Lifestyle Show Correspondent

KABB-TV has an immediate opening for a full-time correspondent/producer on our live local lifestyle program, “Daytime”. We are looking for an ambitious content creator who can take a fresh idea and mold it into an exciting and engaging television segment. This person will present segments both in studio and out covering the San Antonio market. If you’re a content creator with a passion for lifestyle and entertainment, this role is for you!

Responsibilities:  

• Conduct live and taped interviews and in the field  
• Generate editorial content, book guests, write and format segments for daily production
• Work alongside sales/marketing consultants to line up guest segments  
• Have great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating our guests  
• Gather supporting content in the field such as video & photos to produce digital content
• Drive social media engagement with a strong presence on Facebook, Instagram, etc.
• Other responsibilities as directed by department head

Required Skills:  

• Have a creative mindset
• Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills with clients and guests
• Be a compelling and accurate writer with emphasis on AP style
• Detail-oriented; organization is key
• Be able to multitask and manage time to juggle multiple projects
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must

Required Experience:  

• A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• A minimum of 3 years of on-air live experience on a Lifestyle Show or equivalent
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience writing long and short form packages, segments, reels, and other on air or digital assignments  
• Flexibility to work afternoon shifts as needed 

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair:

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

 About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.