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Nexstar Media Group Sports Director in Topeka, Kansas

The Sports Director produces and anchors sports reports for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

  • Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms

  • Ensures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

  • Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner

  • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other content

  • Responds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as required

  • Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage

  • Participates in promotional activities including public appearances

  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

  • Shoots video for sports reports

  • Sets up, composes and executes video shots

  • Maintains video equipment

  • Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content

  • Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms

  • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

    Requirements & Skills :

  • Minimum five years' experience in sports reporting or anchoring

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

  • Comprehensive knowledge of sports and sports related activities

  • Fluency in English

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required

  • Superior on-air presence

  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating others

  • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills

  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution

  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record

  • Flexibility to work any shift

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