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JOB DESCRIPTION

Want to cover sports in the shadows of Notre Dame? The South Bend market's #1 station is looking for you. WSBT has an exciting opportunity for a full time Weekend Sports Anchor / Reporter! In this role, you will be required to produce and anchor weekend sportscasts while also producing unique local sports content during the week. WSBT is not only committed to aggressively covering Notre Dame, but this sports department also prioritizes local high school athletics. In addition to our on-air product, WSBT is also committed to content on all digital and social media platforms. Candidate also needs strong photojournalism and editing skills. The ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule is needed.

Skills and Experience:

• A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise sports reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Previous sports experience is preferred
• Strong photojournalism skills
• Live shot experience is preferred
• Previous experience working in a team environment is important

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.