Anchor/Reporter, Traffic Job at Nexstar Broadcasting in Las Vegas

KLAS-TV the CBS affiliate in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada is actively recruiting for an Anchor/Reporter in traffic. The Anchor/Reporter serves as a presenter of traffic news and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Present live and recorded traffic reports during morning and/or evening newscasts.

Monitor traffic conditions using NDOT feeds, traffic software, social media, and viewer tips

Collaborate with producers to incorporate traffic updates into newscasts and breaking news coverage

Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards

Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research

Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Report news stories for broadcast, providing clear background, context, and accurate details

Research, gather, and analyze information through interviews, public records, events, and field reporting

Arrange and conduct interviews with newsmakers and community members

Review notes and materials to isolate key facts and develop compelling story angles

Develop and pitch original story ideas

Shoot, write, edit and present news reports for all platforms

Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree. Equivalent years of experience may substitute for education

Three (3) years television anchoring or reporting experience preferred

Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation

Strong reporting skills

Understand importance of social media

Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills

Promoter of teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel

Operate newsroom computer systems

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks

Strong organizational and research skills

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Flexibility to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The Anchor/Reporter must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Anchor/Reporter must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.