Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
TelevisaUnivision is seeking a Full Time Multimedia Journalist/News Anchor with excellent camera presence to uphold professional journalistic standards and ethics. The candidate must be also a multimedia journalist who is highly skilled, self-starter who can also produce, shoot and edit stories under deadline pressure while assignments working on the field. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, working well during breaking news and special news events on location is required as well as making personal appearances on behalf of WVEA.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
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Reporting, shooting, and editing video news stories and producing content for use in multiple outlets.
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The right candidate must know social media, do walk-and-talk live shots and be able to grab viewers with sights and sounds.
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Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot videos, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily.
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Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.
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Other duties as deemed necessary.
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Write and proofread copy for accuracy prior to going on air.
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Research, investigate, interview, write, produce, and report daily news packages, special news series or weather-related stories on tape and/or live from the field assignments.
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Research, investigate, interview, write, produce, and present news or weather-related reports for station’s social media pages, other company broadcasts, websites and printed publications as assigned.
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Establish a good working relationship with newscast producers and co-anchors to ensure a well-paced, accurate and informative broadcast.
YOU HAVE:
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High school diploma required.
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Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Written and oral communication skills required.
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Minimum 3 years Market TV experience; Prefer 5 years anchoring and reporting experience.
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Must have working knowledge of television news photography and technology.
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Must have and maintain a good driving record and a valid driver’s license, along with the ability to drive daily.
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College degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, Radio-TV-Film, or equivalent experience
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Broadcast news experience as reporter or photographer/editor
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Prior experience in Spanish language broadcasting
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Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing equipment.
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Must be able to multi-task, work well under extreme pressure, and communicate effectively.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
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Must be willing to work from office in Tampa Bay, FL
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Employment/education will be verified.
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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Work flexible hours, including holidays, weekends, and evenings.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Must be able to lift and carry broadcast video equipment (approximately 50 pounds)
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Must be able to drive a vehicle, bend, and set-up equipment for remotes to allow transmission of video, audio, pictures or live from-the-scene reports back to the station.
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Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
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Must possess vision and hearing acuity, clear and audible speech.
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Manual dexterity in use of keyboard, videotape machines, cameras, and broadcast equipment
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Must be able to work in outdoor and inclement weather conditions.
OUR BENEFITS:
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
Univision requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.
Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.