Sports Mutli-Media Journalist

At KPRC 2, the Graham Media Group-owned news and information hub in Houston, TX, we embrace innovation and creativity within our news team. Were looking for a dynamic Sports Multi-Media Journalist who thrives on engaging with and enriching our community with their storytelling on our broadcast, streaming and social media channels. Were looking for someone whos ready to break away from the traditional constraints of a television sportscast and can excel at developing and creatively presenting off the field stories unique local content you wont get from ESPN or your favorite sports app.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Sports Multi-Media Journalist for Graham Media Group, youll need keen editorial judgment to identify sports stories in our community with real audience impact. With a focus on innovative storytelling, you will shoot and edit your stories for both linear and digital platforms. An understanding of the kind of sports content modern audiences seek out is paramount. Passion and creativity are also vital for this role and our newsroom. This position also offers exciting opportunities for growth within an organization committed to reinventing how news is delivered.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Engage viewers with compelling storytelling across all platforms, prioritizing clarity, engagement, and innovation.
• Generate unique sports story ideas daily, demonstrating a keen understanding of the communitys pulse and what kind of sports content will resonate with our target audience.
• Showcase exceptional storytelling skills as a researcher, photographer, writer and editor.
• Demonstrate the required editorial judgement, producing skills and presentation skills to serve as Sports Anchor as necessary.
• Collaborate with news management and producers to maintain a cohesive and comprehensive strategy for covering local sports as part of our daily news coverage plans.
• Produce and participate in the production and presentation of sports specials throughout the year.
• Other related duties as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in a broadcast news environment, with demonstrated expertise in storytelling, live reporting, and newsgathering.
• Strong on-camera presence with clear, dynamic and engaging delivery.
• Exceptional interviewing skills with the ability to shoot and edit video content as needed.
• Proficiency in the industry standard editing software, newsroom rundown systems, smartphone technology, and social media platforms.
• Versatile reporting experience, including experimental video formats and innovative storytelling approaches.
• Proven track record in original sports reporting, with the ability to deliver in-depth coverage beyond standard highlights and interviews.
• Ability to thrive under tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A college degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

Location: KPRC 2

8181 Southwest Freeway, Houston, Texas 77074

To apply: Please submit your updated resume and application to:

Tiffani Lupenski, Manager of Content and Coverage

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Click HERE to download and complete employment application.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications, and reference checks. You must hold a valid drivers license and be insurable under Texas Law.

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KPRC 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, KPRC 2 will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination .