Journalism Assistant Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

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• Perform on-air Multimedia Journalist responsibilities for designated Telemundo Las Vegas - KBLR newscasts or program across KBLR's multiple platforms
• Contribute story ideas for key series pieces for daily news program, digital & social media platforms
• Prepare and/or assemble, and present story content in a fair, accurate and unbiased manner
• Collaborate with news producers and managers to conceptualize, produce and present Telemundo Las Vegas KBLR news specials and packages based on either breaking or pre-planned stories
• Generate story ideas, research and set up the content and interviews as well as edit packages and report new stories from field
• Develop and maintain a network of news sources providing access to exclusive local stories
• Leverage relationships within the community for the purpose of developing connections to story leads and bridge relevant activities through community relations department
• Participate in station-sponsored and tentpole events
• Perform field reporting, fill-in for other shows, and other temporary assignments, as needed
• Participate in editorial meetings, proofread scripts and work hand in hand with newscast producers, executive producers
• Assist producer in establishing sources, finding, and executing enterprise news investigations, building, and maintaining strong list of story ideas on a year-round basis, both long-term deeper digging stories and quicker turns, document acquisition and paper trails.
• Make phone calls to set up interviews. These calls may happen outside of regular working hours.
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shifts and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice
• Write stories headlines and news updates for television, online and digital platforms.
• Will operate video camera and recording equipment, live U or Dejero and Edit with Adobe Premiere Pro and/or other provided editing system
• Respond quickly to breaking news and take direction from, and interact with, the assignment desk, producers, MMJs, anchors, and production control room personnel.
• Maintain technical equipment including cameras and lighting gear.
• Manage project deadlines and deliverables.
• Must abide by the NBC - Telemundo News Standards and Guidelines
• Follow NBC - Telemundo Social Media Policies and Standards

Basic Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages. 
• BA or BS in Journalism / Communications.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years television anchor/reporter experience.
• Candidate must be able to work as Multimedia Journalist and have excellent skills with camera and editing.
• Ability to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations.
• Strong live reporting skills are necessary.
• Ability to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines.
• The ideal candidate must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Ability to participate in community, public events and/or Master of Ceremonies as requested by the station.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested and qualified candidates must submit a Demo Reel and resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
• Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays with short notice.
• Must be willing to work at the KBLR TV Station in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

 Desired Characteristics

• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or Political Science preferred.
• General Assignment reporting skills preferred.
• Possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to present scripts with clarity and energy.
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and developing contacts.
• Proven record of contributing story ideas.
• A history of newsroom leadership.
• A history of working well with news staff.

Additional Requirements

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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