Senior Sports Editor & Anchor - Local Broadcast Leader

Clay Today

Wenatchee (WA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NCWLIFE is seeking a Sports Editor / Anchor to join our award-winning local news team in Wenatchee, WA. This full-time, on-site role leads all sports coverage across NCWLIFE Television and The Wenatchee World, delivering timely, engaging, community-focused storytelling.

You will plan and manage game broadcasts, host the sports segment, mentor reporters, and collaborate with newsroom, production, and advertising teams to align coverage with audience needs. Compensation ranges $25-28 per hour.

Qualifications

Experience with live production systems in local sports broadcasting/livestreaming.
Experience creating sports content, editing, and coaching others.
Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and related tech.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all sports coverage, setting editorial priorities and maintaining high standards for accuracy, timeliness, and storytelling.
Plan, coordinate, and manage game broadcasting/livestreaming operations, including scheduling and supervising freelancers, and serving as the primary liaison with local school districts.
Host and deliver the sports segment on the NCWLIFE Evening News, providing authoritative and engaging on-air coverage.
Manage and mentor sports reporters and maintain consistent coverage quality.
Lead the Athlete of the Week program, including nominees, voting, and community engagement.
Develop and execute comprehensive sports coverage plans for digital platforms, print editions, and television broadcasts.
Collaborate with newsroom, production, and advertising teams to align sports coverage with organizational goals.
Plan the annual Best of Preps Awards event.
Develop sponsorship opportunities around sports coverage, including livestreams, contests, and features.