News Producer, Telemundo Arizona (Phoenix/Tucson)

KTAZ Telemundo in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Multiplatform News Producer who can create news that appeals to both traditional Broadcast and new media audiences. The Multiplatform News Producer will be responsible for successfully coordinating and executing a newscast, special programs, and digital content. Responsible for the overall production of the news of the day, special coverage, in-depth stories, and other news-related content of each newscast and online platforms For a successful newscast, the producer must be able to select, assign, write, and organize the flow of stories in the rundown. Write headlines, cold-opens, teases, and edit reporter lead-ins, as necessary. Responsible for being a key communicator in the newsroom- talking with each team member who will participate or provide content for that newscast. You must select stories, understand all the elements, and design a newscast to provide our audiences with the most relevant content, following the NBC/Telemundo Standards and Guidance in Journalism. Communicate effectively with the control room staff and crew in the field to execute live fast-pacing shows that will include live shots and Satellite Remotes during live newscasts inside the control room. Leadership: take responsibility for your actions, take risks for the team, and be a team player. Respond to breaking news promptly and accurately and have good time-management skills. Knowledgeable of daily news events, keeping up with current events, being aware of past news events that provide context to the story, and learning about the Latino audience in Arizona. Coordinate and plan future community and social story development. Editing skills to edit video clips. This position has a dual role for broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate is responsible for publishing content on multiple digital platforms, including web, mobile, and online social networks. Work closely with producers, Executive Producer, and News Director on story/sweeps planning and coordination, assisting them in coaching our talent after their performance on-air. Contribute story ideas; participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings. Bring creativity into every aspect of the newscast and use Telemundo's arsenal of tools and equipment to provide the most current information that is geographically diverse and maximizes viewer benefits. Complete discrepancy reports with detail and accuracy to help prevent future problems. File additional reports related to the production of the newscasts. Understand and follow all Telemundo News standards and ethics.