Multimedia Journalist

About the role

The News Department at TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join our team! The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment of serving our local community. As an MMJ, you will cover news in San Jose.

Responsibilities

• Generate story ideas.
• Make and maintain contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities.
• Present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner.
• Present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas.
• Act as a team player with solid news judgment.
• Function as a “one‑person band” to complete a story from beginning to end.
• Work independently with the camera, write, and edit your own story.
• Interact with viewers through all TelevisaUnivision media platforms.
• Report to the News Director.
• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily.
• Establish live shots as needed.
• Post video, pictures, and stories to the website, Facebook, and other social media outlets under the direction of Digital content producers.
• Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across the coverage area.
• Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community.
• Work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (communications, journalism, television broadcasting).
• 1‑year newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Excellent command of Spanish and English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to use newsroom computer systems and applications (hardware/software).
• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut), and file sharing systems preferred.
• High ethical and journalistic standards.
• Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear, and editing systems.
• 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.
• Must be a member of, or willing to join, SAG‑AFTRA.

Benefits