Multimedia Journalist, Telemundo Colorado

h3Job Description/h3pWe are seeking a highly skilled Multimedia Journalist to join our team at Telemundo Colorado. As a key member of our news team, you will be responsible for gathering information on newsworthy events, developing and maintaining a network of contacts, and writing, producing, and presenting fair, accurate, and unbiased news stories as assigned./ppbResponsibilities:/b/pulliGather information on newsworthy events and write, produce, and present news stories as assigned./liliDevelop and maintain a network of contacts providing access to exclusive stories./liliBe responsible for providing on-air news, including both in-studio and frequent field shoots./liliCreate, report, and help produce news specials and packages based on breaking news or pre-planned stories./liliAssist producers in establishing sources, finding, and executing enterprise news investigations./liliMake phone calls to set up interviews and maintain a flexible schedule with the ability to work any 24/7 shifts./liliLarge community involvement, making a reasonable number of appearances tied into the viewer community./liliWrite stories, headlines, and news updates for television, online, and digital platforms./liliOperate video cameras and recording equipment, live U or Dejero, and edit on Edius Pro editing systems./liliRespond quickly to breaking news and take direction from assignment desk, producers, MMJs, anchors, and production control room personnel./liliMaintain technical equipment, including cameras and lighting gear./liliManage project deadlines and deliverables./li/ulpbQualifications:/b/pulliBS/BA in Journalism/Communications./liliMinimum 1 year of experience shooting with HD Cam./liliMinimum 1 year of experience working with film or video lighting./liliMinimum 2 years of experience as a reporter in a top 50 market./liliFlexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts./liliWorking knowledge of I-news, Stratus, Avid, Edius, or Final Cut Pro./liliKnowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the internet./liliStrong Spanish language skills (verbal & written)./liliUnrestricted work authorization to work in the United States./liliMust be 18 years or older./liliMust be willing to work in Centennial, Colorado./liliMust have a valid driver's license and excellent driving record./li/ulpbDesired Characteristics:/b/pulliNews judgment with solid ethical decision process./liliStrong English, reading, writing, and speaking./liliHighly competitive nature./liliAbility to perform under tight time deadlines./liliAble to respond quickly and accurately to breaking news with live cut-ins./liliAble to "ad-lib" effortlessly in various types of situations./liliCreative with unique story ideas for development./liliHighly organized with strong attention to detail./liliExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team./li/ul