What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anchor/Reporter position at KTVN 2 News Nevada?
Anchor / Reporter
KTVN 2 News Nevada Reno, NV
Position Overview
The News Anchor/Reporter plays a key role in delivering trusted, engaging journalism to the 2 News Nevada audience. This position anchors and reports on daily newscasts, handles breaking news with professionalism, and serves as a visible representative of the station within the Northern Nevada community. The role supports KTVNs mission of Coverage You Can Count On.
Key Responsibilities
- Anchor live newscasts with clear, confident, and engaging delivery
- Write broadcast-style copy and report enterprise stories for multiple newscasts
- Respond calmly and decisively during breaking news situations
- Collaborate with producers, photographers, and the assignment desk on story content and priorities
- Develop story ideas and plan coverage for ratings periods
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and organizations
- Represent KTVN through community appearances and involvement
Leadership & Collaboration
- Serve as a newsroom leader by providing guidance and professional input to photographers and producers
- Help motivate the newsroom and contribute positively to newsroom culture
- Take initiative when additional newsroom support is needed
Qualifications
- Strong on-air presence with the ability to present news clearly and conversationally
- Excellent writing skills for broadcast journalism
- Ethical, fair, well-spoken, and personable
- Comfortable working live on television and under deadline pressure
- Ability to learn video editing and newsroom technology
- Bachelors degree in Journalism or related field preferred (high school diploma required)
- Minimum one year of anchoring and reporting experience preferred
- A valid drivers license, clean motor vehicle record, and reliable daily access to a personal vehicle are required. This position involved frequent local travel throughout the stations listening/viewership area to meet with prospective and current clients.
Work Environment & Schedule
- Newsroom operates 24/7
- Position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during breaking news
- Position requires frequent walking, including navigation of uneven outdoor terrain; presence at crime scenes and other active incident locations requiring continuous vigilance, situational awareness, and attention to safety; and the ability to carry and transport up to 30 pounds of equipment.
Benefits
- Health, Life, and Vision Insurance
- 401K Contribution
- Holiday Pay
- and more!
If interested, please email your resume to ECollins@SarkesTarzian.com.
Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.