Details:The Sports Reporter collects, analyzes, and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news customers.

Reports Sports News stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of eventsArranges interviews with people who can provide information about storiesReviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesReviews and evaluates notes taken and about event aspects to isoDetermines a story's emphasis, length, and format and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to sports news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationPitches stories to the Sports Director and Newsroom Managers that are relevant to the local communityReceives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideasDiscusses issues with the Sports Director and/or Newsroom Managers to establish prioritiesChecks reference materials to obtain relevant factsRevises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirementsShoots and edits sporting events, and when needed, news eventsProduces and presents reports for all platformsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedExperience:

Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (More or less depending on market size)Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenSuperior on-air presenceProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyValid driver's license with a good driving recordFlexibility to work any shiftContact:Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nextstar

*EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED*