Morning Traffic Anchor/Reporter (KTNV)

KTNV, the E.W. Scripps-owned ABC station in Las Vegas, Nevada is looking for a Morning Traffic Anchor/Reporter.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Anchor morning traffic Monday-Friday.

• Receives assignment or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.

• Gathers and verifies information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research.

• Organizes material, determines emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.

• Shoots video and still photos to illustrate stories.

• Edits, or assists in editing, videos for all multimedia platforms.

• Appears on television program when conducting taped interview or narration.

• Gives live reports from site of event or mobile broadcast unit.

• Work cooperatively with photographer assigned to story if one is assigned.

• Assist news producer in preparing newscast.

• Assist online staff in preparing for multimedia stories.

• Report, write, capture quality visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms on deadline, such as Internet and digital channels.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related degree or equivalent years of experience.

• Minimum of two years of experience.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Computer literacy required, including newsroom computer systems.

• Videography and non-linear editing experience preferred.

• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.

• Edit video on Final Cut Pro editing systems, or similar equipment.

• Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills.

• Proficient at posting content to various websites.

• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, Laff and TrueReal. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

Apply here https://scripps.com/careers/find-a-job/ or contact Krystin Lewis-HR Business Partner at 702-257-8492 with any questions.