About the Role
WGRZ, the TEGNA NBC affiliate in Buffalo, NY, is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Sports Anchor/Multi-Skilled Journalist who will excel in a market with two professional teams and a passionate fan base.
We’re seeking an independent, innovative storyteller who can break out of the sea of sameness and innovate local sports for a new generation with an emphasis on character-driven sports storytelling.
We’re looking for more than the highlights; we want perspectives, analysis and points of view on all things sports.
Our ideal candidate can tell stories in a unique way to capture the attention of an audience who’s already seen the national sports networks and has dozens of Twitter alerts on their phone.
Requirements
Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories for on-air broadcasting and digital platforms.
Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.
Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
Use your skills to produce different sportscasts and specials that aren’t afraid to break the mold.
Deliver on-air events in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner.
Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility.
Develop sources that allow you to break stories.
Write and post daily on all digital platforms including social media.
Enterprise sports stories. Shoot, write and edit packaged reports.
Write for the web, including attaching images and streaming video.
Experience
BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field.
1-3 years of experience preferred Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism.
A portfolio with examples of strong sports reporting.
Ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots.
Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook.
Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus.
Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.
Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.
Must be willing to travel Travel: Occasionally: 10-25%.
Work Environment Set: Office - Normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.
Physical Demands Set: Light work - Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.
About the Company
EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED