Sports Reporter

Job Description

WPTZ-TV/NBC5, the NBC affiliate in Burlington, VT-Plattsburgh, NY market, is looking for a Sports Reporter that has the ability to generate story ideas, write to video, and do compelling live shots. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. This Multimedia Journalist should be an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them LIVE to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air, on-line, and for our mobile devices.

What you get in return is the chance to become part of HEARST Television, one of the premier broadcast companies in the country. You'll also get to work with a talented group of journalists who go the extra mile for each other and the opportunity to live in one of the most scenic parts of the country. This position is based at our Plattsburgh, NY office, but will cover stories from throughout our NH/VT/NY market.

Job Responsibilities:
• Prepare and anchor sports segment and sports stories
• Serve as a reporter and photographer for gathering and presenting sports stories
• Produce and anchor sports specials
• Post sports stories to digital platforms including social media
• Work with promotions and marketing to provide material for promoting stories and segments
• Work with the assignment desk to plan resources for sports coverage
• Travel to sporting events for coverage at times
• In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:
• Non-linear editing knowledge, preferable with Adobe Premier
• Knowledge and experience with ENPS
• Broadcasting degree or equivalent preferred

Qualifications Requirements:
• Highly organized
• Detail-Oriented
• Social Media savvy
• Works well in stressful situations and with deadlines
• Extensive sports knowledge and good news judgment
• Desire to win, especially in breaking news situations
• Team player

Education:
• Journalism or Broadcasting degree or equivalent preferred
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dyypbq-13-58-229-23-42 in your application.