Morning News Anchor/Reporter
Cumulus Media Inc.

Job Info

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Company Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | Reno, NV currently features 4 stations. News/Talk 780 KOH, 98.1 K-BUL, 95.5 The Vibe, and Wild 102.9. The cluster of 4 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA| Reno, NV is looking for a dynamic FULL TIME Morning News Anchor/Reporter. News/Talk 780 KOH is the heritage news and information radio station for Northern Nevada and the surrounding area. We are seeking someone who is a local-first news leader aka NEWS JUNKIE who understands story selection, the power of audio and nat sound and the ability to grab the listener with compelling, fast-paced storytelling. We need someone who knows what breaking news is, how to respond to it and most importantly how to make our coverage shine during it! We are a fully staffed newsroom with all the tools you'll need. Now we just need you to report for it. It's a very high-profile position that could include substitute hosting on our dynamic morning news show, and some TV appearances with our local TV station partner. Social media skills (Facebook, Twitter, etc are a must). In addition to your regular anchor shift, you must also be willing to hit the street and report. Reno is a dynamic, fast-growing city with more than enough interesting stories to uncover, not to mention a fun place to be, so come join us!

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities include producing and delivering newscasts that generate ratings by being entertaining, informative, community oriented and forwarding the brand. As an ambassador for Cumulus, participation in station and client events/remotes, connecting with the community and our listeners, building a relationship with clients through the sales team and networking within the market are paramount. Candidates must have unparalleled passion, worth ethic and drive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Producing compelling newscasts by using creativity, imagination and exercise of independent professional judgment in writing, producing, interviewing, taping or broadcasting on-air content
• Connect with listeners via phones, social, video, web and on-site
• Daily social media engagement; website and digital content generation
• Participates in station Programming, Promotions, and Sales meetings and events as requested or required
• Live Broadcasts and station appearances, whether paid of unpaid
• Handles emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news
• Ensures logged commercials, promotions, sweepers and any other programming element essential to the station's operations are aired

To upload your air-check, please paste the audio file into a Word document and save with name format Lastname.Audio and upload as part of your application by selecting "Include a cover letter". Instructions are also provided on the application form.

Qualifications:

• 3 + years of Full-Time On-Air News Anchoring or Reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking
• Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations
• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
• Demonstrated upbeat personality, informative, entertaining and engaging on the air; able to relate to station audience
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation
• Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar; ability to make others feel comfortable and open up on air
• Demonstrated creativity and imagination
• Can work well in a team environment; collaborative

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

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