Sports Anchor/Reporter, NBC5 Chicago - NBCUniversal

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WMAQ-TV, the NBCUniversal station in Chicago is looking for a Sports Anchor/Reporter to be responsible for gathering information on many current sports events, games and personalities and preparing the information for live on-air broadcast presentation.   Responsibilities include providing anchored sports segment(s) for newscasts.   Will function in Sports Anchor and Reporter roles, both for on-air and on Station's web site, or another digital platform as assigned.  Will work within a strong team environment.

• Minimum of 4 years television news anchor/reporter experience covering Sports.
• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or related field.
• This is an AFTRA-union represented position.  If not now a member, membership will be required upon hire.   

Desired Qualifications:   

• Very knowledgeable of all Chicago sports teams and personnel
• Must be able to work varied work schedules during the week and work weekends when needed.   
• Must have strong speech skills to communicate and present effectively on-air during live broadcasts, during breaking news situations and able to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations, individually as well as with co-anchors.
• Must have excellent interviewing skills.
• Must be able to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines on a regular basis. 
• Must have excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of computer applications.

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered for this position.
• Must be able to travel and work longer hours with short notice when necessary.
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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