Job Details
Producer-Temp
Summary
Univision Chicago is looking for a Temporary News Producer to join our team!
Category
Producers
Location
Greater Chicago Area
Time Period
6 Months
Posted Date
Sep 01, 2022
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
Univision Chicago‘s Newscast at 5pm and 10pm is a market leader despite language in the 3rd largest market in English and 6th largest market in Spanish.
ABOUT YOU:
Candidate will need to possess a strong understanding of compelling storytelling across all platforms, production workflows and be able to lead in high stress situations. Strong preference is given to individuals with market experience or an understanding of Chicago Hispanic demographics, geography, and newsmakers in the market.
In preparation for the daily news coverage leading to show time, Producer will coordinate the technical and editorial needs to deliver the editorial teams’ strategic vision by working hand in hand with reporters, writers, anchors, cameramen, assignment desk editors, technical directors, engineers, and news management. Producer must have a very strong command of Spanish language and will be required to write and edit scripts for grammar and news accuracy.
Candidate should be very familiar with digital technology and social media and be committed to continue advancing their skills in a changing environment.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
ABOUT YOU:
Candidate will need to possess a strong understanding of compelling storytelling across all platforms, production workflows and be able to lead in high stress situations. Strong preference is given to individuals with market experience or an understanding of Chicago Hispanic demographics, geography, and newsmakers in the market.
In preparation for the daily news coverage leading to show time, Producer will coordinate the technical and editorial needs to deliver the editorial teams’ strategic vision by working hand in hand with reporters, writers, anchors, cameramen, assignment desk editors, technical directors, engineers, and news management. Producer must have a very strong command of Spanish language and will be required to write and edit scripts for grammar and news accuracy.
Candidate should be very familiar with digital technology and social media and be committed to continue advancing their skills in a changing environment.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
- Prepare rundown; assign, write, review and edit all news scripts; control quality of copy, video and graphics to ensure a high-quality newscast
- Create graphics as needed for shows.
- Maintain highest standards of integrity in preproduction and execution of daily newscast(s)
- Think creatively, maintain a fast pace, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously, including live remotes, social media channels and satellite sources while acting as line producer
- Provide content for the station’s websites and social media channels.
- Responsible for writing and production of news briefs and promos
- Able to make quick, smart decisions in conjunction with other members of a news team
- Present a visually captivating and journalistically strong command of editorial standards, ethics and legal matters pertaining to broadcast
- Preferred experience and/or understanding of Chicago marketplace
YOU HAVE:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field.
- At least 2 years’ experience in a major news market.
- Working knowledge of newsroom operation system (iNews, vizRT).
- Must be bilingual with the ability to write fluently in Spanish and English.
- Must be comfortable leading a control room environment during live broadcasts.
- Able to work in a team environment to produce newscasts, specials, and breaking news
Job Type
Part Time
Temporary
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening
Attached Files
N/A