Reporter, Sports

Nexstar Media; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Tyler, TX is seeking an experienced Sports Reporter to research, write, shoot and edit sports stories for TV, online, and social platforms.

This role produces and presents sports reports, maintaining journalistic integrity while meeting deadlines. The position requires strong English communication, a polished on-air presence, and ability to mentor others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience in broadcast journalism.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sports and related activities.
• Fluent English with strong communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting/anchoring (market dependent).
• Superior on-air presence and poise.
• Experience coaching or mentoring others.
• Proficiency with office equipment and tech.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to listen and collaborate to shape solutions.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, capture visuals and edit stories for multiple platforms.
• Produce and present sports reports for all platforms.
• Write and deliver sports stories clearly and concisely.
• Assist in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming.
• Respond to breaking sports events and urgent newsroom needs.
• Work closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive coverage.
• Participate in promotional activities and public appearances.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Shoot video for sports reports and manage video equipment.
• Set up, compose and execute video shots; edit clips for TV and eMedia.
• Write stories for website and other eMedia platforms.
• Interact with viewers on social media.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

On-air presence

Leadership/mentoring

Deadline-driven

Multi-platform reporting

Video shooting/editing

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

The Sports Reporter is responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing stories for multiple platforms.

• 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 :

• 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
• Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring (More or less depending on market size)
• 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