WPRI
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
12 News in Providence, RI is looking for a full-time Weekend Sports Anchor / MMJ. The Sports Anchor / MMJ produces, reports, and anchors sports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to viewers.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Broadcast experience in sports reporting or anchoring
REQUIREMENTS
- Comprehensive knowledge of New England sports and sports related activities
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
- Superior on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
- Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift
ADDITIONAL INFO
• Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner
• Assists in shooting, writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating sports programming and other content
• Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsroom situations as required
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Maintains video equipment
• Shoots and edits video clips for television broadcasts and digital content
• Writes stories for our websites and other digital platforms
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar