News Producer, NBC6 South Florida

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

WTVJ is seeking a strong journalist with a passion for news to put an emphasis on content when producing for multiple platforms. On broadcast, you’ll be able to hone and show off your producing skills while maximizing video and graphics on our beautiful set. On other platforms, you’ll be able to help shape the brand we present. You’ll need to line produce, write, copyedit, edit video, gather content and produce elements all under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy and credibility.  You will work closely with news management, assignment desk editors, anchors, reporters and photographers on the best way to execute content in newscasts and in special coverage.

Key responsibilities:

• Write and edit content including breaking news for linear TV, streaming channels and other platforms.
• Collaborate with assignment desk, producers and reporters to research and produce news segments and other content and place on appropriate platform.
• Ensure that we are being live, urgent and relevant in our storytelling.
• Check all scripts for accuracy, grammar, and punctuation.
• Use desktop editing systems to edit video including breaking news.
• Monitor a variety of news and video sources to identify content that would appeal to our audience.
• Support reporters, anchors and photographers with content needs.
• Communicate quickly and effectively in the control room with production and news staff.
• Work effectively under pressure in a deadline-driven environment, with the ability to multitask across assignments.
• Ensure all content meets the network’s editorial standards, legal guidelines, and journalistic ethics.
• Showcase content and visual elements in a compelling and clear way.
• Embrace innovation and change.

Qualifications

• Degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience writing/producing in a broadcast or cable news environment.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and shifts including evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays and breaking news with short notice.
• Must be willing to work long hours during breaking news, hurricanes and severe weather, if required.
• Must be willing to work in the newsroom in Miramar, FL.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms, including broadcast, web, and mobile.
• Experience utilizing social media as a news gathering/reporting tool

Desired qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under deadline pressure.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
• Have passion for current news events and storytelling.
• Possess a strong attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Knowledge of laws involving libel slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Have initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Be a team player flexible enough to quickly change a rundown or plan when needed.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism and respect in the workplace.
• Have strong organizational skills.

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. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.