Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo

This is a Full Time Job

Telemundo Sacramento is currently looking for an individual with a comprehensive understanding of television news production, with an outstanding writing and verbal communications skills. Individual must also have knowledge of the various editing systems, and camera operation.
• This individual will be responsible for shooting, writing, creating, and editing original news stories; gather information for news stories using beat sources, contacts and leads.
• Deliver news reports demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance, and voice quality.
• Presents completed stories that are accurate, journalistically sound, fair and balanced.
• Responsibilities also include keeping up to date on current events and news in our state.
• Must be able to work independently using a video camera for news gathering. 
• Will report Live during newscasts and breaking news as needed, either in studio or out in the field.
• Works directly with News Producers on story ideas and development.
• Will coordinate, organize, conduct and video-record interviews.
• Will develop on-going “sweeps” and “special series” stories.
• Represents Telemundo in community related events.
• Builds relationships with community and contacts for developing story leads.
• Journalist will be expected to participate in community events and station activities from time to   time as master of ceremonies and/or Host as requested by the station.
• Participation in station special events is required.
• Establish a community presence outside of the newscasts.
• Representing channel in a professional manner
• Manage general upkeep of assigned company equipment.

Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience as reporter working in Spanish market broadcast television
• Be informed on news events locally and nationally.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Establish sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining strong list of story ideas.
• Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly in various types of on-air situations.
• Must work well under pressure with an ability to meet deadlines.
• Must have excellent writing skills (English/Spanish) as well as strong verbal skills.
• A high level of skill and mastery of the Spanish language is essential.
• Candidate must work effectively with other in a team-oriented environment.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to considered at nbcunicareers.com
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a working journalist
• BS/BA in journalism/ Communications
• Must be completely fluent in Spanish (speak, read & write).
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 news environment in addition to standard hours.
• Must be willing to work in Stockton/Modesto area.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• The position requires driving and a valid driver’s license.
• 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.

Desired Characteristics
• News judgment with solid ethical decision process.
• Highly competitive nature.
• Ability to perform under tight time deadlines.
• Independent problem solving & multi-tasking
• Creative with strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas.
• Strong writing skills with ability to connect on an emotional level.
• Be informed on news events locally and nationally
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories.
• Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly n various types of on-air situations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required both written and verbal
• A high level of skill and mastery of the Spanish language is essential.
• Candidate must work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment.