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KXLY Broadcast Group

TV Sports Director

KXLY Broadcast Group, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99206


KXLY Broadcast Group TV Sports Director Spokane, Washington Apply Now 4 News Now, the ABC affiliate in Spokane, Washington, is a family-owned, people-first newsroom. The community is at the core of what we do and who we are and we believe it is our duty to inform, but also to inspire.

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.About this opportunity:Are you passionate about sports, but believe people and stories are more important than scores and highlights? Are you obsessed with breaking stories on Twitter and connecting to fans on digital platforms? Want to cover the best college basketball team in America as much as telling stories of high school students and paralympians overcoming the odds? This could be your dream job. 4 News Now has an immediate opening for a sports director in an innovative, close-knit newsroom that is committed to journalism and its values. You'll lead a sports team by planning coverage, anchoring newscasts, developing your own stories, shooting games and sharing your knowledge and video across all platforms. We're a newsroom that thrives on growth and teamwork. We're a community that LOVES local sports. You'll join a family-owned company in the beautiful northwest, where you can enjoy a thriving city without the hour-long commute to work. Spokane is surrounded by beautiful scenery, lakes and mountains and has more than enough news to keep a journalist engaged. Have we mentioned, Gonzaga is right down the street?What you'll do:Write sports stories for newscasts and digital platformsPublish content and generate story ideas through social media sitesUse social media to gather and share informationWork with news managers to set the tone and plan for sports coverage across platformsWhat you'll bring:4-year degree with an emphasis on journalism preferred5 years of experience as a sports anchor/reporterAccurate and comprehensive writing, shooting, and editing skillsDesire to do sports that goes beyond fullscreens and highlightsAbility to lift and carry 25 poundsWhat 4 News Now offers:Pay range: $25 per hourWe're a dynamic and progressive family-owned business that values our employees, our culture and our communityWe are a team of talented and creative professionals. Who wouldn't want to work with the best in the business?Mentoring and training programs to promote success in your roleWe offer competitive compensation and benefitsOur robust benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, and 401(k)Time off work/life balance is important to us. We provide vacation days, sick days, personal days and 9 paid holidays.

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