• Sports Reporter

    Nexstar Media Group (Denver, CO)


    Sports Reporter

     

    Fox31 and KWGN Colorado’s Very Own Channel 2 are looking for an experienced Sports Reporter to join our team.

     

    The ideal candidate has multiple skills and experiences that prepare them for reporting and producing a nightly sports show, shooting, writing and editing sports content, producing digital elements, features and streaming shows and as needed anchoring sportscasts.

     

    Denver is a premier sports city and coverage of our many local professional and college teams is competitive. We are looking for a candidate who is connected with sources and breaks sports news on a regular basis. Strong candidate should have a memorable, energetic and creative delivery.

     

    + Responsibilities:

    + Produce a nightly sports show

    + Anchor and produce sports streaming programming

    + Shoot, write and edit sports stories

    + Strong on-air presence

    + Deliver sports stories in a clear and concise manner

    + Extensive live coverage from major sporting events

    + Show a vast knowledge of Colorado sports teams, players and storylines

    + As needed, co-anchor a nightly sports show and anchor sportscasts

    + Respond to breaking sports news and events as required

    + Requirements:

    + Knowledge of ENG camera.

    + Knowledge of editing – Adobe PremierSports Re

    + Producing knowledge and experience – ENPS

    + College degree

    + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

    + Open to a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

    + Must be available to travel to cover sports teams

    + Minimum four years of experience in sports MMJ and producing

    + Experience covering professional and high-level college sports teams

    + Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

    + Your application must include a link with an online reel of prior work samples

     

    Agents – candidates must apply to be considered for the position.

     

    Salary Range: $80k-$90k, Based on Experience

     

    To Apply : Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online . No Calls

     

    ** EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED**

     

    KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

     

    KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check

     

    Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

     

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.