Multimedia Journalist - Temp

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

The News Department at TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to join our team! The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment of serving our local community. As an MMJ, you will cover news in San Jose.

ABOUT YOU: You will be responsible for generating story ideas, as well as making and maintaining contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. You will present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner; as well as present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas. You are a team player with solid news judgment and must be a "one-person band" to complete a story from beginning to end. You must be able to work independently with the camera, write, edit own story, and interact with the viewers through all the TelevisaUnivision media platforms. You will report to the News Director.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report, and edit assigned storiesdaily and establish Live shots as needed.
• Post video, pictures and stories to website, Facebook, and other social media outlets under thedirection of our Digital content producers.
• Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across our coveragearea.
• Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that workswell with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large.
• Work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements.

YOU HAVE:

• 1-year newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experiencewill be considered.
• Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal.
• Applicant must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (bothhardware/software).
• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (such as Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut), and file sharingsystems preferred.
• High ethical and journalistic standards.
• Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record.

*This position will require the employee to be a member or join SAG-AFTRA.

Hourly rate: $50.40 Compensation for this position is determined in accordance with the applicable Union rates and collective bargaining agreement.

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.