Sports Anchor/MSJ

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the   power   to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.     This role is a storyteller, not someone who will regurgitate highlights on an anchor desk. We are looking for someone who has a passion for telling local, character-driven sports stories in the community. The Sports Anchor/MSJ will provide sports reports for KORV/KMAX news programs and online properties. This role will participate in the selection of sports related stories for presentation to the viewers.  Must be able to gather, assemble and explain information on all stories assigned to you. Video shooting and editing is required.    The Anchor/MSJ will interview guests and contributors appropriate to the stories being presented. Anchor must remain up to date with current events, in sports and news. This role will also be available to make personal appearances to promote the station.   As a sports anchor/MSJ, you will be assigned to cover and report live stories outside the station - on location. You must write with a clear and engaging style, using video and graphics to illustrate facts and ideas in the story. You must maintain a broad understanding of all sports and ability to tell stories about athletes, teams, leagues and issues, both local and national.    Requirements: Must have at least six years of comparable television experience, with a minimum of 3 years as a sports anchor, working in a local market or network television news. Must have in-depth presentation and oral communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel. Must be able to do live reporting in an engaging and effective manner. Familiarity with the California region extremely helpful. College degree required or equivalent experience.   Physical Demands: Must be able to operate keyboard with accuracy and speed, and  have a valid driver's license in order to drive to reporting locations.  CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News