Anchor & Producer - News

Univision • Altamonte Springs, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TelevisaUnivision has an immediate opening for a full-time Anchor & News Producer. This position will be responsible for anchoring and producing the station’s newscasts and field reporting, as required by the operation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to daily newsgathering, and reporting as well as appearances at community and station events in a fast-paced, extremely competitive market.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Written and oral communication skills required.
• Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technology.
• Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily.
• College degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, Radio-TV-Film, or equivalent experience
• Broadcast news experience as reporter or photographer/editor
• Prior experience in Spanish language broadcasting
• Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment.
• Must be able to multi-task, work well under extreme pressure, and communicate effectively.
• Must be willing to work from office Altamonte Springs Orlando.
• Employment/education will be verified.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to lift and carry broadcast video equipment (approximately 45 pounds), and have manual dexterity in use of keyboard, video editing equipment (linear and non-linear) video machines, server-based video editing and playback systems and broadcast equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Must be a strong and fast writer and have solid news judgment as a Producer.

Responsibilities

• Write and proofread copy for accuracy prior to going on air.
• Research, investigate, interview, write, produce, and report daily news packages, special news series or weather-related stories on tape and/or live from the field assignments.
• Research, investigate, interview, write, produce, and present news or weather-related reports for station’s social media pages, other company broadcasts, websites and printed publications as assigned.
• Establish a good working relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.
• Attend and participate in off-site company-sponsored and community events as assigned by station management.
• Editor/Producer will research and produce daily story ideas for air.
• Assign and provide necessary information to crews.
• Monitor for any potential breaking news
• Coordinate interviews and plan for future coverage and prioritized events.
• Maintain constant and clear communication with other producers, field crews and or agencies, while obtaining and confirming information.
• Capture video feeds from the field and assist editors with any troubleshooting needs.
• Work with reporters to conceptualize, coordinate and approve story packages to conform to station policies, practices and procedures.
• Work with other Assignment Editors and newsroom managers to assign stories and monitor story coverage.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness and employee support programs
• 401K
• life and other insurance plans
• comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED