Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
Feb 15, 2024
Full time
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Assistant News Director who wants to take on a leadership challenge running a news department for a newly formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA Market # 8. The Assistant News Director will work closely with the News Director building a high impact team producing newscasts and local programming on WDVM, WDCW (CW) and of our digital assets in the market.
Candidate must have a proven track record of creative producing, showcasing stories, owning the big stories and a passion for weather. The successful candidate will have experience leading others and the ability to coach and grow a team.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the district has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high-tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
The Assistant News Director assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
Assists the News Director with management of all aspects of the News Department
Assists with planning, staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department.
Consults on decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.
Develops news coverage strategy and executes that vision for the station and its website.
Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff.
Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met.
Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals.
Ensures achievement of digital goals.
Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming.
Responds to coverage questions.
Serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Minimum two years’ experience in news programming production, with some leadership experience preferred. (Depending on market size.)
Minimum three years’ experience producing newscasts
Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Feb 07, 2024
Full time
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Assistant News Director who wants to take on a leadership challenge running a news department for a newly formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA Market # 8. The Assistant News Director will work closely with the News Director building a high impact team producing newscasts and local programming on WDVM, WDCW (CW) and of our digital assets in the market.
Candidate must have a proven track record of creative producing, showcasing stories, owning the big stories and a passion for weather. The successful candidate will have experience leading others and the ability to coach and grow a team.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the district has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high-tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
The Assistant News Director assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
Assists the News Director with management of all aspects of the News Department
Assists with planning, staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department.
Consults on decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.
Develops news coverage strategy and executes that vision for the station and its website.
Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff.
Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met.
Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals.
Ensures achievement of digital goals.
Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming.
Responds to coverage questions.
Serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Minimum two years’ experience in news programming production, with some leadership experience preferred. (Depending on market size.)
Minimum three years’ experience producing newscasts
Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
DC News Now - WDCW/WDVM
2121 Wisconsin Ave NW #350 Washington, DC 20007
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
Dec 04, 2023
Full time
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
DC News Now - WDCW/WDVM
2121 Wisconsin Ave NW #350 Washington, DC 20007
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
Dec 04, 2023
Full time
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an Associate Producer who wants to support newscast production for the formed duopoly in the Washington, DC DMA (Market # 8). The Associate Producer will work closely with Producers, Directors and Anchors to stack, write and edit video within newscasts that must compete in a top-10 market. The role will require outstanding writing skills, careful attention to detail when creating on-air graphics, and assisting with producing new and expanded newscasts and local programming on WDVM and WDCW (CW).
Candidate must have a proven track record of strong writing skills, knowledge of how to showcase big stories, video editing, and the ability to fill-in as a producer. The successful candidate will have previous newsroom experience, preferably in a television news environment.
Washington, DC is the center of the nation’s politics, but there is a huge local news landscape beyond the beltway. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer and more. The region is home to National Parks, bike trails, and the District has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live, a busy news market, and a great place to grow your career.
Assists in multiple production needs for broadcast and digital
Contributes to the editorial process and makes decisions on graphic elements during breaking news situations
Writes for multiple newscasts over the course of a shift
Posts segments and stories on the digital side
Helps work with reporters and write and edit content for broadcast
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources
Always maintain ethical and newsroom content standards
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute
Understand brand building directives
Interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Ability to develop strong news judgment
Possess journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service & evaluate customer satisfaction
DC News Now - WDCW/WDVM
2121 Wisconsin Ave NW #350 Washington, DC 20007
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for Floor Manager for live local morning newscasts. This role is part of a newly formed duopoly in the Washington, DC Market #8 DMA.
This is a chance to live and work in great part of the country. In addition to being the center of the nation’s politics – and a region brimming with local news and sports – it’s a great place to call home. The city is home to some of the best museums in the country, including the Smithsonian, the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the National Archives. There are year-round theaters with live shows and concerts. You can find street festivals and farmer’s markets. And for the sports enthusiast, the region hosts professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey and soccer teams. The area has National Parks, walking and biking trails. Plus, the restaurant scene is top-notch with more than 20 restaurants receiving Michelin starts in 2021 alone. This is a great place to grow your career, compete in a large market and a great place to live.
One or more years professional experience in television production, preferably in News
•Excellent organizational and communication skills
•Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live News production environment
•Must be willing to work early mornings and holidays
Requirements & Skills :
Responsible for providing support to the director and assistant director in the production of live broadcasts and live to tape programs
•Includes segment timing, floor direction and managing studio floor activities for live and recorded programming
•Accountable for interfacing and communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and production directors and assistant director
Jun 15, 2023
Full time
Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for Floor Manager for live local morning newscasts. This role is part of a newly formed duopoly in the Washington, DC Market #8 DMA.
