LA Multiplatform News Reporter: Live & Engaging

NBCUniversal

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NBCUniversal's Telemundo 52 in Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic Early News Multiplatform Reporter to perform live on‑air reporting, write and post digital stories, and collaborate on news packages for multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a TV reporter in a top 30 market, a Bachelor's in journalism, and excellent Spanish language skills, with experience in on‑air reporting, writing, editing, and shooting.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years as a TV reporter in a top 30 market.
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Excellent Spanish written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in various on-air reporting functions (anchoring, investigations, franchises, etc.).
Strong ability to ad-lib effortlessly, especially in breaking news situations.
Understanding of editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, libel laws, slander, and FCC rules.
Proven problem-solving and prioritization skills in high-pressure, breaking news environments.
Effective self-starter with a track record of generating and producing original news stories.

Responsibilities

Perform on-air live reporting for all Telemundo 52 platforms and contribute to breaking and lead stories.
Write and post stories to digital platforms, ensuring editorial accuracy and compliance with NBCUniversal legal standards.
Collaborate with managers and producers to conceptualize and produce news packages based on breaking news or assigned stories.
Strong interpersonal communication skills that foster a connection with the audience, interview subjects, and community members, ensuring stories are relatable and engaging.
Generate enterprise, community‑driven story ideas showcasing Southern California's diversity.
Develop and maintain a network of news sources across communities, organizations, and social media platforms for exclusive stories.
Track story developments and communicate progress to the assignment desk and managers.
Coordinate, organize, and conduct interviews.
Develop ongoing “sweeps” style stories.
Write and copy edit assigned scripts in newscasts.
Articulate viewpoints and experiences in a manner that helps the audience feel a personal connection with the content.
Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with excellent time-management skills, prioritizing and multi-tasking under shifting deadlines.
Participate in station-sponsored events and assigned special promotions projects.