News Producer

TelevisaUnivision • Altamonte Springs, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

TelevisaUnivision Orlando has an immediate opening for a full-time Producer. This position will be responsible for news producing the station’s newscasts and other assignments, as required by the operation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to daily newsgathering, building the news rundown and line producing in the control room.

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 rundowns and technology.
• Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily.
• 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

• College degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, Radio-TV-Film, or equivalent experience
• Broadcast news experience as news producer or reporter.
• Prior experience in Spanish language broadcasting
• Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Write and proofread copy for accuracy prior to going on air.
• Research, investigate, interview, write, produce, and line news produce in the control room.
• Present news or weather-related reports for station’s social media pages, other company broadcasts, websites and printed publications as assigned.
• Monitor for any potential breaking news and coordinate interviews and plan for future coverage and prioritized events.
• Maintain constant and clear communication with anchors, field crews and or agencies, while obtaining and confirming information.
• Work with reporters to conceptualize, coordinate and approve story packages to conform to station policies, practices, and procedures.
• Work flexible hours, including holidays, weekends, and evenings.

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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees