Summary of the Multiplatform Content Producer, Telemundo Area de la Bahia 48 job at NBCUniversal

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

KSTS Telemundo 48 is looking for a dynamic, passionate, and skilled multiplatform content producer to join our award-winning team. The candidate will be responsible for creating content for our broadcast and digital platforms in Spanish. In this role, the multiplatform content producer will develop original content focusing on news in the Bay Area and Northern California. This person will work closely with producers, assignment editors, reporters, and anchors to write, edit, and gather content on all KSTS platforms, linear and digital, including FAST. This individual will be responsible for writing, editing, building graphics, and sometimes filling in as a line producer. Must be willing to work at the station in San Jose or any other part of the San Francisco Bay Area. 

Responsibilities

• Strong news writing skills and the ability to edit, produce and gather content under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy or credibility for broadcast and digital.
• Invested and engaged in the local community while understanding how to represent viewers in the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Central California markets.
• Must be aggressive in breaking news and be able to adjust quickly to changes.
• Must understand the station's mission and priorities.
• Stay on top of the latest news and graphic tools to produce and showcase stories visually.
• Conceptualize, write, and edit stories in different formats.
• Ensure accuracy and correct spelling in graphics and banners.
• Keep on top of current events and inform the content producer of available material that can be used in the newscast.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse team, including digital producers, anchors, and reporters, to deliver cohesive and high-quality content.
• Keep abreast of local happenings, using insights to inform content creation that resonates with a bilingual demographic.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages
• 2 years experience in broadcast television production
• Strong news editorial judgment
• Impeccable writing skills
• Experience in social and digital platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) to increase viewership.
• Ability to develop social and digital content
• Proven ability to work quickly under tight deadlines in a live TV environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of nonlinear editing systems and workflows
• Strong ability to deliver news as it develops on all current and future platforms.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• This position likely includes working weekends
• 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
• Must be willing to work in San Jose, CA
• Must have an active Driver’s License and good driving record
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Dispute Resolution Program

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Strong computer skills, with a basic understanding of multi-media file formats
• Invested and engaged in the local community and authentically understands and represents the local viewer

Additional Requirements:

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

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000

Additional Information

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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.