Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo Las Vegas

Job Description

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

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.
• 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.