Assignment Editor and Producer-Seasonal

TelevisaUnivision is currently accepting resumes for an Assignments Editor within Noticias . The Assignment/producer position is responsible for managing story assignments, coordinates logistics, and responds to breaking news.

Your Day To Day

Generate research, verify, plan and develop story ideas and breaking news for newscasts
Coordinate editorial meetings
Coordinate reporters, anchors, and photographers by assigning stories for news and special projects
Maintain a plan for daily, weekly and future story lists.
Line produce in booth
Regularly post on company’s social media with appropriate well written descriptions, and push notifications
Monitor news wires, social media, and scanners to mobilize for breaking news.
Participate in station’s special events and social media pages
Must be able to work under pressure, manage breaking news and strict deadlines
Work weekends, holidays and overnights if needed

You Have

Minimum of 2-years’ experience in a newsroom required
Fully bilingual in English and Spanish
Know basics of editing
1-year experience as a Producer and/or Assignment Editor preferred
Bachelor’s Degree, in Journalism, Communications/New Media
Should demonstrate good news judgement
Have knowledge of current affairs
Detail oriented, organized, disciplined, can manage multiple tasks/responsibilities in working with tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously
Creative and assertive
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, iNews, live feeds, and social media platforms
Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, reach and sit for up to (8) hours
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis