Morning Producer, Telemundo 51

Company Description

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Telemundo 51 / WSCV is Telemundo’s local television station serving the Spanish-speaking viewers in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area, the third largest Hispanic market in the country. Owned by NBCUniversal, Telemundo 51 has been delivering local news, information and entertainment to viewers throughout South Florida for more than 30 years. Telemundo 51 is the preferred station for local news in a diverse market that is made up of more than two million Spanish-speaking people whose backgrounds represent more than 20 nationalities. Telemundo 51 is committed to covering issues important to the community as well as partnering with and supporting local organizations that are making a difference in the areas of education, health, civic engagement and the environment. Telemundo 51 also delivers local news and information across all platforms, including online at Telemundo51.com, the Telemundo 51 mobile app and on social media.

Job Description

Producer’s primary responsibilities are to produce, organize and coordinate all elements involved in creating and producing a fast-paced newscast in Miramar, FL. This individual will work closely with the Executive Producer, Assignment Editors, Reporters and Anchors. Producer will follow stations news philosophy of Breaking News, Breaking Weather, and Responde (Consumer investigative) and local politics. Ability to write, copy, edit video, produce and gather content under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy or credibility. You must be willing to react to breaking news, change your rundown accordingly, contribute story ideas daily, create graphics, assign & edit news-copy, produce other newscasts & specials as needed. Must be willing to work long hours during breaking news if required and produce for multiplatform newscasts.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience producing in a broadcast or cable news environment.
• Spanish language proficiency (reading and writing).
• Must possess strong Spanish news writing skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and shifts including evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to work in Miramar, FL.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms, including broadcast, web, streaming channels and mobile.
• Experience as a producer in a major market for television, web based news service or mid-sized market.
• Experience utilizing social media as a news gathering/reporting tool.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to direct the news crew in a "producer-driven” environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure
• 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
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• High degree of integrity and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills

Additional Information

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 informa