Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo

This is a Full Time Job

• Perform on-air Multimedia Journalist responsibilities for designated Telemundo Las Vegas - KBLR newscasts or program across KBLR’s multiple platforms

• Contribute story ideas for key series pieces for daily news program, digital & social media platforms

• Prepare and/or assemble, and present story content in a fair, accurate and unbiased manner

• Collaborate with news producers and managers to conceptualize, produce and present Telemundo Las Vegas KBLR news specials and packages based on either breaking or pre-planned stories

• Generate story ideas, research and set up the content and interviews as well as edit packages and report new stories from field

• Develop and maintain a network of news sources providing access to exclusive local stories

• Leverage relationships within the community for the purpose of developing connections to story leads and bridge relevant activities through community relations department

• Participate in station-sponsored and tentpole events

• Perform field reporting, fill-in for other shows, and other temporary assignments, as needed

• Participate in editorial meetings, proofread scripts and work hand in hand with newscast producers, executive producers

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Journalism / Communications.

• Must possess a minimum of 3 years television anchor/reporter experience.

• Candidate must have excellent Spanish & English writing skills as well as very strong verbal skills.

• Candidate must be able to work as Multimedia Journalist and have excellent skills with camera and editing.

• Ability to ad-lib effortlessly in various types of situations.

• Strong live reporting skills are necessary.

• Ability to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines.

• The ideal candidate must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment.

• Ability to participate in community, public events and/or Master of Ceremonies as requested by the station.

Desired Characteristics
• Interested and qualified candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below

• Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends and holidays with short notice.

• Must be willing to work at the KBLR TV Station in Las Vegas, Nevada.

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or Political Science preferred.

• General Assignment reporting skills preferred.

• Possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

• Demonstrated ability to present scripts with clarity and energy.

• Proven record of meeting deadlines and developing contacts.

• Proven record of contributing story ideas.

• A history of newsroom leadership.

• A history of working well with news staff.