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Sports Director
Nexstar Media Group
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The Sports Director produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. • 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 writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content • Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required • Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage • Participates in promotional activities including public appearances • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned • Shoots video for sports reports • Sets up, composes and executes video shots • Maintains video equipment • Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content • Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
Requirements & Skills : • Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience • Comprehensive knowledge of 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 • Experience guiding, directing and motivating others • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills • 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 good driving record • Flexibility to work any shift
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