Job Description

The Al Rojo Vivo Reporter will be responsible for presenting story ideas from the region that are of interest to Hispanics.

Job Duties:

• Report (research, write, produce, present) fair and accurate stories as assigned daily to air in Al Rojo Vivo and if needed news segments in Un Nuevo Dia or Noticias Telemundo.
• Gather and verify news information and preparing for presentation on air, on line and for mobile.
• Actively participate in daily editorial meetings with story pitches of interest to our viewers.
• Develop and maintain contacts with community, political leaders and activists, key figures, Publicists, Managers, and Record Companies.
• Develop enterprise and exclusive content.
• Collaborate with producers, managers and photographers to conceptualize, write and produce entertainment stories, specials, and packages.
• Generate a wide variety of story ideas, research and set up the content and interviews.
• Gather and verify information through interviews, observation and research.
• Communicate with news producers, assignment editors and managers regarding story development, progress in the field and/or breaking news stories.
• Incorporate social media into the reporting routine.
• Stay informed regarding current events on a national, international and regional level.
• Participate in network-sponsored events and all assigned special promotions projects, concerts etc.
• Works under the direct supervision of the Director, North Eastern Region and the Production & Editorial Director for Al Rojo Vivo and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor(s).

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a television reporter.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) required both written and verbal.
• Proven experience presenting stories on air in a professional manner during pre-packaged reports and live interviews.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news environment.
• A basic understanding of desktop computers, iNews and learn systems as implemented.

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment.
• Effective self-starter with the proven ability to generate and produce news stories and enterprise stories.
• Strong understanding of editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including a current knowledge of laws of libel and slander.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment.
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story desired.
• Creative and highly organized.
• Detail oriented.
• Knowledge of non-linear editing and shooting workflow.
• Experience being actively engaged in editorial processes and meetings.

Additional Requirements:

• 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: $120,000.00 - $128,750.00
• Willingness to travel with short notice and on weekends.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Additional Information

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