls. E-mail info to: Register to View You must put REPORTER on the subject line. Thank you.

Job Title: Sports Anchor/Reporter/Photographer Company: Comporium Communications Location: Rock Hill, SC Description: Responsible for keeping up to date on all the sports activities in the area. Search out stories, SHOOT,EDIT andproduce the stories into a sports segment in the daily newscast. Responsible for anchoring the 3 minute sports segment during the newscast.Reports to News Director/Anchor.Duties:Research sports stories and create schedule ahead of time tocover area sporting events.Build contact relationships throughout our entire viewing area.Covering sporting events include travel, carrying equipment and photography.Writing and editing stories for daily sports segment of newscast.Work as a team player on the news team.Anchoring the sports segment of the newscast.Public appearances.Qualifications:College degree in Journalism or Communications preferred.Commercial TV station sports experience and internship required.Must be a creative writer with sound news judgment and an understanding of what makes a good TV news story. Must have the ability to generate many story ideas.Must get along with others even under the pressures of working with time constraints.Must have a strong understanding and knowledge of sports.Exceptional organizational and time management skills required.Must be a team player with a "can do" attitude who can deliver memorable local stories. Good driving record required.Please send resume and non-returnable demo tape to: Anicia Stevenson,Placement Specialist,Comporium CommunicationsP.O. Box 470, Rock Hill, SC 29731Equal Opportunity Employer/Contractor.

Job Title: Weekend Sports Anchor / Reporter Company: Sinclair Broadcast Group Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Make your mark in Broadcasting. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the nation, programming 58 stations located in 36 geographically diverse markets, with 33 of those in the top 47 markets in the United States. Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believes in a vision and is dedicated to making Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc a communications powerhouse. We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team! WEEKEND SPORTS ANCHOR/REPORTER If you love sports... this is the one you have been waiting for!KGAN / KFXA, Cedar Rapids, IA CBS and FOX affilateshas an opening for a full-time Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter. You must share our philosophy that sports at the affiliate level is local, local, local. Strong storytelling, plus photography and editing skills are critical to this position. You need to be able to produce more than heads and highlights. The successful candidate will be able to generate local-sports-feature stories that appeal to sports and non-sports fans. This is not an entry level position. DO NOT apply if you are a new graduate. You need a minimum of two years professional experience to qualify. In order to qualifiy you must apply online as well as sent a non returnable DVD to: KGAN Sports Reporter position 600-2 Old Marion Rd, NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 No phone calls please. Thanks **INTERNAL APPLICANTS AT A SINCLAIR STATION SHOULD SEE THEIR LOCAL HR CONTACT TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. ** Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Job Title: News/Sports Reporter Company: Location: Salina, KS Description: Sunflower Broadcasting, Inc., consisting of KWCH-TV, KSCW-TV, and satellite stations KBSD-TV, KBSH-TV, KBSL-TV and KBSS-TV is currently accepting applications for a full-time news/sports reporter in Salina, KS. Responsibilities:Join the dominant #1 news station in Kansas, with the largest team of news and sports reporters. KWCH is looking for a Salina bureau reporter to cover news and sports events in the north-central Kansas region. Requirements:Must be able to shoot, edit, report and anchor daily local news and sports segments, on air and online, in a bureau newsroom. Must have dynamic reporting skills to cover a wide range of assignments, from crime investigations and severe weather to play-by-play highlights of Friday night football. Must shoot and edit video, and write daily segments for on air and online. Must have experience shooting and editing on non-linear system, as well as posting text and video to the web; will be responsible for contributing daily to kwch.com and catchitkansas.com.; be able to carry 20 pounds worth of equipment. Two years news and sports reporting/photography experience preferred. To apply:QUALIFIED, INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SEND A COVER LETTER STATING WHAT POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR, ALONG WITH A RESUME, A SHORT LETTER ABOUT YOURSELF AND NONRETURNABLE DVD (IF APPLICABLE) TO: HR MANAGER, KWCH-TV, 2815 E. 37TH STREET N., WICHITA, KS 67219. FAX: Register to View . EMAIL: Register to View KWCH-TV IS AN EOE. M/F/V/D. DRUG SCREEN AND BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED. MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AND A CLEAN DRIVING RECORD. NO PHONE CALLS.Contact:Melissa Lock before 2010-10-01Salina, KS67401

Job Title: Sports Anchor | Reporter Company: WLBT TV-3 Location: Jackson, MS Description: Ability to shoot, edit, write, narrate and anchor high quality sports stories and live shots.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Include the following. Other news related duties may be assigned by the News Director. Must have high quality anchoring experience and skills. Must learn to operate the news computer system and editing system Precis/Edius/ENPS. Must have 2-3 years experience in a competitive market with examples of work performance. Must be able to send, receive satellite feeds as well as send and receive feeds on T-1 line.

Job Title: SPORTS ANNOUNCER Company: Location: Jackson, MS Description: Broadcast sports announcer needed part time asap for football season. Experience prefered, but motivated rookies may be considered. send resume and if possible audio file of previous broadcast experience.

Job Title: WKND Sports Anchor Company: Location: Jackson, MS Description: Media General Inc. www.mediageneral.com WJTV-Newschannel 12 Media General?s CBS station, WJTV, in Jackson, MS seeks a WKND Sports Anchor to be responsible for producing, writing and anchoring sportscasts and sports specials. The position also sets up general assignment sports reports including shooting, editing, and on-air presentation of sports stories. The person will also generate written and video content for various web sites and update our social media pages. Formal education equivalent to a BS degree in Journalism, Communications or related field. Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted on the basis of one year of experience equals one year of education. Minimum two years TV sports anchor/reporting, videography, and editing experience preferred. Tape required. Must have ability to operate technical equipment, such as recording and editing equipment; knowledge of journalistic standards as they relate to video presentation of news stories; strong writing and communication skills; and ability to maintain professional and personal appearance. EOE M/F/D/V Drug/Background Screen. Qualified applicants may apply by sending their resume and cover letter to: WJTV, Attn: HR Dept. 1820 TV Road, Jackson, MS 39204-4148 or apply online at www.mediageneral.com.

Job Title: Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter Company: KXXV-TV News Channel 25 Location: Waco, TX Description: KXXV-TV, in Waco, TX, is looking for a Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter to anchor and produce sportscasts. Responsibilities include develop sports sources and contacts; develop or enterprise sports stories; photograph, edit and report sports stories, and anchor and produce sportscasts to industry standards. The successful candidate will have excellent communication, writing, and computer skills, the ability to work as a team player, and be familiar with current local, state, and national sporting events. A degree in broadcast journalism or related field preferred, being bilingual in Spanish is helpful but not required. A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required. Please send resume and tape/DVD to:KXXV-TV Attn: News DirectorPO Box 2522 Waco, TX 76702Or by email to Register to View Apply online www.kxxv.com. KXXV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Sports Anchor / Reporter Company: WABC-TV Location: New York, NY Description: Sports Anchor / Reporter: WABC-TV, New York is looking for an experienced Sports Anchor and Reporter. This position includes anchoring and producing daily sports segments and features. Major Market experience a plus. Please send resume and DVD to Kenny Plotnik, Vice President and News Director, WABC-TV, 7 Lincoln Square, New York, NY 10023, or send email and video links to Register to View We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.