Sports Director
Hearst Communications, Inc., Baltimore, MD, United States
WBAL-TV, the NBC affiliate in Baltimore is looking for a Sports Director who can authentically deliver sports stories with comfort and command. You know how to tell stories visually and can complete active, engaging live shots. You will be a newsroom leader who helps mentor team members. You will write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, who is fast, efficient, works well under broadcast television deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live anchoring skills. You will report to the News Director. The salary range is $145,000 - $155,000.
Responsibilities
Anchor sportscasts & report on local sports teams
Have an active presence on social media that engages the audience in a conversation
Deliver scripted and ad-lib material, including sports highlights, with polish, personality and purpose
Work with producers in newscast production
Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
Complete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Appear on behalf of the station at public events
Requirements
Professional experience as a sports anchor/reporter
Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
Anchor with the ability to connect with viewers
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Experience working with digital media and social media
Related military experience will be considered
This position is covered by a SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement; membership/eligibility required
Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Responsibilities
Anchor sportscasts & report on local sports teams
Have an active presence on social media that engages the audience in a conversation
Deliver scripted and ad-lib material, including sports highlights, with polish, personality and purpose
Work with producers in newscast production
Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
Complete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Appear on behalf of the station at public events
Requirements
Professional experience as a sports anchor/reporter
Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
Anchor with the ability to connect with viewers
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
Experience working with digital media and social media
Related military experience will be considered
This position is covered by a SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement; membership/eligibility required
Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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