Nevada Sports Net is seeking a Sports Producer/MMJ to join our team. This hybrid position is designed for someone who will actively engage in hands-on experience in sports production, shooting, editing, on-air reporting and content creation across television and digital platforms. The Sports Producer/MMJ will support daily sports coverage by producing a weekly sports and culture show and assist in daily shooting and editing of local sports coverage. This person also will have the opportunity for occasional reporting in the field and get on-air experience.
Primary Responsibilities
* Produce “The Biggest Little Show,” a weekly 30-minute sports/culture program by writing scripts, building rundowns, coordinating video/graphics and booking interviews
* Backup producer of “NSN Tonight,” our daily 30-minute sports show
* Shoot sports events and feature stories
* Edit highlights, packages and features using non-linear editing systems
* Assist with live shots and field production
* Shoot, write and edit sports stories independently or with guidance from senior staff
* Assist in coverage of major events like American Century Championship, Reno Rodeo, Nevada athletics games
* Conduct interviews with athletes, coaches and community sports figures
* Contribute sports content for digital platforms, including web and social media
* Assist in promoting NSN’s coverage across personal platforms
Additional Responsibilities
* Work closely with sports anchors, reporters and producers to execute coverage plans
* Help plan coverage around games, tournaments and major sports events
* Perform other duties as assigned by Station leadership
Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of sports (knowledge of Northern Nevada sports a bonus)
* Strong interest in sports journalism and storytelling
* Basic shooting, writing and video editing skills
* Creative mindset that looks for ways to elevate overall sports coverage
* Ability to learn newsroom systems and production workflows
* Strong work ethic, initiative and willingness to take feedback and direction
* Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
* Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
* Ability to lift and carry broadcast equipment
* Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Education/Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications or a related field or equivalent experience
* 1 year of experience in a professional newsroom (internship or campus-media experience preferred for entry-level candidates)
* Experience working with Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop
* Experience working with ENG (Z280 or similar) and cinematic cameras (FX3 or similar)
* Experience working with Sprout Social (or similar)
* Experience working with Avid iNEWS and Expression a bonus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, and operate broadcast equipment.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to navigate sports venues and field locations.
- Ability to drive to field assignments.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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 Sinclair:
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 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- At least 1 year of experience in a professional newsroom
- Strong knowledge of sports and interest in sports journalism and storytelling
- Basic shooting, writing, and video editing skills
- Experience with Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop
- Experience operating ENG cameras such as the Z280 or similar
- Experience operating cinematic cameras such as the FX3 or similar
- Experience with Sprout Social or a similar social media management platform
- Ability to learn newsroom systems and production workflows
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift, carry, and operate broadcast equipment
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and accept feedback and direction
- Northern Nevada sports knowledge
- Internship or campus-media experience for entry-level candidates
- Experience with Avid iNEWS and Expression
What We Do
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all the major networks. In addition, Sinclair is the leading local news provider in the country, as well as a producer of sports content. Sinclair owns a multicast network, four radio stations and a cable network. Sinclair’s broadcast content is delivered via multiple-platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital platforms. Sinclair, either directly or through its venture subsidiaries, makes equity investments in strategic companies. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. was founded in 1986, went public in 1995 and is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SBGI. Throughout our history, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of industry-changing events and technological advances. Our vision and first-to-market mentality drives our ‘next generation’ thinking; stimulating conversations, innovating through our expertise, and advocating for the development of technology and evolving business models. As a leading over-the-air broadcast television company, our primary business is to engage consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and compelling news, entertainment and sports content, and to provide advertisers and business efficient means and value to connect with our mass audiences. We recognize the vital role broadcast television plays in branding and local content delivery, and therefore strive to constantly be at the forefront of leading edge technology and structures to advance the industry.
