Sports Multi-Media Journalist and Anchor, NBC Connecticut at NBC Universal Hartf

Sports Multi-Media Journalist and Anchor

Location: Hartford, CT
Collaboration with NBC Connecticut's team of exceptional journalists to showcase engaging stories from around the state. In this role the candidate will gather daily content, shoot, edit, write, produce, gather and report on all NBC Connecticut platforms; cover UConn sports and the WNBA; and both report and anchor nightly sportscasts at 6p.m. and 11p.m.
Here You Can:

Take charge of the big headlines with innovative storytelling
Pitch both enterprise and lead sports stories for all platforms
Independently produce nightly sportscasts at 6p.m. and 11p.m.
Tell stories that impact everyday people in Connecticut.
Generate content for the station's website and social media sites
Build relationships with community leaders
Participate in station-sponsored events and all assigned special promotions projects
Develop within the NBC Owned stations group
What We're Looking For:

Play an active role in the editorial process
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Skilled sports shooter with proven expertise in capturing both highlights and "off the court" moments for feature stories
Strategic thinking, researching and organizational skills
Excellent time‑management skills, prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
At least one year of related work experience in local and community news/sports stories
Experience with broadcast cameras and editing on Adobe Premiere
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be 18 years or older.
Must be willing to work at the station in West Hartford, CT
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be able to work any of a 24×7 shift
Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and overnights with short notice
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
This position is a SAG‑AFTRA Represented job. Successful candidate will be required to join the AFTRA Union upon employment if not already a member.
Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Required On‑Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.
Desired Characteristics:

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Communications
Knowledge of college and professional sports a plus
Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms
Technical proficiency: Expertise in video editing software, graphic design tools, and web publishing platforms.
A focus on keeping up to date on news and current events in Connecticut
Pioneering spirit with a desire and urgency to learn about emerging technologies and invent the future
Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under deadlines
Excellent writing skills as well as very strong speech skills.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation

NBCA Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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