Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo Arizona Phoenix

Telemundo Arizona seeks an individual with a comprehensive understanding of television news production, outstanding writing and verbal communication skills, and on-camera live reporting. This role is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work, reflecting our commitment to inclusive storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Manage shooting, writing, and editing daily stories, and gather material to contribute to building the rundown.
• Set up, run, and manage live shots independently.
• File stories for OTT (Over the Top) platforms.
• Write, produce, and present fair and accurate news and feature stories for television, online, and digital platforms.
• Keep informed on local and national news events.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts to supply access to exclusive stories.
• Investigate information to verify facts and uncover the truth.
• Handle on-air news in the studio and frequent field shoots.
• Draft stories, headlines, and news updates for multiple platforms.
• Present newscasts and breaking news professionally during live and outside regularly scheduled broadcasts.
• Stay updated on current events and news in Arizona.
• Assist the producer in setting up sources, executing enterprise news investigations, and maintaining a strong list of story ideas year-round.
• Send daily emails to the assignment desk with at least three enterprise story proposals.
• Make phone calls to set up interviews, which may occur outside regular working hours.
• Work nights and weekends as required.
• Collaborate as a team member under tight daily deadlines.
• Gather news information for presentation on newscasts and digital platforms.
• Participate in community and station events as an emcee or host when requested.
• Respond quickly to breaking news and take direction from the assignment desk, producers, reporters, anchors, and production personnel.
• Maintain technical equipment, including cameras and lighting gear, in optimal condition.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of experience shooting with HD Cam.
• Minimum one year of experience working with film or video lighting.
• Minimum three years of experience as a reporter in a Spanish top 10 broadcast television market.
• Flexibility concerning scheduling and assigned work shifts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and web-based programs.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of the current broadcast and digital media landscape.
• Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly in diverse on-air situations.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required for written and verbal communication; a prominent level of skill and proficiency in Spanish is essential.
• Excellent driving record and active driver’s license.
• Willingness to work weekends with short notice; night and weekend work is frequent.
• Must be willing to work in Phoenix, AZ.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Position requires traveling.

Skills

• Knowledge of Dalet, iNews, and non-linear editing systems.
• Camera operation and proficient lighting and editing skills.
• Elevated level of motivation with a strong belief in creative ideas and the confidence to express them.