Job Description

NBC 6 and Telemundo 51 are looking for a bilingual multiplatform journalist to join the digital video team. This role will contribute to the creation of video content for all platforms including the website and app, social media accounts, streaming channels like Roku and OTT. The role requires filming and editing experience, as well as the ability to speak and write in both English and Spanish fluently. Knowledge of linear TV production and systems as well as experience as a reporter are a plus.

_Job Tasks _

• Create daily digital video news products using a variety of sources for multiplatform distribution – Website, App, Social Media, Fast channel, OTT and linear
• Shoot and edit crafted digital video exploring a wide variety of formats: explainers, first person testimonies, short documentaries
• Monitor a variety of video sources to identify content that would appeal to our audience
• Support reporters with the creation of original digital videos and social media projects
• Work with reporters and talent for Social Media content and original digital video
• Contribute to the creation of video series for OTT, FAST and all platforms
• Stay on the cutting-edge of digital multimedia trends and innovation.
• Curate national content to our sites from a variety of wire and content partner sources
• Translate content between English and Spanish when needed.
• Contribute to enterprise projects that support local news coverage.
• Coordinate and monitor the streaming of live events and newscasts on our platforms.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of multimedia experience at a major news organization or blog that creates content under tight deadlines.
• Experience working with an online publishing tool or content management system
• Must be able to write on deadline with speed and accuracy using AP Style
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere or other professional desktop editing programs.
• Experience with writing and/or editing and/or producing and/or hosting daily video products.
• A track record of creative video storytelling across multiple web platforms and an understanding of what works best on different spaces.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional communication skills.
• Experience writing scripts, captions and text for video graphics.
• Excellent news instincts with the ability to react decisively to breaking news.
• Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive news environment.
• Experience in editing video for web, social media platforms & TV.
• Basic proficiency with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Audition or comparable creative tools a plus.
• Experience with videography and conducting field shoots a plus.
• Experience with SocialFlow, Word Press and WildMoka a plus.
• Team player mentality.
• Mentoring, training and collaborative abilities essential.

Requirements:

• Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work non-traditional hours to potentially include weekends and holidays with short notice.
• Must be willing to work in Miramar, FL.
• Must be 18 years or greater.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

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 information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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