Job Description

Telemundo 48 Bay Area is looking for a dynamic and strategic newsroom leader to oversee editorial operations across broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is a passionate storyteller with sharp editorial judgment, fluency in Spanish, and a good understanding of the Hispanic community in the San Francisco Bay Area. This individual must be a collaborative and inspiring leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can drive innovation while maintaining journalistic integrity. The role includes managing daily newsgathering, as well as long-term and enterprise planning, to deliver impactful, audience-driven journalism across all platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the editorial vision and execution of daily news and digital content, ensuring compelling, accurate, and audience-first storytelling.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of accountability and upholding the highest journalistic standards. ****
• Direct newsroom operations during major breaking news events for seamless, high-impact coverage across all platforms.
• Oversee live broadcast and streaming news productions, integrating breaking news, enterprise reporting, and innovative elements.
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team, including anchors, reporters, producers, photographers, and the assignment desk, while fostering a creative and accountable culture.
• Drive development of segments and special projects across linear, digital, and social media platforms.
• Use analytics and audience insights to inform editorial decisions and optimize performance.
• Champion digital-first thinking, encourage experimentation with formats, platforms, and storytelling techniques to reach and engage diverse audiences.

JOB DUTIES:

• Supervise editorial workflow and content quality, including newsgathering.

• Coordinate coverage with the Assignment Desk to ensure coverage of stories in the greater Bay Area.

• Approve rundowns and oversee execution of afternoon and evening newscasts.

• Lead coverage of major stories and special events (e.g., elections, Olympics, World Cup).

• Guide reporters on story development, follow-ups, and exclusive angles.

• Review and approve reporter content for brand alignment, editorial standards, and language accuracy.

• Ensure timely delivery of production elements.

• Shape daily story lineups and develop future segments and interviews.

• Collaborate with VP of News, News Director, and Assistant News Director on breaking news coverage.

• Coordinate with NBC Bay Area (KNTV) to maximize duopoly resources.

• Ensure compliance with NBC News policies and standards.

• Support the station’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program.

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in newsgathering, news production and/or news operations
• Demonstrated excellence in journalistic judgment, with the ability to write and edit compelling broadcast and digital copy.
• A creative and solutions-oriented approach to storytelling and newsroom management.
• Proven ability to make strategic decisions under tight deadlines and in high pressure situations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of motivating and guiding diverse teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with a proactive mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural newsroom environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field.
• Fluent in Spanish

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in San Jose, CA
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum 3 years of management and leadership experience in functions and personnel
• Exceptional editorial, storytelling, and copy-editing skills
• Ability to recognize and meet the varying demands of each content platform and their deadlines
• Open to new and creative ways of acquiring content by being an innovative thinker
• Firm understanding of digital media and support technologies
• Ability to effectively motivate and coach team members
• Working knowledge of the Bay Area market
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment to shift priorities quickly among multiple projects and do what is necessary to execute on short notice
• Working experience in a television newsroom and within a large media company
• Adept at social media and its applications for news content and with newsroom environment

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting theBenefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $95,000 - $140,000 (bonus eligible)

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.

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, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.