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Sr. Sports Producer, KTNV/KMCC

Scripps Broadcasting Holdings LLC • Full-time • Las Vegas, S Valley View Blvd, KTNV & KMCC • 1w ago

If you're ready to shape the sports conversation in one of America's most exciting entertainment capitals, we have a great opportunity.

KTNV/KMCC, The E.W. Scripps stations in Las Vegas, Nevada, is seeking a Senior Sports Producer who will lead the sports team and organize and create content for multiple platforms utilizing strong editorial, journalistic, and communication skills.

You'll play a key role at the forefront of sports storytelling that connects with our passionate Las Vegas sports community.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Develop and organize newscasts or local programs.

• Create and showcase sports content.

• Collaborate with reporters, anchors, news managers, producers, and assignment editors to determine content needs and storytelling direction for multiple platforms.

• Oversee all special sports programming in addition to daily content.

• Enhance content with graphics, video, research, and station branding.

• Execute time sensitive decisions.

• Oversee live broadcast and up to the minute editorial decisions.

• Perform desktop editing.

• Post content to station's Web sites.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Ability and desire to lead a team

• Avid local news consumer: knows daily news, events, trends and happenings on a local level

• Strong vision and ability to advance stories

• Excellent interpersonal communicator

• Passionate about sports content and creative storytelling with attention to detail - including grammar, spelling

• Highly organized

• Highly adaptable in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

• Strong self-motivation

• Working knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws

• Able to use web analytics

• Proficient with newsroom computer systems including iNews and Final Cut Pro

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Las Vegas is far more than just the famous Strip. As a resident, you'll discover vibrant neighborhoods, outdoor adventures in the nearby desert landscape, and a growing arts and cultural scene. Red Rock Canyon offers world-class hiking and rock climbing just minutes from the city, while Lake Mead and Mount Charleston provide year-round recreation opportunities. The city boasts professional sports teams including the Vegas Golden Knights and Las Vegas Raiders, plus a thriving food scene with celebrity chefs and local favorites. With no state income tax, affordable housing compared to other major metros, and 300+ days of sunshine annually, Las Vegas offers an exceptional quality of life beyond the neon lights that tourists see.

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SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP)is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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