Producer

Univision•Miami, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

TelevisaUnivision’s Local News Department is seeking a dynamic, creative News Producer to own its Sunday Morning Political show. The producer will lead the show’s editorial direction and weekly production cycle, delivering in-depth analysis of significant political developments through accurate, balanced coverage and strong storytelling. The role involves researching and developing compelling political segments, coordinating guests and production elements, directing live broadcasts, and shaping the program’s editorial voice and visual style. The producer will also adapt content for broadcast, web, and social media to expand audience reach and engagement, build relationships with political and community experts, and oversee editorial decisions during post-production. The position includes providing backup line-producer support for other newscasts as needed. Candidates should have strong Spanish-language skills, news judgment, organizational ability, and knowledge of television production and current events. Flexibility to work various shifts, including holidays, weekends, and evenings, is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
At least 1–3 years of experience producing live news in a medium-to-large television market.
Excellent, grammatically accurate written and verbal Spanish-language skills.
Bilingual.
Experience engaging with a digital audience, storytelling, and using social media and digital platforms.
Ample knowledge of television production, news-gathering equipment, and computer systems.
Ample knowledge of current events, especially local and regional movers and shakers.
High motivation and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage breaking-news situations, meet strict deadlines, and respond quickly to changes.
Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including holidays, weekends, and evenings.

Nice To Haves

Experience producing talk shows, interviews or panel shows, and news magazines.

Responsibilities

Produce a weekly political affairs program focused on in-depth analysis of the week’s significant political developments.
Research and develop timely segment ideas on local, national, and international political issues.
Work with on-air talent to coordinate bookings of high-profile guests and expert commentators for in-studio and remote interviews.
Lead the show’s planning and editorial direction throughout its weekly production cycle, ensuring thorough research, strong storytelling, and accurate, balanced coverage.
Plan and execute the show’s multi-platform presence, adapting content for broadcast, web, and social media to increase audience reach and engagement.
Coordinate live shots, Zoom interviews, and pre-recorded packages with directors, field reporters, and technical crews.
Maintain relationships with political leaders, analysts, and community experts on topics including immigration, elections, healthcare, policy, and international affairs.
Direct the live broadcast from the control room, managing pacing, transitions, and live elements.
Shape the program’s editorial voice and visual style in alignment with its brand identity and the political news cycle.
Develop original, guest-driven segments and political storylines that provide depth, context, and diverse perspectives.
Use social media tools to promote the program, build audience engagement, and increase the visibility of segments and talent.
Oversee editorial decisions during post-production to ensure content aligns with journalistic standards and program goals.
Provide backup line-producer support for other newscasts as needed.