Anchor & Multimedia Journalist

ABOUT YOU

The Anchor/MMJ will research, enterprise, develop, write, shoot and edit stories on deadline for recorded or live newscasts. MMJ will be responsible for reporting, and at times anchoring, for Sunday 5pm/10pm newscast as well as any other assigned newscast as needed. MMJ contributes to special features and stories as well as participates in coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news, and specials.

You will be responsible for generating story ideas, as well as making and maintaining contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. You will present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner; as well as present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas. You are a team player with solid news judgment and must be a “one-person band” to complete a story from beginning to end.

You must be able to work independently with the camera, write, edit your own story, and interact with the viewers through all the Univision media platforms. You will report to VP of News.

Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot videos, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily and establish Live shots as needed. Post videos, pictures and stories to websites, Facebook, and other social media outlets or streaming platforms. Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across our coverage area. Establish and maintain news contacts in the community. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community k independently while out in the field and under various weather elements.

As an anchor participate in editorial meetings and editorial decisions. Write and edit stories written for the newscast.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred (i.e., multimedia, journalism, television broadcasting). 2-year newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal. Previous experience as an anchor highly preferred. Applicants must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (both hardware/software). Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Adobe Premiere and Adobe creative cloud preferred), and file sharing systems preferred.

High ethical and journalistic standards. Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Ability to sit, stand and walk for up to (8) hours without restrictions. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for extended periods of time.

* This position will require the employee to be a member or join SAG-AFTRA. Base pay Range: $82,000 - $87,500

Televisa Univision 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.

Televisa Univision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.

Televisa Univision is the world’s leading Spanish-language media company. Powered by the largest library of owned Spanish-language content and a prolific production capability, Televisa Univision is the top producer of original content in Spanish across news, sports and entertainment…