Reporter

REPORTER

Sarkes Tarzianis seeking a seasoned Anchor/Reporter for KTVN- 2 News Nevada in Reno, Nevada. If you are a competitor, self-starter, team player, and want to work for a company that truly cares for its employees and the community, submit your resume and/or application to ecollins@sarkestarzian.com. Sarkes Tarzian is an equal-opportunity employer.

The purpose of a News Reporter is to present the latest up-to-date news to the station’s television and digital audiences in the easiest to understand, objective and accurate way possible in a confident and easy to understand manner. To present the news in the most objective way possible. To continue to grow as a writer, researcher and reporter. To always hold the reputation of KTVN 2 NEWS NEVADA in a very positive light.

Duties and Responsibilities

§ Write packages, voice overs-and live shots for air and digital platforms

§ General assignment reporting

§ Set up stories and keep in close communication with producers and the assignment editor, as far as scheduling interviews and story developments.

§ Always generate new ideas to the assignment editor

§ Make beat calls (Always follow up previously reported stories, for new developments)

§ Read all local newspapers and publications, plus be aware of what is happening both in the world and nationally on a daily basis

§ Attend all editorial meetings that fall in your work shift and arrive with story ideas

§ Continuously work on all on-air skills, including live, voice, and communication

§ Work with and give appropriate guidance to photographers

Requirements and Qualifications

§ Bachelor’s in Journalism (preferred)

§ High school degree or equivalent (required)

§ One year of professional reporting, with live reporting experience (preferred)

§ Develop and maintain contacts in the community

§ Ability to research, write, and report news stories for television

§ Typing and writing skills

§ Being able to use or learn to use non-linear editors

§ Understand the ENG equipment

§ Have good interviewing skills, develop a broadcast voice for air, and have a professional physical presentation on air

§ Know how to write to video

§ Ability to work under deadline pressure on a daily basis

§ Ability to accept and implement constructive criticism

NOTE: The News Department functions 24/7 and this position can require long hours, unplanned interruptions at odd hours and could involve weekend and occasional holiday work requirements.

Benefits

· Health, Life, and Vision Insurance

· 401K Contribution

· Vacation and PTO

· Holiday Pay

· …and more!

If interested, please click “apply” and/or email your resume to ECollins@SarkesTarzian.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Journalism: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Reno, NV 89502 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Reno, NV 89502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21