Sports Director

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Amarillo, TX, seeks a Sports Director to produce and anchor sports reports across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in sports reporting or anchoring, a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include producing clear sports stories, managing video content, and engaging with audiences on social media. Flexibility for shift work is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring.
• Fluency in English required.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers sports stories clearly and concisely.
• Shoots and edits video clips for broadcasts.

Skills

Sports reporting

Excellent communication skills

On-air presence

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Tools

Video editing software

Social media platforms

Job description

Sports Director page is loaded## Sports Directorlocations: TX, Amarillotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-40512The Sports Director produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.* 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: * Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring* 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 with the ability to ad lib when required* 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