News Reporter/Hockey Play-by-Play Announcer

North Battleford, Saskatchewan

Pattison Media is looking for the next ‘legend in the making’ to call hockey for the Battlefords North Stars of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.

What will set you apart from the other candidates is the ability to seamlessly transition between play-by-play announcing and general assignment news reporting and news anchoring which will be paramount in the off-season but also required throughout the year as a general assignment reporter.

You’ll work with senior newsroom leaders to tell compelling stories and build multi-media coverage for our digital assets and affiliate radio stations.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Research, pitch and write compelling general news stories while creating sources
• Anchor newscasts as needed
• Coordinate radio and online coverage of the hockey team
• Play-by-Play for all home and away games **Experience in board operating would be an asset
• Host public events on behalf of the team and radio station
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in broadcast journalist or minimum 1-2 years broadcast experience
• Working knowledge of digital news and CP writing style
• Excellent play-by-play skills and ability to produce and execute a hockey game broadcast
• Ability to travel on the road, with the team, for extended periods of time throughout the season
• Professional appearance and a valid driver’s license
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines

You can apply online below or send your resume, on-air demo and writing examples and a completed copy of the Pattison Media New Applicant Self ID form by August 2, 2024 to:

Teena Monteleone

Director of Information Programming

teena.monteleone@pattisonmedia.com

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