Multimedia Journalist

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Telemundo Sacramento is currently looking for an individual with a comprehensive understanding of television news production, with an outstanding writing and verbal communications skills. Individual must also have knowledge of the various editing systems, and camera operation.
• 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.
• Deliver news reports demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance, and voice quality.
• Presents completed stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced.
• Responsibilities also include keeping up to date on current events and news in our state.
• Must be able to work independently using a video camera for news gathering.
• Will report Live during newscasts and breaking news as needed, either in studio or out in the field.
• Works directly with News Producers on story ideas and development.
• Will coordinate, organize, conduct and video-record interviews.
• Will develop on-going ''sweeps'' and ''special series'' stories.
• Represents Telemundo in community related events.
• Builds relationships with community and contacts for developing story leads.
• Journalist will be expected to participate in community events and station activities from time to time as master of ceremonies and/or Host as requested by the station.
• Participation in station special events is required.
• Establish a community presence outside of the newscasts.
• Representing channel in a professional manner
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company equipment.

Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience as reporter working in Spanish market broadcast television
• Be informed on news events locally and nationally.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Establish sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining strong list of story ideas.
• 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 (English/Spanish) as well as strong verbal skills.
• A high level of skill and mastery of the Spanish language is essential.
• Candidate must work effectively with other in a team-oriented environment.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to considered at nbcunicareers.com
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a working journalist
• BS/BA in journalism/ Communications
• Must be completely fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write).
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 news environment in addition to standard hours.
• Must be willing to work in Stockton/Modesto area.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• The position requires driving and a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights and weekends) and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary.

Desired Characteristics:
• News judgment with solid ethical decision process.
• Highly competitive nature.
• Ability to perform under tight time deadlines.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking
• Creative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas.
• Strong writing skills with ability to connect on an emotional level.
• Be informed on news events locally and nationally
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly n various types of on-air situations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required both written and verbal
• A high level of skill and mastery of the Spanish language is essential.
• Candidate must work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide 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.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9mk24-3-149-228-234-42 in your application.