WGAL News 8, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market, is looking for a Sports Anchor/Reporter with a big personality, sharp instincts and the energy to bring sports stories to life across every platform.
The Susquehanna Valley sits at the center of an unusually rich sports landscape. Our viewers follow professional teams in Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C., giving WGAL a deep and varied lineup of pro sports to cover—alongside the high school teams, local independent teams and athletes our communities care about most. There is always a game, a fanbase or a compelling story to connect with. This journalist anchors sports during our weekend evening newscasts and reports three days during the week. The ideal candidate breaks significant sports news, finds fresh angles, and tells compelling human-interest stories. They are a confident, engaging presence on camera and a skilled storyteller on social media, with the creativity and know-how to make standout vertical video that connects with audiences where they are.
The Sports Anchor/Reporter develops exclusive stories, delivers energetic live reports and creates coverage that works on air, online and on social platforms. On-site attendance is required.
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