Sports Director
NAB Leadership Foundation, Baltimore, MD, United States
JOB DESCRIPTION
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, fast, efficient, work well under broadcast television deadlines, can develop sources, and have excellent live anchoring skills. You will report to the News Director.
Salary range: $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
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
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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Salary range: $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
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
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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