Dynamic Sports Anchor & Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is looking for a full-time Sports Reporter/Anchor based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The successful candidate will produce and present compelling sports reports across various platforms, ensuring high journalistic standards. Applicants should have at least two years of experience in sports reporting/anchoring, a bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, and strong communication skills. The role involves engaging with audiences on social media and covering urgent sports events. Flexibility to work any shift is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in sports reporting or anchoring.
• Ability to ad lib and provide superior on-air presence.
• Familiarity with streaming and podcasting.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms.
• Responds to breaking sports events and urgent newsroom situations.
• Shoots and edits video clips for sports reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of sports

Fluency in English

Proficiency with office equipment

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is looking for a full-time Sports Reporter/Anchor based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The successful candidate will produce and present compelling sports reports across various platforms, ensuring high journalistic standards. Applicants should have at least two years of experience in sports reporting/anchoring, a bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, and strong communication skills. The role involves engaging with audiences on social media and covering urgent sports events. Flexibility to work any shift is required.