Multimedia Journalist

Univision communications inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Life and other insurance plans

Health benefits package

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to join our News Department in Phoenix. You will generate story ideas, build contacts with community leaders and officials, and report and edit stories from start to finish.

You must work independently in the field, shoot video, write, and post to our websites and social channels. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with newsroom experience and knowledge of iNews and video editing tools, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or television broadcasting.
• 1 year newsroom experience.
• Bilingual Spanish and English, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of iNews and video editing tools (Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut).
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Generate story ideas and maintain contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities.
• Shoot video, write, edit your own stories, and produce reports from start to finish.
• Post video, pictures, and stories to the website and social channels under direction.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish/English

Newsroom experience

Flexible schedule

Independent field reporting

Camera operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iNews

Avid

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Field cameras

Video editing

Job description

Job Overview

The News Department at TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join our team. The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment of serving our local community.

Responsibilities

ABOUT YOU: You will be responsible for generating story ideas, making and maintaining contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. You will present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner and 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 Univision media platforms. You will report to the News Director.

YOUR DAY‑DAY: Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily and establish live shots as needed. Post video, pictures and stories to the website, Facebook, and other social media outlets under the direction of our Digital Content Producers. 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.

Qualifications

• Preferred: a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or television broadcasting.
• Required: 1-year newsroom experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Excellent command of Spanish and English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to use newsroom computer systems and applications (hardware/software).
• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut), 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.

Benefits

• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness and employee support programs
• 401K
• Life and other insurance plans
• Comprehensive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options

Equal Opportunity Employer

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to ensuring a diverse workforce by providing broad outreach to all qualified applicants regarding job vacancies at the station. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.