Sports Reporter

Job Description

CBS 62 (WWJ-TV) and CW50 (WKBD-TV), the CBS News and Stations owned & operated stations in the #15 television market of Detroit, are seeking a creative and dedicated Sports Reporter to join our growing CBS Detroit News Team. This freelance position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional sports coverage across multiple platforms.

Position Overview

We are looking for a versatile sports journalism professional with a strong commitment to visual storytelling, excellent photography and editing skills, and the ability to produce compelling daily content from the field. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable anchoring in-studio, reporting remotely, and creating enterprise content that engages audiences across traditional and digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Production

• Anchor sports segments and report remotely with professional excellence
• Produce original enterprise content that stands out in the market
• Shoot, edit, write, and produce entertaining and informational stories and sportscasts across multiple platforms
• Create content that serves on-air, online, and streaming audiences
• Develop and execute basic graphics to enhance storytelling

Editorial Contribution

• Contribute to the editorial process with consistent, newsworthy story pitches
• Maintain unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity and accuracy
• Meet daily deadlines while delivering high-quality content

Digital & Social Media Engagement

• Apply expert knowledge of social media platforms to connect with audiences and implement station strategy
• Consistently supply compelling material to CBS News Detroit's social media and digital platforms
• Adapt content for various digital formats and audiences

Required Qualifications

Professional Experience

• Prior experience as a Sports Anchor/Reporter in a top 10 market preferred
• Proven track record of dynamic storytelling and interviewing abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting within fast-paced environments

Technical Skills

• Must be proficient in shooting, writing, editing, and creating basic graphics
• Strong photography and editing capabilities
• Experience with multi-platform content production

Knowledge & Expertise

• Expert knowledge of professional, college, and high school sports
• Deep understanding of sports journalism best practices
• Applied knowledge and strategic use of social media platforms

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines consistently
• Willingness and availability to work independently on varying schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic news environment

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-9z7jkz-216-73-216-67-42 in your application.