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Gray Media•Monroe, LA

About The Position

KNOE is looking for a sports reporter/MMJ/weekend sports anchor to join our team. The ideal candidate must be able to shoot, edit, write, and have a strong social media skill set. Our three-person KNOE sports department focuses on local athletes along with premier high school and college athletics. We are looking for a candidate who is a self-starter, someone who thrives under deadlines and is ready to cover some of the best teams in Louisiana and the nation. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Writing, reporting, shooting/editing video, and doing live shots - Daily news photography and editing - Must be able to shoot and edit - Work efficiently alone and in a group - Contribute content daily to KNOE.COM, KNOE social media, and streaming - Work in various weather conditions - Candidate will be scheduled to work weekends

Requirements

The successful candidate will be creative, extremely detail-oriented, and have very strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and communication skills
Two years of anchoring/reporting experience preferred. Experience as a news reporter or other applicable journalism experience may be accepted
Positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced and dynamic environment under deadline pressure
Able to work well with a team
Flexible to work nights and weekends
Able to sit and stand for extended periods.
Computer literacy is a must
Strong grasp of visual design, grammar, and spelling
Experience with HD video production, social media platforms, ENPS, and non-linear editing systems is a definite plus
A clean driving record, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license