News Producer, Telemundo Houston

NBCUniversal • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is seeking a News Producer for Telemundo Houston. This role involves producing, organizing, and coordinating all elements for a fast-paced newscast in Houston, which is the #4 Spanish DMA and #8 General Market. The producer will work closely with various newsroom staff and adhere to the station's news philosophy focusing on Breaking News, Breaking Weather, and Responde (Consumer investigative). The position requires the ability to write, edit, produce, and gather content under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and credibility. The producer must be adaptable to breaking news situations, able to change the rundown accordingly, contribute daily story ideas, create graphics, assign and edit news copy, and produce other newscasts and specials for both linear and multiplatform services. Flexibility with schedule changes due to news needs and the ability to work long hours when required are essential.

Requirements

• A Degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience writing in a broadcast or cable news environment.
• Spanish language proficiency (reading and writing).
• Able to work a Flexible Schedule and shifts, weekend and holidays.
• Must be willing to work at the station in Houston, Texas #4 Spanish DMA.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and excellent driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Recognize what viewers want to see on multiple platforms.
• Has a great understating of all social platforms.
• Ability to direct the news crew in a "producer-driven" environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure.
• A producer who is creative, who can showcase content in new & inventive ways.
• A strong sense of urgency for breaking news.
• Great communicator on copy and with MMJ’s.
• Familiarity with local leaders a plus.
• Up to date on and interested in current news events.
• Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Team player who is flexible and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce, organize and coordinate all elements involved in creating and producing a fast-paced newscast in Houston #4 Spanish DMA/# 8 General Market.
• Work closely with the Managing Editor, Executive Producer, Assignment Editors, Reporters and Anchors.
• Follow stations news philosophy of Breaking News, Breaking Weather, and Responde (Consumer investigative).
• Ability to write, edit, produce and gather content under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy or credibility.
• React to breaking news, change rundown, accordingly, contribute story ideas daily, create graphics, assign & edit news-copy, produce other newscasts & news specials as needed for linear and Telemundo’s multiplatform services.
• Flexibility when it comes to schedule changes due to news needs.
• Ability to work long hours if required in a news environment.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level