This is a chance to live and work in great part of the country. In addition to being the center of the nation’s politics – and a region brimming with local news and sports – it’s a great place to call home. The city is home to some of the best museums in the country, including the Smithsonian, the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the National Archives. There are year-round theaters with live shows and concerts. You can find street festivals and farmer’s markets. And for the sports enthusiast, the region hosts professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey and soccer teams. The area has National Parks, walking and biking trails. Plus, the restaurant scene is top-notch with more than 20 restaurants receiving Michelin starts in 2021 alone. This is a great place to grow your career, compete in a large market and a great place to live.
One or more years professional experience in television production, preferably in News
•Excellent organizational and communication skills
•Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live News production environment
•Must be willing to work early mornings and holidays
Requirements & Skills :
Responsible for providing support to the director and assistant director in the production of live broadcasts and live to tape programs
•Includes segment timing, floor direction and managing studio floor activities for live and recorded programming
•Accountable for interfacing and communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and production directors and assistant director
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
Univision Washington D.C. is looking for a highly motivated and experienced candidate to become our News Director for the station’s local multi-platform content production.
The ideal candidate must love breaking news and understand how to reach audiences on different platforms best. The position provides editorial direction, leadership, motivation, support and encouragement to staff in the generation of story ideas and production of a compelling news product; sets the department’s philosophy and policies.
The News Director will be a solid leader in the newsroom and be current on news trends for existing and emerging platforms. Works closely with other Univision entities to create cross-platform opportunities for a trusted and award-winning news brand.
ABOUT YOU:
The right candidate will be someone who is willing to take innovative creative risks and understands the value of deep impact enterprise content. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passionate fearless leader approach willing to mentor and develop our talented group of journalists into strong storytellers. He/she should be able to effectively plan a news strategy for a continuous measurement world, while still being able to coordinate breaking news, weather and large event coverage.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
Create & implement strategic plans for audience growth and newsroom operations.
Must be a digital powerhouse, leveraging the web, OTT, and all social platforms to make sure that local audiences receive and share the stories generated by our newsroom.
Must be a risk taker and someone ready to adapt to change and think out of the box.
Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with company strategy.
Analyze and respond to trends affecting the industry and DMA.
Review and approve newsroom personnel decisions.
Develop and control the annual budget to comply with station guidelines.
Work closely with the station management team to develop and attain departmental and station goals.
Ability to adapt current resources to emerging technologies.
Supervise and provide regular feedback and yearly performance appraisals for direct reports with ultimate responsibility for all newsroom personnel.
Develops and plans yearly coverage priorities for all platforms, as well as "sweeps" for key television rating periods
Reviews and critiques newscast production values. Must be proficient in coaching reporters and on-air talent.
Must have a deep understanding of Digital and Social Media platforms for best practices for local journalism.
Responsible for originating, creating and producing special series, regional news specials and investigative stories.
Leverage market research to make strategic decisions about content, programming, staffing.
Uphold station identity and brand focus across all platforms.
Cultivate an environment focused on digital storytelling and innovation, thinking beyond linear content in order to increase digital footprint and ultimately in a growing audience and market share.
YOU HAVE:
A minimum of five (5) years experience in television news, working as a news director, assistant news director, executive producer, news producer. Must have experience overseeing daily and breaking news events; ability to focus on news stories, which inform, and highlight the needs of the Spanish speaking community. Must have experience managing operating budgets. Knowledge and understanding of the Nielsen and Comscore rating systems.
BS/BA Degree in Media, Communications or Marketing or equivalent experience.
Solid news judgment. Ensure flawless execution and innovative storytelling.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills both in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, newsroom systems INEWS, edit bays, cameras, audio board and decks.
Proficiency in AVID editing systems, Premiere, Adobe Creative Suite Displays
Proficiency in managing and posting on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and other Social Media Platforms.
Candidate must be flexible and willing to work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Proven and effective leadership skills; foster open dialogue, empower others, address conflict quickly and directly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle competing priorities.
Audience growth-oriented.
High energy, high work ethic, self-motivated independent professional.
Track record of continuing to learn evolving trends in the digital industry.
OUR BENEFITS:
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
Univision requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.
Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Jun 14, 2022
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
Univision Washington D.C. is looking for a highly motivated and experienced candidate to become our News Director for the station’s local multi-platform content production.
The ideal candidate must love breaking news and understand how to reach audiences on different platforms best. The position provides editorial direction, leadership, motivation, support and encouragement to staff in the generation of story ideas and production of a compelling news product; sets the department’s philosophy and policies.
The News Director will be a solid leader in the newsroom and be current on news trends for existing and emerging platforms. Works closely with other Univision entities to create cross-platform opportunities for a trusted and award-winning news brand.
ABOUT YOU:
The right candidate will be someone who is willing to take innovative creative risks and understands the value of deep impact enterprise content. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passionate fearless leader approach willing to mentor and develop our talented group of journalists into strong storytellers. He/she should be able to effectively plan a news strategy for a continuous measurement world, while still being able to coordinate breaking news, weather and large event coverage.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
Create & implement strategic plans for audience growth and newsroom operations.
Must be a digital powerhouse, leveraging the web, OTT, and all social platforms to make sure that local audiences receive and share the stories generated by our newsroom.
Must be a risk taker and someone ready to adapt to change and think out of the box.
Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with company strategy.
Analyze and respond to trends affecting the industry and DMA.
Review and approve newsroom personnel decisions.
Develop and control the annual budget to comply with station guidelines.
Work closely with the station management team to develop and attain departmental and station goals.
Ability to adapt current resources to emerging technologies.
Supervise and provide regular feedback and yearly performance appraisals for direct reports with ultimate responsibility for all newsroom personnel.
Develops and plans yearly coverage priorities for all platforms, as well as "sweeps" for key television rating periods
Reviews and critiques newscast production values. Must be proficient in coaching reporters and on-air talent.
Must have a deep understanding of Digital and Social Media platforms for best practices for local journalism.
Responsible for originating, creating and producing special series, regional news specials and investigative stories.
Leverage market research to make strategic decisions about content, programming, staffing.
Uphold station identity and brand focus across all platforms.
Cultivate an environment focused on digital storytelling and innovation, thinking beyond linear content in order to increase digital footprint and ultimately in a growing audience and market share.
YOU HAVE:
A minimum of five (5) years experience in television news, working as a news director, assistant news director, executive producer, news producer. Must have experience overseeing daily and breaking news events; ability to focus on news stories, which inform, and highlight the needs of the Spanish speaking community. Must have experience managing operating budgets. Knowledge and understanding of the Nielsen and Comscore rating systems.
BS/BA Degree in Media, Communications or Marketing or equivalent experience.
Solid news judgment. Ensure flawless execution and innovative storytelling.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills both in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, newsroom systems INEWS, edit bays, cameras, audio board and decks.
Proficiency in AVID editing systems, Premiere, Adobe Creative Suite Displays
Proficiency in managing and posting on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and other Social Media Platforms.
Candidate must be flexible and willing to work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Proven and effective leadership skills; foster open dialogue, empower others, address conflict quickly and directly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle competing priorities.
Audience growth-oriented.
High energy, high work ethic, self-motivated independent professional.
Track record of continuing to learn evolving trends in the digital industry.
OUR BENEFITS:
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
Univision requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.
Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators (camera, graphics, and audio) during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
Essential Duties:
Works with the news producers to deliver clean and high energy newscasts
Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning the composition
Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
Performs other duties as assigned and will include graphics, floor direction, camera operation, audio, and Adobe editing.
Education Requirements:
BA/BS in a communications-related field from a 4-year accredited university preferred. or a relevant combination of experience and education.
Work Experience:
Minimum two years experience in news operations and production (depending on market size)
Other Information/Requirements:
Live technical directing standard production on Ross Acuity Switcher
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with computers, graphics playout, audio board operation, and similar equipment
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Adobe Premiere experience is a plus
Previous television directing experience
Fluency in English
Mar 17, 2022
Full time
The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators (camera, graphics, and audio) during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
Essential Duties:
Works with the news producers to deliver clean and high energy newscasts
Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning the composition
Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
Performs other duties as assigned and will include graphics, floor direction, camera operation, audio, and Adobe editing.
Education Requirements:
BA/BS in a communications-related field from a 4-year accredited university preferred. or a relevant combination of experience and education.
Work Experience:
Minimum two years experience in news operations and production (depending on market size)
Other Information/Requirements:
Live technical directing standard production on Ross Acuity Switcher
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with computers, graphics playout, audio board operation, and similar equipment
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Adobe Premiere experience is a plus
Previous television directing experience
Fluency in English
The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production.
• Manages all aspects of the News Department (other than Production) • Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department. • Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees. • Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website. • Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff. • Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met. • Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals. • Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming. • Responds to coverage questions. • Works with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. • Fluency in English. • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. • Minimum five years’ experience in news programming production, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role. (More or less depending on market size.) • Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. • Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills. • Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets. • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment. • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Mar 16, 2022
Full time
The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production.
• Manages all aspects of the News Department (other than Production) • Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department. • Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees. • Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website. • Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff. • Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met. • Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals. • Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming. • Responds to coverage questions. • Works with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. • Fluency in English. • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. • Minimum five years’ experience in news programming production, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role. (More or less depending on market size.) • Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. • Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills. • Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets. • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment. • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
The Production Director is responsible for: researching, planning, managing and producing news programming.
Duties include but not limited to:
Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs
Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition
Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast
Trains camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts
Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
Operates Camera, Graphics or Audio as needed.
Tests equipment to ensure proper operation
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
BS/BA from an accredited four-year university or related work experience preferred
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production.
Experience with Ross Video Switchers and AP ENPS preferred
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Experience Preferred on how to edit using Adobe Premier Pro
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Oct 21, 2021
Full time
The Production Director is responsible for: researching, planning, managing and producing news programming.
Duties include but not limited to:
Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs
Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition
Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast
Trains camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts
Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
Operates Camera, Graphics or Audio as needed.
Tests equipment to ensure proper operation
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
BS/BA from an accredited four-year university or related work experience preferred
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production.
Experience with Ross Video Switchers and AP ENPS preferred
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Experience Preferred on how to edit using Adobe Premier Pro
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously