Temp Bilingual LA Assignment Desk Writer

TelevisaUnivision, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision, Inc. is seeking a Temp Assignment Desk Writer for our Los Angeles newsroom.

The role involves generating and coordinating story ideas, gathering information from multiple sources, and guiding reporters and crews to ensure timely coverage for the local newscast and digital platforms. The candidate should thrive under pressure, be skilled at prioritizing, and communicate clearly with editors, producers, and field teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a major news market.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of newsroom systems (iNews, vizRT) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate, research, verify, plan, and develop story ideas for newscasts and other platforms.
• Gather information from broadcasts and online sources to determine coverage opportunities.
• Assign stories and coordinate crews to ensure efficient gathering of news elements.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Job description

TelevisaUnivision, Inc. is seeking a Temp Assignment Desk Writer for our Los Angeles newsroom.

The role involves generating and coordinating story ideas, gathering information from multiple sources, and guiding reporters and crews to ensure timely coverage for the local newscast and digital platforms. The candidate should thrive under pressure, be skilled at prioritizing, and communicate clearly with editors, producers, and field teams.