KAKE Sports has an opening for an energetic and enterprising Sports Anchor/Reporter.

We are an aggressive, award winning shop that values the art of compelling storytelling.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Develop, shoot, write and present local sport stories for newscasts, KAKE.com, specials and special projects

Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by Producer

Edit stories as assigned

Drive and operate station vehicles

Travel long distances in the execution of assigned duties

Look for points of difference in storytelling, including walking, talking, touching, feeling and using props in stand-ups and live shots

Support and champion the KAKE News brand

Be able to post video and stories on web and mobile platforms

Win Breaking Sports News

Assist News Department with shoots/reporting as needed

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

At least 2 years’ experience as a Multi-Media Journalist is preferred

College degree in broadcast journalism

Ability to work independently with excellent editorial judgment

Good eyesight and hearing, ability to climb stairs and sometimes long distances, ability to lift weights up to 50 pounds, ability to sit for long periods of time, ability to handle often stressful situations under deadline, good manual and overall physical dexterity.

Have a good driving record

Pleasant and engaging physical appearance and demeanor

Aggressive and competitive qualities with an overriding sense of good journalism, and fair reporting

Send resume and link of work to:

Lori Johnson, Business Manager
KAKE
1500 N. West St.
Wichita, KS 67203
[email protected]
No telephone calls, please

Lockwood Broadcast Group and KAKE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  Pre-employment drug test is required along with a background screen as allowed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.