Anchor & Multimedia Journalist

Univision Local Media has an immediate opening for a full-time Anchor Multimedia Journalist. This position will be responsible for investigating, producing, shooting and editing, writing and presenting accurate, balanced news stories and anchoring for the station’s newscasts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: shooting, editing, daily newsgathering, and reporting as well as appearances at community and station events in a fast-paced, extremely competitive market.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

• Produce and report news stories using ENG equipment, non-linear editing equipment, and related broadcasting equipment and newsroom computer systems.
• Write and proofread copy for accuracy prior to going on air.
• Research, investigate, interview, write, produce and report daily news packages, special news series or weather-related stories on tape and/or live from the field.
• Research, investigate, interview, write, produce and present news or weather-related reports for station’s social media pages, other company broadcasts, websites and printed publications as assigned.
• Work well with P2 and XD cameras to shoot interviews
• Establish a good working-relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.
• Must be a strong and fast writer and have solid news judgment as a Producer.
• Attend and participate in off-site company-sponsored and community events as assigned by station management.
• Create, publish, and manage engaging social media content across multiple platforms to promote news coverage, increase audience engagement, and support daily newsroom initiatives.
• Work flexible hours, including holidays, weekends and evenings.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

• High school diploma required
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Written and oral communication skills required
• Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technology
• Must be able to shoot with P2 and XD Cameras, and edit under deadline pressure
• Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily

Desired Skills & Experience

• College degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, Radio-TV-Film, or equivalent experience
• Broadcast news experience as reporter or photographer/editor
• Prior experience in Spanish language broadcasting
• Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment