Summary of the Multi-Media Journalist, Telemundo Colorado 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

The Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) is a versatile, bilingual journalist responsible for developing and delivering compelling, accurate, and community-focused journalism across Telemundo Colorado’s broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
The MMJ owns the storytelling process from pitch to publication — identifying original stories, developing sources, researching and conducting interviews, shooting and editing video, writing and producing stories, reporting live from the field, and adapting journalism for multiple platforms.
The role requires strong editorial judgment, initiative, excellent Spanish-language storytelling skills, a digital-first mindset, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the newsroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting & Enterprise Journalism

• Own the full storytelling process: pitch, research, report, write, shoot, edit, produce, publish, and present original stories.
• Report daily General Assignment, breaking news, and enterprise stories across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
• Consistently develop and pitch original, relevant story ideas and maintain a strong pipeline of daily, enterprise, and follow-up reporting.
• Build and maintain a diverse network of trusted sources that can lead to original and exclusive journalism.
• Use public records, documents, data, research, and source development to verify information, uncover stories, and provide deeper context and accountability.
• Conduct interviews fluently in Spanish and English and accurately translate information while preserving meaning and context.
• Produce compelling, accurate, fair, and unbiased journalism using strong writing, characters, visuals, natural sound, data, and context.
• Follow stories beyond the initial report and identify opportunities to advance coverage through meaningful follow-up and accountability journalism.

Breaking News & Field Execution

• Respond with urgency to breaking and developing news and adjust reporting priorities as coverage needs evolve.
• Deliver accurate and compelling live reports, packages, updates, and unscripted coverage under tight deadlines.
• Independently shoot, edit, and execute live shots using station-approved cameras, lighting, audio, editing, and transmission equipment.
• Gather, verify, and communicate information quickly during developing situations, clearly distinguishing confirmed facts from developing information.
• Ad-lib confidently and effectively during breaking news and other unscripted live situations.
• Maintain assigned field equipment and troubleshoot routine technical issues when necessary.

Multiplatform Journalism

• Create and adapt journalism for broadcast, streaming, web, mobile, social media, and emerging platforms based on the needs of each platform and audience.
• Produce digital-first and social-first content, including short-form video, explainers, reporter updates, digital stories, headlines, and streaming content.
• Advance stories throughout the day with timely updates across platforms as new information develops.
• Use social media professionally for newsgathering, source development, audience engagement, and distribution of Telemundo Colorado journalism.
• Identify opportunities to extend the reach, relevance, and impact of original reporting across platforms.

Newsroom & Community

• Participate actively in editorial meetings by contributing original ideas, sources, angles, follow-ups, and coverage strategies.
• Communicate proactively with producers, the assignment desk, digital teams, and newsroom leadership throughout the reporting process.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, editorial standards, and strong execution.
• Develop a strong understanding of Colorado and build authentic relationships with the diverse communities Telemundo Colorado serves.
• Represent Telemundo Colorado professionally at community events, station initiatives, public appearances, and other assignments.
• Contribute to special projects, investigations, major-event coverage, and other newsroom initiatives as assigned.
• Follow NBCUniversal and Telemundo News Standards and Guidelines, Social Media Policies and Standards, and all applicable newsroom policies.
• Work a flexible schedule based on news coverage needs, including early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and breaking-news situations.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages. 
• BS/BA in Journalism/Communications.
• Minimum 1 year of experience shooting with HD Cam.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with film or video lighting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a reporter in a top 50 market.
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts.
• Working knowledge of I-news, Stratus, Avid, Edius or Final Cut Pro.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the internet.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• External applicants must submit a Demo Reel through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be willing to work in Centennial, Colorado.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.

Desired Characteristics

• News judgment with solid ethical decision process 
• Strong English, reading, writing, and speaking 
• Highly competitive nature  
• Ability to perform under tight time deadlines 
• Able to respond quickly and accurately to breaking news with Live Cut-ins 
• Able to “ad-lib” effortlessly in various types of situations 
• Creative with unique story ideas for development 
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.

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 - $75,000 (based on experience).

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.