Sports Photographer/MMJ I

FOX59 and CBS4, the Nexstar stations in Indianapolis, are looking for an experienced Sports Photographer/MMJ to join our award-winning team. This is one of the biggest sports markets in the world with the Indianapolis 500, NFL, NBA, minor league baseball and countless NCAA championship competitions.

The ideal candidate should have strong sports photography skills as well as the ability to find and tell compelling stories. You should also have live reporting skills. Limited fill-in anchoring opportunities may be available for the right candidate.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Report sports stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Shoot video for use in broadcasts or for other sports reporters to use in stories
• Arrange and conduct interviews, shoot video, edit packages (and Vo/Sots)
• Review copy for accuracy, style and proper grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial direction and guidelines
• Pitch stories of interest to a diverse audience, while also understanding the importance of targeting specific members of that audience
• Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of cooperation and collaboration with all station personnel
• Interact frequently with viewers/users on social media platforms to build engagement and brand
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned, including attendance at public events and community service initiatives

• Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required
• Minimum two years' experience in sports photographer or reporting (Depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Social media expertise, proficiency
• Knowledge of current newsgathering technology, including video cameras, editing equipment and newsroom computer systems
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift