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Nexstar Broadcasting is hiring: Sports Anchor/Multi-Media Journalist in Wichita

Nexstar Broadcasting, Wichita, KS, United States


KSNW in Wichita is looking for a sports anchor/MMJ to cover the exciting world of local sports in Kansas. You'll cover great local sports in a sports-minded community and tell the inspiring personal stories of athletes and coaches. Anchor/MMJ will shoot, edit, produce and anchor sports content and report on sports content for live broadcasts and digital platforms. We are looking for someone to be an active member of a community and be fully immersed in the culture of a new community. The right candidate will tell personal stories, be a self-starter and have a strong work ethic. Must have strong social media engagement. Opportunities for advancement for those committed to their personal and professional development. You’ll live in a community full of good, friendly people who want to help you succeed. Wichita is an underrated city with great restaurants and nightlife, an up and coming arts and culture scene and very little traffic. If you are ready to come to a place where you can grow your craft, working with a great team, you are invited to apply.

JOB SUMMARY: Research, writing, capturing visual content and editing general assignment stories for multiple platforms.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, digital, mobile, etc.

  • Work with management to enterprise and develop stories on a daily basis.

  • Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms.

  • Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.

  • Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.

  • Present compelling, clear, creative and accurate live shots.

  • Organize material, shoot and edit video and write stories based on the details and information obtained.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Knowledge of broadcast quality camera and editing equipment.

  • Demonstrate editorial judgment using knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws.

  • Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical skills.

  • Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation.

  • Strong reporting skills.

  • Understand importance of social media and digital development.

  • Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills.

  • Promote teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel.

  • Adept at ad-lib presentations, without aid of scripts and/or teleprompters.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree Journalism required with two (2) years of experience as on-air reporter (Equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)

TRAINING/EQUIPMENT: Operate newsroom computer systems, editing and camera equipment.

Provide resume and digital reel when applying.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: High stress environment with deadline pressures. Travel will be required on a regular basis. Position requires the transport of equipment weighing up to 60 lbs. Position often requires work in extreme outdoor temperatures. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.