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/BS preferred
• Minimum 5 years working experience in a studio production environment
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience required
• Must have strong working knowledge in set construction, studio lighting systems, and managing remote productions
• Must have excellent client relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of IATSE and USA union contracts and work closely with labor relations.
• Must be willing to work in New York
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, changing, team-oriented environment and possess a “hands on” management style.
• Must be able to work all hours including weekends and overnights and be available 24/7 if needed.
• Manager will be required to be onsite throughout production times
• Excellent management skills with a demonstrated track record for meeting timelines and delivering results.

Additional Information:.​​​​​

• Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• This job has a shift of 12 pm - 8 pm. Please note the schedule may vary based on business needs.
• 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: $90,000 - $135,000 (bonus eligible)

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