Sinclair Broadcast Group is hiring: Sports Anchor - Reporter (Weekends) in Green

Job Description

WLUK/WCWF has an exciting opportunity for a full time Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter! In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the sports director and news managers. We are looking for someone who is a digital and broadcast storyteller. If you're interested in just scores and highlights, this is not the job for you. We are an aggressive, five-person department that strives to be the market leader. We cover the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks, Wisconsin Badgers, multiple smaller colleges and the high schools in our region. The ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule that will include evenings and/or weekends is required. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current sports events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience:
A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
Requirements and Qualifications:

Previous anchoring experience is required
Must have at least two years of on-air experience
Ability to travel to sporting events throughout the year
Live shot experience is required
Previous experience working in a team environment is a must

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.