News Producer, Telemundo Houston

NBCUniversal • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company. We create and distribute world-class content across film, television, and streaming, and bring it to life through theme parks, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate prominent entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock. Our studios produce premier filmed entertainment and programming, and we operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences globally. NBCUniversal is committed to improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work, fostering an inclusive culture, and attracting a talented workforce to create diverse content reflecting our world.

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.
• Be able to 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.
• Right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree