Univision: Producer (Temp/Bilingual Spanish/English)

Content Producer is needed in Chicago, United States.

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Client: Univision communications inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Contract: Part-time, Temp

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

Univision Chicago is looking for a Temporary News Producer to join our team!

Univision Television Group is seeking a Freelance News Producer for their local newscast in Chicago, Illinois to produce award-winning content for the Spanish language broadcast network. 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:

• 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

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.