Company DescriptionWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description**** is currently seeking a Weekend Producer/Content Producer who will work closely with assignment editors, reporters, and anchors to produce, write, edit, and gather content on all **** platforms, both linear and digital, including FAST. This individual will be responsible for writing, editing, building graphics, and, in some cases, video recording material.
This position is to produce 2 shows on weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and serve as fill-in producer or content producer 3x a week. - Must be knowledgeable on daily news events, aware of past events, and understand news in the Northern & Central California market.
- The ideal Weekend Producer/Content Producer candidate is expected to be a key communicator in the newsroom, talking with each person who will participate or provide content for that newscast.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills that allow for collaboration with managers, digital team, and assignment desk to deliver complete local news coverage that is fair and accurate.
- Be a key contributor for story ideas, participate in daily coverage decisions and be a leader during editorial meetings.
- Must be able to line-produce newscasts.
- Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage.
- Must understand the station's mission and priorities.
- Stay on top of the latest graphic tools to visually enhance and showcase stories.
- Write news scripts and edit video clips.
- Must be able to produce under heavy deadline pressure without compromising credibility.
- Conceptualize, write and edit stories in different formats (VO, VO/SOT & PKG)
- Coordinate script and storyline with correct video sources and graphics
- Ensure accuracy and correct spelling in graphics and banners
- Log news and inform the content producer of available material that can be used in the newscast
- Produce (write & edit) content for digital platforms
Desired Characteristics- Significant experience in a news environment
- Strong journalistic skills
- Knowledge and understanding of various *** platforms, including broadcast, web, mobile and OTT
- Knowledge and understanding nonlinear editing system and workflows
- Strong computer skills, with basic understanding of multi- *** file formats
- A pioneering spirit with the desire to learn emerging technologies
- Passion to develop and present story ideas
- Invested and engaged in the local community and authentically understands and represents the local viewer
QualificationsQualifications- Minimum 2 years' experience in newsgathering and/or production.
- Minimum 2 years' experience writing, producing and desktop editing systems.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Experience line-producing newscasts
- Experience editing content on a desktop editing system.
- Ability to make priority decisions under a deadline.
- Strong ability to deliver news as it develops on all current and future platforms.
- Team player mentality
- Bilingual, English, and Spanish
Eligibility Requirements- Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered
- 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 unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have an active Driver's License and good driving record
- Must accept Solutions as *** Universal's Dispute Resolution Program
Additional Requirements:- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an *** Universal-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 *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000Additional 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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