Job Description

Telemundo Fresno is seeking a highly qualified individual with a strong background in television news production reporting. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional writing and verbal communication skills, in both English and Spanish, along with a solid understanding of editing systems and camera operations. This individual will be responsible for pitching, shooting, writing, and editing original news stories, gathering information for news stories using beat sources, contacts and leads.

• Coordinate, organize, conduct and video-record interviews in Spanish and English.
• Deliver news reports demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance, and voice quality.
• Produce complete stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced in both Spanish and English.
• Keep up to date on current events and local news.
• Work independently using a video camera for news gathering.
• Report Live during newscasts and breaking news as needed, out in the field in both Spanish and English.
• Work directly with News Director, Executive Producer and News Producers on story ideas and development.
• Post videos, pictures and stories to websites, Facebook, and other social media outlets under the direction of our Digital content producers.
• Develop on-going “sweeps” and “special series” stories.
• Build relationships with the community and contacts for developing story leads.
• 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.
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company equipment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as reporter working in Spanish or English market broadcast television.
• Be informed of 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 a 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.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• 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).
• 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 the Fresno area.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• The position requires driving and a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights, weekends and holidays) and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary

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 the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $68,640 - $85,000

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.