KSL Sports Multimedia Journalist

Who We Are

At Bonneville International, our purpose is to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities and families in the markets we serve. As an integrated media company, we provide content, advertising, and digital marketing solutions across 23 radio stations in Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and Seattle, along with the NBC Affiliate TV station, KSL-TV 5, in Salt Lake. We are responsible for lifting and inspiring with respect and giving voice to all the communities and clients we serve.

We believe that empowering our employees to share their ideas and experiences will fuel creativity, innovation, and inspiration. A diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our ability to create and deliver exceptional content, products, and services that represent our communities. We’re proud of our history and we want talented people to join us as we continue to grow!

To learn more about Bonneville and how our local media matters, visit: https://bonneville.com/

Position Overview

This position will span all areas of KSL Sports, including but not limited to research, writing, producing, photographing, editing and reporting sports feature stories for KSL TV sports segments. The ideal candidate will produce and report engaging stories, conduct in-depth interviews with experts and story subjects, videotape, write and edit creative content for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. The candidate should display strong professional and informative on-camera communication skills. The candidate will also be expected to be capable of delivering live reports for KSL sportscasts both on set as an anchor and in the field as a reporter.

This position will also report on breaking news stories for KSL Sports social media channels and digital platforms. This requires the ability to quickly retain information and disseminate it using strong professional and informative on-camera communication skills. It also requires an in-depth knowledge of, and proficiency using, popular social media channels. A proficiency in writing in AP style for a sports website is also required.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

• This position is an onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Salt Lake City site.

What You Will Do:

Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Research, script, shoot, edit, and submit sports feature stories.

• Demonstrate advanced videography skills that make stories visually appealing to a wide audience.
• Write copy, teases and headlines that are accurate and interesting to entice the viewer to watch.
• Shoot video of local sports events (games, news events, etc.)
• Anchor sportscasts as needed and perform dynamic live reports in the field
• Provide on camera breaking news reports on KSL Sports social media platforms
• Write and post regularly on all digital platforms including social media.
• Conduct necessary live and taped interviews
• Write and produce sportscasts for yourself and others
• Meet all deadlines on-air and online
• Ensure a balanced and ethical presentation of news and information
• Work with News, Production, Promotions, and Engineering on daily broadcasts, special reports/features
• Participate in community and station-driven events
• Work effectively in a team environment and collaborate to create compelling content.
• Consistently meet deadlines as defined by Sports Director and executive producers.
• Set an example of professionalism, collaboration and leadership.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management and clients.
• Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.

Skills and Experience We Are Looking For:

• College degree in journalism, communications, related field, or equivalent preferred
• 3-5 years of experience with television or social media on-camera work
• Proficiency in popular social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.)
• Proficiency with ENPS and Adobe Creative Suite
• An understanding and appreciation for journalism ethics and writing, audience and marketplace
• A proven track record of communicating and collaborating with external customers, business leaders and others involved with community issues
• Deep understanding of social media techniques and tools and the ability to research and implement new practice.
• Superior written and oral communications skills are essential along with the ability to juggle multiple tasks on deadline
• Work on some holidays and weekends required

Physical Demands

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.

• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

• Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion.

Compensation

$55,000 - $75,000. Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to evaluation of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.

What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits!

Employees at Bonneville can enjoy a broad offering of benefits, including:

• Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment

• Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies

• Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays

• 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one

• Paid time off for volunteering

• Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

• Access to an entire team of free financial planners

• Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service

• Continuous growth and development opportunities

• Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.