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Are you passionate about sports and have a knack for delivering exciting play-by-play commentary? 935/1430 WCMY, the proud broadcast home of the Ottawa Pirates and Marquette Crusaders, is seeking a dynamic Play-by-Play Announcer for local high school sports.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver live play-by-play commentary for football, basketball, baseball, and softball games.
  • Manage pre-game, halftime, and post-game segments with engaging and insightful commentary.
  • Stay informed on local sports teams, players, and stats to provide informed and accurate coverage.
  • Commit to Friday night games, with occasional travel and some Saturday coverage during football season. Additional weeknight games for basketball, baseball, and softball are required.
  • Provide coverage for various junior golf tournaments throughout the year.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Prior experience in play-by-play or live sports announcing or news.
  • Experience with board operations.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of sports, especially local high school teams in Ottawa and the respective conferences.
If you’re ready to bring the excitement of local sports to our listeners, apply today at our offices at 216 W. Lafayette Street in downtown Ottawa. Email Tammy at tsondgeroth@nrgmedia.com, or call 815 434-6050 and ask for Tammy for more information. This position is as an independent contractor for WCMY, and NRG Media with a $55.00 base pay per game and away game-only travel at $.36 a mile. NRG Media Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer.
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