Multiplatform News Producer, Telemundo T40 McAllen

Job Description

NBCUniversal’s Owned Television station in the McAllen, TX area, KTLM TV, is looking for a skilled Multiplatform Producer to help take our streaming content and newscasts to a new level.

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about news, loves breaking news and has a creative vision for crafting live programs.

You’ll work closely with managers to create innovative, up-to-the-minute content that resonates with our viewers. The ideal candidate loves to collaborate, wants to help lead a team, and is ready to take on new challenges to help us continue to grow.

You’ll work closely with our streaming products and help us continue to find new ways to reach our audience no matter what platform they are on.

This is a great opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best journalists in the market!

• Produce daily newscasts, live special coverage, and other programs for streaming platforms.
• Edit video as needed.
• Clearly communicate your vision to a team of writers, anchors and field crews in order to deliver dynamic and accurate stories and segments.
• Develop an understanding of our streaming and nonlinear products and consistently contribute to them
• Work closely with directors, editors, and graphics artists to enhance the production value of your newscast.
• Contribute story ideas and take charge of daily coverage decisions for your newscast.
• Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a daily newscast producer.
• Proven track record of producing live events and newscasts.
• Intense familiarity and interest in current news events.
• Must have strong Spanish language skills (verbal & written).

Eligibility Requirements :

• Applicants must submit a resume / CV and Demo Reels through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in McAllen, TX
• Must have the ability to work any shift
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Dispute Resolution program
• Must have a valid Driver’s license with clean record

Desired :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience segment producing and / or generating content across multiple platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Displays a positive work ethic and a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to create urgent, engaging, and conversational news copy and visuals under tight deadlines
• Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Additional Information

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.

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