Job Description

WWSI Telemundo in Philadelphia seeks a news writer with exceptional writing abilities and strong communication skills to be part of the editorial team.

** Responsibilities:**

• Craft copy and write news, segments, introductions for Telemundo newscasts and all platforms.
• Translate news, press releases and general content from English to Spanish into a news format that is compelling and easy to understand.
• Work closely with content producers, digital content producers, anchors, and reporters on writing elements.
• Exercise unbiased judgment following news editorial standards, policies, and style.
• Understand newscast mission, station priorities and all the platforms including digital and streaming.
• Knowledgeable on daily news events, awareness of past news events and know what is news in the Philadelphia market.
• Desk-top editing of video and graphics for stories.
• Respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy.
• Contribute story ideas, participate in daily coverage discussions and editorial meetings.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Journalism / Communications.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years television anchor/reporter experience.
• Candidate must have excellent Spanish & English writing skills as well as very strong verbal skills.

• Candidate must be able to work as Multi Media Journalist and have excellent skills with camera and editing.
  • Ability to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations.
  • Strong live reporting skills are necessary.
  • Ability to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines.
  • The ideal candidate must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
  • Ability to participate in community, public events and/or Master of Ceremonies as requested by the station.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested and qualified candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
• Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays with short notice.
• Must be willing to work at the KBLR TV Station in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Desired Characteristics:

• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or Political Science preferred.
• General Assignment reporting skills preferred.
• Possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to present scripts with clarity and energy.
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and developing contacts.
• Proven record of contributing story ideas.
• A history of newsroom leadership.
• A history of working well with news staff.

Additional Information

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