Content Producer, Telemundo T48

This is a Full Time Job

KTDO Telemundo 48 is looking for a self-starter with strong writing and editing skills. Candidates must understand the power of visual storytelling. They must be well-versed on social media and understand how to gather the best video content from field and online. They must also thrive under pressure.
• Work closely with EPs, Show Producers, Anchors, Reporters and Assignment Editors to write content with strategy, including headlines, teasers, news briefs, anchor intros and lead-ins.
• Ability to write, desktop edit and gather content for all KTDO’s platforms including newscast and digital.
• Produce for linear or digital under heavy deadline pressure without compromising credibility.
• Understand graphic programs to visually enhance and showcase stories with production.
• Use social media tools to stay on top of news events and compelling video/pictures.
• Collaborate with members of the KTDO team across all platforms to ensure the most complete local news coverage is both fair and accurate.
• Ability to execute in a daily breaking news environment.
• Produces under tight deadlines and attend editorial meetings.
• Respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy.
• Must have an excellent command of the English & Spanish language: spelling, and grammar.
• Distinguishes what events are considered news in the market.
• Contributes story ideas, participates in daily coverage decisions.
• Understands and follows all Telemundo News standards and ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by News Director & Executive Producer

Qualifications
• Bilingual, Spanish language proficiency (speaking, reading and writing)
• A degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience writing in a broadcast or cable news environment.
• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered.
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24 x7 shifts and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice.
• Must be willing to work in El Paso, TX
• 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.
• Strong news writing skills.
• Ability to write, edit, produce and gather content under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy or credibility.
• Significant experience in a news environment.
• Strong journalistic skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms, including broadcast, web, and mobile.
• Strong computer skills, with basic understanding of multi-media 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.