Executive Producer, Telemundo Las Vegas

Company Description

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Job Description

An Executive Producer is responsible for the overall editorial content on all platforms produced by KBLR

Job Duties

• Conceive and execute daily programs incorporating top news stories responsible for on-air look and program format
• Develop future segments, special event coverage, sweeps planning, incorporating evening anchor talent
• Collaborate with Brand Marketing on topical and special promotion
• Work with Arthouse on graphic production and art direction
• Oversee the Platform Managers and Content Producers
• Collaborate with other newsroom managers for special events planning as well as day-to-day coverage
• Work with all facets of the organization, including production, IT and engineering to ensure the most accurate and compelling local coverage
• Responsible for managing the production of news specials, entertainment shows and other productions outside of the regularly scheduled newscasts.
• Performs as Line Producer and other related duties as assigned by News Director.
• Contribute to and develop content for digital platforms.
• Schedule nightside content producers to ensure proper coverage
• Collaborate with Digital Lead to develop content and promotion strategies on all platforms
• Hire quality talent when needed, as well as coaching and mentoring current employees
• Work with Digital Lead to manage KBLR efforts. Manage playlist like a newscast rundown to maximize opportunity for engagement.

Basic Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in newsroom management
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in newsgathering and/or production
• Minimum 5 years’ experience writing, producing and desktop editing

Requirements

• Must be willing to work in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Proven ability to speak, read and write fluently in Spanish.
• Proven ability to understand and communicate well in a duo Spanish/English-speaking environment.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols in select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong editorial judgment as well as the ability to respond and make decisions in a breaking news situation for coverage across multiple platforms
• Ability to lead the newsroom
• Experienced at providing ongoing feedback to develop individuals
• Innovative and creative thinker who will push to make Telemundo Las Vegas local content the best in the market

Additional Information

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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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