MMJ/SPORTS REPORTER - KPTV

FOX Carolina News • Beaverton, OR

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About The Position

Portland, Oregon's #1 news station, FOX 12, has an immediate opening for a Sports MMJ/Reporter. The top candidate will be a dynamic, high-level storyteller who gathers sports news for broadcast, web, and other platforms of the future and has a passion for covering women's sports. This position will help build our partnership with the WNBA's Portland Fire and NWSL's Portland Thorns through in-depth coverage of both teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field preferred
• Minimum of two years' experience as a Sports reporter/MMJ in a local newsroom
• Ability to work long hours/overtime, weekends, overnights as needed for breaking news and specialized coverage
• Must be able to carry 35+ pounds of gear and be experienced in shooting and editing unique content
• Good driving record
• Knowledge of ENPS newsroom systems and Edius editing systems is preferable

Responsibilities

• Shoot, write, and edit stories
• Appear on-air and coordinate live shots
• Develop sources within the sports community and local sports franchises to gain unique insight on Portland's and Oregon's pro, college, and other teams
• Pitch original story ideas daily involving the local sports community
• Work with a sense of immediacy and in a team while exhibiting sound news judgment and ethics
• Contribute to Portland Fire pregame and postgame shows throughout the WNBA season
• Potential and drive to fill-in hosting sports specials and shows

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees