WVTM, the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, Alabama is looking for a Sports Anchor / MMJ who can cover the big games in the field, anchor sports casts from the studio and develop sources and create memorable stories. You will be a strong, take-charge sports anchor who hits the ground running every day. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions, break the big stories and cover the big games. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Operations Manager.
Responsibilities
- Anchor sports segments from the studio
- Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with polish, personality and purpose
- Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
- Complete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Appear on behalf of the station at public events
- Plan, gather and assemble sports stories on day-of news or special project assignments
- Coordinate with news managers and the sports director to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
- Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
- Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
- Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Requirements
- Professional reporting and videography experience
- Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details
- Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
- Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered
- Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
- Can work in all weather conditions
- Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
- Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
- Related military experience will be considered
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Company
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.