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SPORTS JOURNALIST (MULTIPLATFORM) - WIS-TV & PALMETTO SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

NAB Leadership Foundation · Columbia, SC, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Summary
WIS and Palmetto Sports & Entertainment are seeking an experienced sports journalist who lives for storytelling, smart analysis, and deep digital reporting. Local sports are community stories, and we cover them as they matter.

What You'll Cover

South Carolina Gamecocks

South Carolina State Bulldogs

Columbia Fireflies

The state's top college and high school programs

The Midlands' wide world of sports and active pursuits, from hunting to rowing to kickball, and everything in between

Qualifications

3-5 years' experience

Refined ability to write for both broadcast and digital presentation

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Understanding of and adherence to AP Style for digital platforms and broadcasting writing for TV

Ability to operate a field camera, editing, and lighting equipment

Ability to lift/carry equipment ranging from 35-50 lbs

Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Represent WIS professionally and responsibly in the community and newsroom, online and in person

Must have the desire to win, reflect critically on your work, and apply feedback

Duties & Responsibilities

Produce, write, shoot, and edit daily sports-related stories for our newscasts

Report and anchor weekends

Assist in planning daily and long-term promotable coverage for the station and other Gray stations

Produce and lead effort in production of sports specials throughout the year

How to Apply
Please send your best story from 2026 (link or PDF) that shows your reporting, writing, and storytelling. Do not send a reel.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Information
WIS-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

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