Job Description

TELEMUNDO UTAH is seeking a Multimedia Journalist, responsible for presenting stories ideas, coordinate the elements for their story, shooting, writing, editing news stories and on-air delivery of daily newscasts. Another aspect of the role is to produce their stories in all our platforms, from web, social media, and OTT.

They will work closely with producers and assignment desk to ensure stories are accurately written and presented on all platforms.

This MMJ will join a dynamic an award-winning team of storytellers on our hyperlocal newscasts.

Responsibilities

• Pitches stories that are relevant to our local communities.
• Responsible for gathering information on newsworthy events.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Gather information on newsworthy events and write, produce and present fair, accurate and unbiased news stories as assigned.
• Gather news information and prepare for presentation in the newscast and all multiplatform.
• Be responsible for providing on-air news including both in studio and frequent field shoots.
• Create, report, and help produce news specials and packages, based on either breaking news or on pre-planned stories that were promoted ahead of time.
• Create content for KULX non-linear platforms.
• Assist producer in establishing sources, finding, and executing enterprise news investigations, building, and maintaining strong list of story ideas on a year-round basis, both long-term deeper digging stories and quicker turns, document acquisition and paper trails.
• Make phone calls to set up interviews. These calls may happen outside of regular working hours.
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shifts and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice.
• Write stories headlines and news updates for television, online and digital platforms.
• Manage project deadlines and deliverables.
• Respond quickly to breaking news and take direction from, and interact with, the assignment desk, producers, MMJs, anchors, and production control room personnel.
• Will operate video camera and recording equipment, live U or Dejero and edit on Edius Pro editing systems.
• Maintain equipment including cameras, lighting gear and news vehicles.
• Large community involvement, making a reasonable number of appearances tied into the viewer community.
• Must abide by the NBC – Telemundo News Standards and Guidelines.
• Actively involved sharing news content in web and social media platforms.
• Follow NBC – Telemundo Social Media Policies and Standards.

Qualifications

** Eligibility Requirements**

• External applicants must submit a resume/CV and Demo Reel through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• BS/BA in Journalism, Communications or Broadcast Journalism.
• Minimum 1 year of experience shooting with HD Cam.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with film or video lighting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a reporter in a top 50 market.
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.
• Working knowledge of I-news, Stratus, Avid, Edius, Premier or Final Cut Pro.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the internet.
• Must have strong Spanish language skills (verbal & written).
• Must have strong English language skills (verbal & written).
• Excellent communication skills in a high-pressure news environment.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be willing to work in Salt Lake City, Utah
• Must have a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• External applicants must submit a Demo Reel and resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.

** Desired Characteristics**

• News judgment with solid ethical decision process.
• Highly competitive nature.
• Ability to perform and adapt under tight time deadlines.
• Able to respond quickly and accurately to breaking news.
• Able to “ad-lib” effortlessly in various types of situations.
• Creative with unique story ideas for development.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.

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.