Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo T51 Miami

Nbcuniversal3; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal Local's Spanish-language station in South Florida is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to produce and deliver stories across TV, social, and streaming platforms. The ideal candidate will be bilingual, bring a fresh approach to storytelling, and be comfortable shooting and editing as needed.

The role requires at least 5 years in news gathering/production, a Bachelor’s in Journalism or Communications, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends, at the

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Spanish-language storytelling, on-air presentation and live reporting.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in newsgathering and/or news production.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications or related field.
• Must submit resume online and link to recent work.
• Flexible schedule including overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must be willing to work at the station's Miramar location.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.
• Must be 18 years or older and have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
• Must be willing to work in high-risk emergency situations including hurricanes.

Responsibilities

• Produce content for TV, social media and streaming across platforms.
• Identify and pitch angles on big daily news stories.
• Shoot and edit video when necessary.
• Deliver live and recorded news events authentically and engagingly.
• Build contacts and sources within the community.
• Ensure coverage aligns with NBC News standards.
• Think visually with high-quality production techniques.
• Create and post digital/social content of daily stories.
• Use social media to engage viewers.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Live reporting

News gathering

Video shooting

Video editing

Story pitches

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications

Job description

WSCV/T51, NBCUniversal Local's Spanish language television station in South Florida, is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who wants to work in a fast-paced news market producing content that works on multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate has broadcasting experience in Spanish and is comfortable working in English as part of our duopoly newsroom. We want someone who will bring a fresh take to storytelling and an authentic delivery on TV, social media and streaming. A strong journalist who will seek out characters to make storytelling unique and relatable, who can be a strong community member in and out of the newsroom. This person is someone who can shoot and edit videos when necessary. Identify and pitch angles on big daily news stories and follow developments when appropriate. Willingness and ability to shoot and edit video. Ensure stories are told in a compelling way with context. Build relevant contacts and sources within the community. Deliver live and recorded news events/stories authentically, accurately and in a compelling and engaging manner. Ensure news gathering and storytelling techniques are in line with NBC News legal/standards guidelines. Think visually using creative and high-quality production techniques including a variety of video angles, graphics, viewer photos/videos and virtual interviews. Create and post digital/social content of daily stories. Use social media to engage viewers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Spanish-language storytelling, on-air presentation, and live reporting abilities.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in newsgathering and/or news production.
• B.A. degree or equivalent in areas such as Journalism & Communications, or related field.
• Must submit a resume/CV online as well as a link to recent work.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule which could include overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must be willing to work at the station's Miramar location.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and submit to a background investigation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to work in high-risk emergency situations including hurricanes.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong journalistic and communication skills.
• Excellent writing, storytelling and live reporting skills with the ability to juggle multiple daily and short-term projects.
• Ability to speak, read and understand English.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• Possess strong, detail-orientated research and writing skills.
• Have a creative approach to produce content for our various digital platforms.
• Strong, working knowledge of how to use social media to strengthen the brand, interact with viewers and share content.
• Collaborative team player with a good attitude who focuses on finding solutions.
• Understanding and demonstration of editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including a current knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and prioritize workflow.
• Familiarity with emerging news production techniques and technology, with a pioneering spirit with desire to learn emerging technologies.

Additional Requirements:

• Required onsite . This position is required to be performed full time onsite from an NBCUniversal designated work site.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].