Multimedia Journalist

Univision Communications, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Univision Chicago is seeking a self-driven MMJ to gather, shoot, and edit stories for daily newscasts and online platforms. You will research, enterprise, write, shoot, and edit on deadline, crafting compelling visuals and strong storytelling that resonates with the local community.

You must work as a one-person band, developing relationships with community leaders and officials, and delivering reports that meet high journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred in multimedia, journalism, or television broadcasting.
• 2+ newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal.
• Applicants must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications.
• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Adobe Premiere and Adobe Creative Cloud).
• Advanced knowledge in field cameras, gear and editing systems.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Sag-AFTRA membership may be required.

Responsibilities

• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot videos, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily.
• Post videos, pictures and stories to websites and social media or streaming platforms.
• Maintain familiarity with local, state, and national news across the coverage area.
• Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.
• Work independently in the field under various weather conditions.
• Present reports clearly on air and online; craft engaging visuals and storytelling.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Newsroom experience

One-person band

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred in multimedia/journalism/television broadcasting

Tools

iNews

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Creative Cloud

Field cameras

Job description

Chicago, IL

Full time

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ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

The News Department at N+ Univision Chicago is looking for an MMJ to join our team! The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment to serving our local community. This role will work as MMJ gathering, shooting, and editing own material.

ABOUT YOU:

The MMJ will research, enterprise, develop, write, shoot and edit stories on deadline for recorded or live newscasts. MMJs are responsible for crafting compelling stories through creative shots, engaging visuals, and strong storytelling that connects with audiences on air and online. You will build strong relationships with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. MMJs will present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner; as well as present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas. You are a team player with solid news judgment and must be a “one-person band” to complete a story from beginning to end. You must be able to work independently with the camera, write, edit your own story, and interact with the viewers through all the Univision media platforms. You will report to the News Director.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot videos, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily.

• Post videos, pictures and stories to websites, Facebook, and other social media outlets or streaming platforms.

• Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across our coverage area.

• Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large.

• Work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred (i.e., multimedia, journalism, television broadcasting).

• 2+ newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal.

• Applicants must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (both hardware/software).

• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Adobe Premiere and Adobe creative cloud preferred), and file sharing systems preferred.

• High ethical and journalistic standards.

• Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems.

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for up to (8) hours without restrictions.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for extended periods of time.

  *This position will require the employee to be a member or join SAG-AFTRA.

  Base pay Range: $82,000 - $87,500

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.

About TelevisaUnivision

TelevisaUnivision is the world’s leading Spanish-language media company. Powered by the largest library of owned Spanish-language content and a prolific production capability, TelevisaUnivision is the top producer of original content in Spanish across news, sports and entertainment verticals. This original content powers all of TelevisaUnivision’s platforms, which include market-leading broadcast networks Univision, Las Estrellas, Canal 5 and UniMás, and a portfolio of 38 cable networks, which include TUDN, Galavisión, Distrito Comedia and TL Novelas. The company also operates the leading Mexican movie studio, Videocine, and owns and operates the largest Spanish-language audio platform in the U.S. across 35 terrestrial stations and the Uforia digital platform. TelevisaUnivision is also the owner of ViX, the largest Spanish-language streaming platform in the world. For more information, please visit televisaunivision.com .

Sobre TelevisaUnivision

TelevisaUnivision es la compañía líder de medios en español en el mundo. Impulsada por la biblioteca propia más grande de contenido en español y una alta capacidad de producción, TelevisaUnivision es el más grande productor de contenido para las verticales de noticias, deportes y entretenimiento. Este contenido original es lo que impulsa las plataformas de TelevisaUnivision, que incluyen las cadenas de transmisión líderes Univision, las estrellas, Canal 5, y UniMás, y un portafolio de 38 canales de televisión de paga, que incluyen TUDN, Galavisión, Distrito Comedia, y TL Novelas. La compañía además opera el estudio de producción cinematográfica líder en México, Videocine, y posee y administra las plataformas más grandes de audio en español en Estados Unidos en 35 estaciones y la plataforma digital Uforia. TelevisaUnivision también es propietaria de ViX, el servicio de streaming en español más grande del mundo. Para más información, por favor visita televisaunivision.com .