Company Description *** Universal is one of the world's leading *** and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. *** Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. *** Universal'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.
*** Network Group LLC is a U.S. Spanish-language television network committed to broadcast unique and outstanding national and local entertainment, news and sports programming to the fast-growing U.S. Hispanic audience. *** targets this growing and vibrant audience by delivering the best in Latino entertainment. The network's schedule features a wide range of original programming, including novelas, talk shows, original sitcoms, sports and news, children's programming, blockbuster movies, reality, entertainment and music programs. *** Communications Group, Inc. is an operating subsidiary of *** , the nation's leading broadcast network and film. *** is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description *** Universal's Owned Television station in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, ****-TV, is looking for a skilled Multiplatform Producer to help take our streaming content and newscasts to a new level. We're looking for someone who's passionate about news, loves breaking news and has a creative vision for crafting live programs. This person will work closely with managers to create innovative, up-to-the-minute content that resonates with our viewers. This multi-platform producer can develop and adapt content for production across all different channels, including linear, non-linear, web, podcast, social *** , and digital products. The ideal candidate loves to collaborate, wants to help lead a team, and is ready to take on new challenges to help us continue to grow. You'll work closely with our streaming products and help us continue to find new ways to reach our audience no matter what platform they are on. This is a great opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best journalists in the market!
- Work directly with the Executive Producer and Senior Producers in creating, developing, and implementing linear and non-linear news strategies.
- Produce daily newscasts, live special coverages, and other programs for streaming platforms. Articulate and execute the distribution strategy for content and individual stories.
- Perform editing work needed in systems like Edius and Premiere Pro.
- Clearly communicate your vision to a team of writers, anchors, and field crews in order to deliver dynamic and accurate stories and segments.
- Develop an understanding of our streaming and non-linear products and consistently contribute to them
- Work closely with directors, editors, and graphic artists to enhance the production value of your newscast.
- Contribute story ideas and take charge of daily coverage decisions for your newscast.
- Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage, regardless of the day or time.
- Work collaboratively with other departments for cross-promotion opportunities and strategy.
- Ability to produce regular newscasts in our linear platforms, as needed.
- Ability to fill in on general assignments per department scheduling needs or operational needs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsBasic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a daily newscast producer.
- Producing skills and strong Spanish news writing experience across multiple platforms, including script writing, news writing, and broadcast/digital production.
- Proven track record of boothing live events and newscasts.
- Intense familiarity and interest in current news events.
Eligibility Requirements:
- External applicants must submit a resume/CV through *** to be considered.
- Must be willing to work in Fort Worth, TX, just south of DFW Airport
- Must have the ability to work any shift, any day of the week.
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must accept Solutions as *** Universal's Dispute Resolution program
- Spanish news writing experience
- Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish, and must be able to speak, read, and understand English.
Desired:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Experience segment producing and/or generating content across multiple platforms is a plus.
- Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
- Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Displays a positive work ethic and a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to create urgent, engaging, and conversational news copy and visuals under tight deadlines
- Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Strong English, reading, writing, and speaking.
Additional Information *** Universal'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. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
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