NBC Universal
News Producer, Telemundo Arizona (Phoenix/Tucson)_
NBC Universal, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85067
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (bcuniversal.com/diversity-equity-inclusion) initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility (bcuniversal.com/csr) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.KTAZ Telemundo in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Multiplatform News Producer who can create news that appeals to both traditional Broadcast and new media audiences. The Multiplatform News Producer will be responsible for successfully coordinating and executing a newscast, special programs, and digital content.+ Responsible for the overall production of the news of the day, special coverage, in-depth stories, and other news-related content of each newscast and online platforms+ For a successful newscast, the producer must be able to select, assign, write, and organize the flow of stories in the rundown. Write headlines, cold-opens, teases, and edit reporter lead-ins, as necessary.+ Responsible for being a key communicator in the newsroom- talking with each team member who will participate or provide content for that newscast.+ You must select stories, understand all the elements, and design a newscast to provide our audiences with the most relevant content, following the NBC/Telemundo Standards and Guidance in Journalism.+ Communicate effectively with the control room staff and crew in the field to execute live fast-pacing shows that will include live shots and Satellite Remotes during live newscasts inside the control room.+ Leadership: take responsibility for your actions, take risks for the team, and be a team player.+
Respond to breaking news promptly and accurately and have good time-management skills.+ Knowledgeable of daily news events, keeping up with current events, being aware of past news events that provide context to the story, and learning about the Latino audience in Arizona.+ Coordinate and plan future community and social story development.+ Editing skills to edit video clips.+ This position has a dual role for broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is responsible for publishing content on multiple digital platforms, including web, mobile, and online social networks.+ Work closely with producers, Executive Producer, and News Director on story/sweeps planning and coordination, assisting them in coaching our talent after their performance on-air.+ Contribute story ideas; participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings.+ Bring creativity into every aspect of the newscast and use Telemundo's arsenal of tools and equipment to provide the most current information that is geographically diverse and maximizes viewer benefits.+ Complete discrepancy reports with detail and accuracy to help prevent future problems.+ File additional reports related to the production of the newscasts.+ Understand and follow all Telemundo News standards and ethics.+ Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish and must be able to speak, read, and understand English.+ 2 to 4 years of News Producer experience.+ Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are necessary.+ Must be able to work a flexible schedule to cover other shifts and breaking news, including holidays and weekends.+ Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.+ Must be willing to work in the Phoenix area and travel as needed for special assignments.+ Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights and weekends), and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary.+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.+ Must be 18 years or older.+ Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.Additional Eligibility Requirements:+ Highly collaborative and creative attitude+ Demonstrable organizational and time management skills and working well under deadline pressure.+ Strong interest in innovative video storytelling and strategic thinking around social media+ Experience working with newsroom software, show rundowns and scripts.+ Ability to adapt to the priorities of the news industry and the vision of the local news leadership so that we can connect with the audience more effectively through the content.+ Anticipate problems, address them throughout the shift, and eliminate all factual/spelling/other errors in the show. If a problem arises, address it immediately. Follow up issues with those involved and a newsroom manager.+ Highly competitive nature.+ Ability to perform under tight time deadlines.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicantsand employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identityor expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexualorientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformedservices, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have theright to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in yourability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You canrequest reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Respond to breaking news promptly and accurately and have good time-management skills.+ Knowledgeable of daily news events, keeping up with current events, being aware of past news events that provide context to the story, and learning about the Latino audience in Arizona.+ Coordinate and plan future community and social story development.+ Editing skills to edit video clips.+ This position has a dual role for broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is responsible for publishing content on multiple digital platforms, including web, mobile, and online social networks.+ Work closely with producers, Executive Producer, and News Director on story/sweeps planning and coordination, assisting them in coaching our talent after their performance on-air.+ Contribute story ideas; participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings.+ Bring creativity into every aspect of the newscast and use Telemundo's arsenal of tools and equipment to provide the most current information that is geographically diverse and maximizes viewer benefits.+ Complete discrepancy reports with detail and accuracy to help prevent future problems.+ File additional reports related to the production of the newscasts.+ Understand and follow all Telemundo News standards and ethics.+ Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish and must be able to speak, read, and understand English.+ 2 to 4 years of News Producer experience.+ Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are necessary.+ Must be able to work a flexible schedule to cover other shifts and breaking news, including holidays and weekends.+ Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.+ Must be willing to work in the Phoenix area and travel as needed for special assignments.+ Must be willing to work long hours, varying shifts (including nights and weekends), and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when necessary.+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.+ Must be 18 years or older.+ Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.Additional Eligibility Requirements:+ Highly collaborative and creative attitude+ Demonstrable organizational and time management skills and working well under deadline pressure.+ Strong interest in innovative video storytelling and strategic thinking around social media+ Experience working with newsroom software, show rundowns and scripts.+ Ability to adapt to the priorities of the news industry and the vision of the local news leadership so that we can connect with the audience more effectively through the content.+ Anticipate problems, address them throughout the shift, and eliminate all factual/spelling/other errors in the show. If a problem arises, address it immediately. Follow up issues with those involved and a newsroom manager.+ Highly competitive nature.+ Ability to perform under tight time deadlines.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicantsand employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identityor expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexualorientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformedservices, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have theright to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in yourability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You canrequest reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.