Lead Reporter & Storytelling Coach

Scripps Broadcasting Holdings LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

KTNV in Las Vegas is seeking an Executive Reporter to elevate storytelling across the newsroom, guiding reporters and MMJs and shaping content strategy for multiple platforms. You’ll mentor colleagues, develop workflows, and ensure journalism meets the highest standards, while remaining deeply connected to the Las Vegas community.

This leadership role requires strong editorial judgment, an ownership mindset, and the ability to drive authentic, impactful storytelling during breaking news and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Generally 7+ years of experience in journalism, news, storytelling, or a related field preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to meet applicable driving requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead storytelling skills development for reporters and MMJs across the newsroom.
• Coach and mentor journalists at all experience levels, helping them discover creative ways to strengthen their reporting, writing, and storytelling.
• Collaborate with newsroom leaders to consistently execute the station’s content strategy through authentic, meaningful journalism.
• Oversee story writing and development across platforms, providing timely and actionable feedback that encourages continuous improvement.
• Develop and supervise effective workflows, strategies, and procedures supporting multiple news programs and platforms.
• Ensure content consistently meets journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
• Create and communicate a clear storytelling vision that builds trust among reporters, photographers, and other newsroom colleagues.
• Contribute on-air and multi-platform coverage during breaking news when needed.
• Support evolving newsroom priorities and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Editorial judgment

Storytelling

Content strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

KTNV in Las Vegas is seeking an Executive Reporter to elevate storytelling across the newsroom, guiding reporters and MMJs and shaping content strategy for multiple platforms. You’ll mentor colleagues, develop workflows, and ensure journalism meets the highest standards, while remaining deeply connected to the Las Vegas community.

This leadership role requires strong editorial judgment, an ownership mindset, and the ability to drive authentic, impactful storytelling during breaking news and