CBS19 in beautiful Charlottesville, VA is looking for our next Director of Sports.
Anchor and Report on newscasts and digital platforms as assigned. Will also participate in Special Projects, community events and public appearance.
Role and Responsibilities:
Develop, shoot, write and present local sport stories for newscasts, CBS19News.com, specials, special projects and all digital platforms
Provide extensive coverage of University of Virginia athletics
Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by Producer
Edit stories as assigned
Drive and operate station vehicles
Travel long distances in the execution of assigned duties
Be available on-call as assigned
Look for points of difference in storytelling
Support and champion the CBS19 News brand
Be able to post video and stories on web and mobile platforms
Win Breaking Sports News
Supervise and plan day-to-day operation of Sports Department
Assist in hiring, discipline of sports personnel
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
At least 4 years' experience as a Multi-Media Journalist is preferred
College degree in broadcast journalism or related field
Ability to work independently with excellent editorial judgment
Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record compliant with our Vehicle Safety Policy.
Aggressive and competitive qualities with an overriding sense of good journalism and fair reporting
Physical requirements:
Good eyesight and hearing, ability to walk up stairs and sometimes long distances, ability to lift weights up to 30 pounds, ability to sit for a long period of time, ability to handle often stressful situations under deadline, good manual and overall physical dexterity.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
Interact professionally with other employees, viewers, customers and community members
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
If you are interested in working in a city that is consistently voted one of the best places in America to live, has four distinct seasons, and has access to the ocean, mountains, and big cities within a three-hour drive, please e-mail your resume, cover letter, and reel links to dschutte@cbs19news.com. NO PHONE CALLS.
Lockwood Broadcast Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Pre-employment drug test is required along with a background screen as allowed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
