Assignment Editor and Producer-Seasonal

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:TelevisaUnivision is looking for an Assignments Editor and producer to join our team! The Assignment/producer position is responsible for managing story assignments, coordinates logistics, and responds to breaking news. Candidates should be creative thinkers able to conceptualize interactive projects for broadcast and online components for our news digital platforms, in addition line producing.YOUR DAY-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.

Act as a liaison with other news organizations, community contacts, and assignment desks

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

Minimum of 2-years’ experience in a newsroom required

YOU HAVE:

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

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.

About TelevisaUnivision As the leading Spanish-language media and content company in the world, TelevisaUnivision features the largest library of owned content and industry-leading production capabilities that power its streaming, digital and linear television offerings, as well as its radio platforms. The Company’s media portfolio includes the top-rated broadcast networks Univision and UniMás in the U.S. and Las Estrellas and Canal 5 in Mexico. TelevisaUnivision is home to 36 Spanish-language cable networks, including Galavisión and TUDN, the No. 1 Spanish-language sports network in the U.S. and Mexico. With the most compelling portfolio of Spanish-language sports rights in the world, TelevisaUnivision has solidified its position as the Home of Soccer. TelevisaUnivision also owns and manages 59 television stations across the U.S. and four broadcast channels in Mexico affiliated with 222 television stations, Videocine studio, and Uforia, the Home of Latin Music, which encompasses 57 owned or operated U.S. radio stations, a live event series and a robust digital audio footprint. TelevisaUnivision is home to the global streaming services ViX and Blim TV, which altogether host over 50,000 hours of high-quality, original Spanish-language programming from distinguished producers and top talent. The company’s prominent digital assets include Univision.com, Univision NOW, and several top-rated digital apps. For more information, visit televisaunivision.com. Sobre TelevisaUnivision Como la compañía líder de contenidos y medios en español en el mundo, TelevisaUnivision cuenta con la biblioteca de contenido propio más grande y capacidad de producción líder en la industria, mismas que impulsan sus ofertas de transmisión digital y lineal, así como sus plataformas de radio. La cartera de medios de la Compañía incluye las cadenas de transmisión líderes Univision y UniMás en Estados Unidos, y Las Estrellas y Canal 5 en México. TelevisaUnivision es el hogar de 36 canales de televisión de paga en español, incluidos Galavisión y TUDN, el canal de deportes en español número 1 en Estados Unidos y en México. Con la cartera de derechos deportivos en español más atractiva del mundo, TelevisaUnivision ha consolidado su posición como la Casa del Fútbol. TelevisaUnivision también posee y administra 59 estaciones de televisión en Estados Unidos y cuatro canales de transmisión en México con 222 estaciones de televisión asociadas, los estudios de Videocine y Uforia, the Home of Latin Music, que abarca 57 estaciones de radio propias u operadas en Estados Unidos, una serie de eventos en vivo y una sólida huella de audio digital. TelevisaUnivision es el hogar de los servicios de transmisión digital premium ViX y Blim TV, que en conjunto presentan más de 50,000 horas de programación original en español de alta calidad de productores distinguidos y talento destacado. Los activos digitales más relevantes de la empresa incluyen Univision.com, Univision NOW y varias aplicaciones digitales de primera categoría. Para obtener más información, visite televisaunivision.com