Producer

univision; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision Local Media Houston is seeking a dynamic Morning News Producer. Lead the direction of newscasts, originate story ideas, write and produce content for air, and coordinate with reporters, photographers, and editors to deliver compelling coverage.

You will plan segments, manage deadlines, and steer editorial decisions in collaboration with management to meet our content strategy while maintaining high ethical journalistic standards. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS preferred in Journalism/Mass Communications or equivalent experience.
• Ability to multitask and manage time to assemble an engaging, informative newscast.
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts.
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving are a must.
• Candidates must have strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player with solid show/news content judgment.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• At least two years newsroom experience as a producer and/or assignment editor in medium to large markets.
• Must be highly proficient in English and Spanish.
• Must possess high ethical and journalistic standards.
• Must be social media proficient and know how to use trending platforms.
• Must be PC proficient - Word, Excel and Outlook, I-News software packages.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Newsroom systems and non-linear editing experience.
• Possess solid news judgment and be a compelling writer.
• Requires knowledge of the Hispanic community and traditions.
• Detail oriented with ability to juggle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, structure, write, and edit newscasts or other news programming.
• Collaborate with reporters to conceptualize and approve content per station policies.
• Coordinate with assignment editors and newsroom managers to assign stories and monitor coverage.
• Produce and edit editorial content for digital platforms as needed.
• Field produce coverage as directed by News Management.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Newsroom experience

Editorial judgment

Strong communication

Education

BA/BS Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

I-News

PC proficiency (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

TelevisaUnivision is the most trusted brand by Hispanic America. We reach and engage with the fastest growing segment of the population via our multi-media platforms. Here is your opportunity to lead a passionate and dedicated news team.

TelevisaUnivision Local Media Houston seeks a dynamic and innovative full-time Morning News Producer. In this role, you must be able to originate and develop story ideas and concepts. Research, write, and produce stories for air. Responsible for story placement, teases, graphics, writing, timing and all other editorial and production elements. Work with reporters, photographers, assignments desk, technical directors and editors in production of content. Contribute story ideas and participate actively in coverage decisions of special news programs and breaking news. Field produce coverage and perform other duties as needed and directed by News Management. You will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate stories and coverage in line with our editorial content strategy.

ABOUT YOU:

You are an enthusiastic self-starter who loves working with data, is detail oriented, and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment. You have some experience producing broadcast news.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

Regular Weekly or ongoing duties include plan, structure, write, and edit newscasts, or other news programming or material including but not limited to multi media properties.

• Work with reporters to conceptualize, coordinate and approve news content to conform to station policies, practices and procedures.
• Work with Assignment Editors and newsroom managers to assign stories and monitor story coverage.
• Produce and edit editorial content on digital platforms as needed.
• undefined YOU HAVE:

• BA/BS preferred in Journalism/Mass Communications or equivalent experience
• The ability to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problems solving abilities are a must
• Candidates must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be a team player with solid show/news content judgment
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• At least two years newsroom experience as a producer and/or assignment editor work in medium to large markets and proven ability to showcase a newscast
• Must be highly proficient both in English and Spanish
• Must possess high ethical and journalistic standards
• Must be social media proficient and know how to use trending platforms
• Must be PC proficient - Word, Excel and Outlook, I-News software packages
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Newsroom systems, phones, fax, scanner, teleprompter, wire services, news feeds, and non-linear editing experience
• Possess solid news judgment and be a compelling and accurate writer
• Requires knowledge of the Hispanic community and traditions
• Detail oriented with ability to work with tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to take feedback/criticism and improve upon skills
• Must be willing to work from office in office in Houston, Tx

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.