To many abc27 viewers, nothing is more important than local sports. Our next sports anchor/reporter will have an intense passion for, and unrelenting focus on, local sports—from Friday Night Football to district and state high school playoffs, local colleges, the Harrisburg Senators, and more. Each and every day, the ideal candidate will produce compelling local sports content for both abc27 News and abc27.com to support our mission to be the source of the local sport for our viewers.
Essential Duties
Produces and presents sports reports for all platforms
Writes and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner
Researches, reports, and covers sporting events, sports news, and sports feature stories with an intense focus on recreational, high school, college, and professional teams based in the Harrisburg/Lancaster/York DMA
Works closely with the sports team to develop comprehensive sports coverage for broadcast and digital platforms on a daily basis
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Work Experience
1-2 years experience in sports anchoring and/or reporting preferred
Responsibilities
Researching, shooting, writing, and presenting broadcast and digital content focused on local sports; other duties as assigned.
Other Assignments
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Fluency in English is required; the ability to write and report in Spanish is strongly preferred