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About the Role

WSTM/WTVH/CW6 is seeking an experienced, hands-on Sports Director with a passion for telling real stories beyond scores and highlights. This role requires a strong work ethic, excellent time management, and the ability to create memorable content for broadcast and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for field reporting daily resulting in stories presented in the newscast and online
• Videotape footage with and without a tripod for use in stories
• Edit footage for use in stories
• Accurately post stories online and through social media with still photos and video
• Plan and research future stories for use in daily coverage
• Professionally anchor newscast by delivering sports scripts that are clear and concise for viewers, while providing appropriate unscripted content
• Participate in frequent public appearances and community events
• Write compelling stories with a relentless attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Maintain assigned photography gear and vehicles and operate in a safe manner
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Stay informed of local sports teams
• Meet daily deadlines
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience anchoring and reporting sports for a commercial TV station
• Demonstrated knowledge of how to position great content on-air and on our website, mobile and social media platforms
• Must work well independently and as part of a team in a high energy, creative and collaborative environment
• Strong team player with competitive drive who upholds high journalistic and ethical standards, under deadline pressure
• A reel with examples of both news and sports is preferred

Skills

• Strong writing skills
• Strong photography skills
• Strong nonlinear editing skills
• Time management skills
• Live shot skills

Location

• On-air
• Website
• Mobile
• Social media platforms

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Experienced
• Minimum of three years of experience

Education Level

• College degree in journalism or related field is required
• College degree is preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $48,000 - $55,000 annually

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Health, dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Sick leave
• Vacation time
• Personal time
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

About the Company

• Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports.
• The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest.
• Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts.
• Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net

Equal Opportunity

• Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
• Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.