Producer

TelevisaUnivision, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Life insurance

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision Local Media Houston seeks a dynamic and innovative full-time Morning News Producer to originate and develop story ideas, research, write, and produce stories for air. You will shape the content and flow of newscasts, collaborating with reporters, photographers, assignment editors, and editors to deliver compelling coverage in line with our editorial strategy.

The role requires strong writing, time management, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and

Qualifications

• BA/BS preferred in Journalism/Mass Communications or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to multitask and manage time to produce an engaging newscast.
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts.
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; must be a team player.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish; in-office Houston-based role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, structure, write, and edit newscasts or other news programming.
• Coordinate with reporters to conceptualize and approve content per station policies.
• Assign stories with editors and monitor coverage.
• Produce and edit content for digital platforms as needed.
• Field produce coverage and contribute to coverage decisions.

Skills

Story development

Editorial judgment

Strong writing

Time management

Team player

Bilingual English/Spanish

Deadline driven

Education

BA/BS in Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

I-News

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.

About The Role & 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.
• undefinedYOU 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 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.