Kentucky Broadcasters Association
WLKY - Sports Reporter/Photographer
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Job Description: Sports Multimedia Journalist
WLKY is looking for a Sports Multimedia Journalist who can generate story ideas, convey those stories in a compelling visual way, and has live shot experience. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who understands the pace of a deadline-driven newscast and is dedicated to impactful storytelling. The ideal Sports Reporter/Photographer is an accurate, ethical, compelling storyteller with a team attitude. The right candidate loves telling stories and delivering them live to the viewers. This person will produce content on-air and on all our digital platforms. We are looking for someone who can shoot and edit video and present the story and other sports news in a professional manner. This position is our primary sports photographer, but also has the opportunity to shoot sports packages and potentially fill-in sports anchor.
Job Responsibilities
- Gather information and video for stories and live reports - this position is nights and weekends.
- Put together high quality stories (packages) or VOsots on a daily basis.
- Coverage of breaking sports news and everyday sports news.
- Develop relationships with local high schools to generate compelling local sports stories.
- Develop relationships with local college and pro teams.
- Shoot live shots with TVU equipment.
- Must prioritize maintenance of all photographer gear and editing equipment, as well as maintain and care for station vehicles.
- Willing to cover news when needed.
- In-person attendance is required.
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Experience Requirements
- At least one year sports reporting, photography, and editing for television - must have on-air experience reporting sports.
- Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.
Qualifications Requirements
- Works quickly and efficiently.
- Good personality. Must connect with viewers.
- Must enjoy being part of a team.
- Excellent writing and visual storytelling skills.
- Must be able to provide samples of live sports reporting and photography.
- Ability to shoot and edit high quality video.
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
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Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.
- Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered.
- Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.
Additional Requirements
As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Hearst Television requires that all newly hired employees be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. HTV will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
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