KARE-TV in MInneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Sports Content Producer/MSJ.
KARE 11 is looking for a creative and ambitious sports content producer and MSJ who will be a key contributor to the overall content strategy for KARE 11 sports, while working collaboratively with the sports director, news managers, sports staff and news producers on sports opportunities within newscasts and weekly sports programs and specials.
The ideal candidate will develop, shoot, produce, write, edit content for sports segments and sports shows, serve as line-producer, shoot and edit reporter packages for sports segments and sports shows, and create digital sports content.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with sports director, sports talent, news managers, news producers, production team, and control room team on show content and execution of shows
- Create and manage show rundowns
- Shoot and edit sports content for nightly newscasts
- Write scripts
- Line produce daily, weekly shows
- Work with sports director and news managers to lead newsroom during breaking sports news
- Propose original, timely and innovative content ideas
- Create, write content for digital and social media platforms
- Coordinate sponsored elements in sports shows
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
- BA/BS in journalism, communications or related
- Minimum of 2 years' experience producing/reporting for sports
- Knowledge of non-linear editing systems (Edius, Premier)
- Familiar with newsroom production systems (ENPS or equivalent)
- Ability to use a MSJ camera
- Strong knowledge of digital/social platforms
- Demonstrate strong news judgement in editorial conversations
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, reliable and leadership qualities
- Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Knowledge of Minnesota sports is a plus
- Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time-sensitive deadlines
Travel: based on assignment needs
Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
Physical Demands Set: Medium work: Involves standing prolong hours, stooping, bending, lifting/pushing up to 25 lbs.
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KARE-TV is an equal opportunity employer.
