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KTAZ Telemundo in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Multimedia News Producer who can create news that appeals to both traditional Broadcast and new media audiences. The Multimedia News Producer will be responsible for successfully coordinating and executing newscasts, special programs, and digital content. 

Functions/Responsibilities

• 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, teasers, 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 control room staff and field crew to execute live, fast-paced shows that include live shots and Satellite Remotes during newscasts inside the control room.
• Leadership: take responsibility for your actions 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.
• Possess skills to shoot, edit, and publish 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 fellow producers, the Executive Producer, the Managing Editor, and the News Director on story and sweeps planning and coordination, assisting them in coaching our talent after their on-air performances.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• 2 to 4 years of News Producer experience. 
• Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are necessary.

Eligibility Requirements

• 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.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered. 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to cover other shifts and breaking news, including holidays and weekends.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• 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 the newsroom manager.
• Highly competitive nature. 
• Ability to perform under tight deadlines.

Additional Job Requirements

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

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