Senior Producer, Telemundo T39 Dallas/Fort Worth
NBC Universal, Fort Worth, TX, United States
Job Description
Are you passionate about news, informing the community, connecting with our viewers, and are continuously eager to learn more, explore, and evolve with the constant changes that the TV industry brings? Are you a self‑starter, proactive, committed, and have strong editorial and news judgment? Do you feel a responsibility to inform our viewers during breaking news situations? We are looking for you!
General Responsibilities The Senior News Producer works closely with the Executive News Producer and other Newsroom managers in the creation, showcasing, and execution of content across multiple platforms, and for the most innovative news organization in Texas. This position requires strong creativity, editorial, legal, and administrative judgment. This position will report to the Executive News Producer.
Responsibilities
Work directly with the Executive News Producer in creating, developing, and implementing news strategies
Oversee the shows' editorial and journalistic balance, technical accuracy, and legal compliance
Collaborate with NBC 5 as our duopoly partners in daily news and big story planning and execution
Conceptualize, design, innovate, and create engaging and appealing content, projects, and segments
Produce, co‑produce, and line‑produce any show
Have a full understanding of each show's strategy based on the target audience
Select, assign, and organize news stories
Respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy
Maintain an ongoing breaking news story on the air
Assist with the training of news producers, new strategies or changes to workflows
Work with Video Journalists to improve story and presentation
Use editing skills to edit video clips
Write news copy that is accurate, detailed, and balanced; storytelling skills focused on facts, balanced emotions, and clear logical flow; trustworthy and tailored for news talent/anchors to present on‑air
Create promotional and topical teasers: creatively tease viewers with key points, video, and audio, sell the story without giving away the content
Occasionally assist with web copies, streaming, OTT, social media, mobile app, and podcast productions, uploads, and/or executions
Show a strong understanding of production capabilities to help showcase newscasts, produce breaking news, and specials
Apply strong journalism and ethical background, with a clear understanding of viewers and the types of stories they want; be aware of current events relevant to our community and respond with an ethical and credible focus
Write news scripts, promotional teasers, headlines, and topicals
Assist with producer schedules and other administrative tasks
Lead by example for all team members
Give positive and constructive feedback
Maintain a positive and respectful work environment
Basic Qualifications
Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages
5+ years of experience in daily newscast and TV production
Ability to create urgent and interesting news copies
Skilled social media user who uses Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms to build content and attract viewers
Proven track record of executing live events and newscasts
Eligibility Requirements
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples; if available, include a web address when you submit your resume
Must be willing to work in the Dallas‑Fort Worth area, just south of DFW airport
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (note job #)
Desired Qualifications
BA or BS in Journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
Ability to develop a story in an in‑depth presentation
Connect viewers & newscast with social media, surveys, opinions, calls, etc.
News judgment with solid ethical decision processes
Highly competitive nature
Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are a must
Leadership qualities, detail‑oriented, organized, and able to handle intense deadline pressure
Ability to perform under tight time deadlines
Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations
Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
Flexible team player
Positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
High degree of integrity and professionalism
Intense familiarity and interest in current news events
Strong organizational skills
Required On‑Site This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.
Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal'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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Please submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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General Responsibilities The Senior News Producer works closely with the Executive News Producer and other Newsroom managers in the creation, showcasing, and execution of content across multiple platforms, and for the most innovative news organization in Texas. This position requires strong creativity, editorial, legal, and administrative judgment. This position will report to the Executive News Producer.
Responsibilities
Work directly with the Executive News Producer in creating, developing, and implementing news strategies
Oversee the shows' editorial and journalistic balance, technical accuracy, and legal compliance
Collaborate with NBC 5 as our duopoly partners in daily news and big story planning and execution
Conceptualize, design, innovate, and create engaging and appealing content, projects, and segments
Produce, co‑produce, and line‑produce any show
Have a full understanding of each show's strategy based on the target audience
Select, assign, and organize news stories
Respond to breaking news with urgency and accuracy
Maintain an ongoing breaking news story on the air
Assist with the training of news producers, new strategies or changes to workflows
Work with Video Journalists to improve story and presentation
Use editing skills to edit video clips
Write news copy that is accurate, detailed, and balanced; storytelling skills focused on facts, balanced emotions, and clear logical flow; trustworthy and tailored for news talent/anchors to present on‑air
Create promotional and topical teasers: creatively tease viewers with key points, video, and audio, sell the story without giving away the content
Occasionally assist with web copies, streaming, OTT, social media, mobile app, and podcast productions, uploads, and/or executions
Show a strong understanding of production capabilities to help showcase newscasts, produce breaking news, and specials
Apply strong journalism and ethical background, with a clear understanding of viewers and the types of stories they want; be aware of current events relevant to our community and respond with an ethical and credible focus
Write news scripts, promotional teasers, headlines, and topicals
Assist with producer schedules and other administrative tasks
Lead by example for all team members
Give positive and constructive feedback
Maintain a positive and respectful work environment
Basic Qualifications
Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages
5+ years of experience in daily newscast and TV production
Ability to create urgent and interesting news copies
Skilled social media user who uses Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms to build content and attract viewers
Proven track record of executing live events and newscasts
Eligibility Requirements
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples; if available, include a web address when you submit your resume
Must be willing to work in the Dallas‑Fort Worth area, just south of DFW airport
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (note job #)
Desired Qualifications
BA or BS in Journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
Ability to develop a story in an in‑depth presentation
Connect viewers & newscast with social media, surveys, opinions, calls, etc.
News judgment with solid ethical decision processes
Highly competitive nature
Excellent news judgment, creative ideas, and writing skills are a must
Leadership qualities, detail‑oriented, organized, and able to handle intense deadline pressure
Ability to perform under tight time deadlines
Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations
Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
Flexible team player
Positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
High degree of integrity and professionalism
Intense familiarity and interest in current news events
Strong organizational skills
Required On‑Site This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.
Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal'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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Please submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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