Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo Sacramento

NBCUniversal • Sacramento, CA

11d • $70,304 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Telemundo Sacramento is seeking a highly qualified individual with a strong background in television news production. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and verbal communication skills in Spanish, along with a solid understanding of editing systems and camera operations. This individual will be responsible for shooting, writing, creating, and editing original news stories; gather information for news stories using beat sources, contacts and leads.

Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Spanish both English/Spanish preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a working journalist.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as reporter working in Spanish market broadcast television.
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume.
• BS/BA in journalism/ Communications, related field or equivalent experience.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered at nbcunicareers.com
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 news environment in addition to standard hours.
• Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights, weekends and holidays) and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary.
• Must be willing to work in the Sacramento area.
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly in various types of on-air situations.
• Must work well under pressure with an ability to meet deadlines.
• Must have excellent writing skills (Spanish) as well as strong verbal skills.
• A high level of skill and mastery of the Spanish language is essential.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, conduct, and video-record interviews.
• Deliver news reports demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance, and voice quality.
• Present complete stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced.
• Keep up to date on current events and local news.
• Work independently using a video camera for news gathering.
• Report Live during newscasts and breaking news as needed, either in studio or out in the field.
• Works directly with News Director, Executive Producer and News Producers on story ideas and development.
• Post video, pictures and stories to website, Facebook, and other social media outlets under the direction of our Digital content producers.
• Develop on-going “sweeps” and “special series” stories.
• Build relationships with the community and contacts for developing story leads.
• Participate in community events and station activities from time to time as master of ceremonies and/or Host as requested by the station.
• Participate in station special events
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Establish sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining a strong list of story ideas.
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company equipment.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees