The Sports Anchor- MMJ serves as the primary presenter of Sports news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.  

Requirements & Skills:

Reports sports stories for broadcast, describing the background, highlights, and other 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 about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and detailsDetermines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to sports stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationGathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at sports functionsPitches stories to managers and producers which are relevant to the local communityReceives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideasDiscusses issues with producers and/or managers to establish priorities or positionsChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsRevises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirementsShoots and edits sports events and sports reportsAnchors sports segments of newscastsProduces sports segments of newscasts, including teasesProduces 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 assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when requiredMinimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)Superior 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 shift

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