WDHN-TV has an immediate opening for a Sports Director / Anchor. See why so many people are discovering this hidden jewel of a city, moving to Dothan. Our rate for new arrivals is among the top cities in the country.  It's not just because of our warm climate and friendly people, we're also just a few miles and a short drive from pristine Gulf Coast beaches.  

Produces and anchors sports reports for all platformsEnsures that all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityWrites and delivers sports stories in a clear and concise manner.Produces and anchors weekend news and sports.Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating sports programming and other contentResponds to breaking sports events and other urgent newsrooms situations as requiredDevelops comprehensive sports coverageParticipates in promotional activities including public appearancesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedShoots video for sports reportsInteracts with viewers and users on social media sites

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceComprehensive knowledge of sports and sports related activitiesFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when requiredSuperior on-air presenceProficiency with office equipment.Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously