Multimedia Journalist - Temp
About The Position
The News Department at TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join their team in San Jose. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating story ideas, making and maintaining contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. This role requires a "one-person band" approach to complete stories from beginning to end, including independent work with camera, writing, editing, and viewer interaction across all TelevisaUnivision media platforms. The position involves gathering information, conducting interviews, shooting video, producing, reporting, and editing assigned stories daily, as well as establishing live shots and posting content to websites and social media. The role also requires maintaining familiarity with news and events, establishing community contacts, and fostering a positive work atmosphere. The journalist will work independently in the field under various weather conditions.
Requirements
- 1-year newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal
- Applicant must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (both hardware/software)
- High ethical and journalistic standards
- Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- A valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Must be a member or join SAG-AFTRA
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of iNews, video editing (such as Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut), and file sharing systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Generate story ideas
- Make and maintain contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities
- Present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner
- Present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas
- Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily
- Establish Live shots as needed
- Post video, pictures and stories to website, Facebook, and other social media outlets
- Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events
- Establish and maintain news contacts in the community
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large
- Work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements
Benefits
- Compensation for this position is determined in accordance with the applicable Union rates and collective bargaining agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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