Duopoly Executive Producer, NBC & Telemundo Dallas/Fort Worth at NBCUniversal

Fort Worth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual, Journalism, Storytelling, Team Management, News Production, Editorial Decision-Making, Communication, Attention to Detail, Coaching, Breaking News Coverage, Content Development, Scheduling, Legal Guidelines, Cultural Sensitivity, Problem Solving, Flexibility

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

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 Job Description NBC 5 ( KXAS) and Telemundo 39 (KXTX), the NBCUniversal-owned duopoly in DFW, are seeking a strong, bilingual journalist to help lead our duopoly’s newscasts. This person will oversee editorial and logistics decision-making to ensure we are leveraging all duopoly resources. The right candidate will focus on winning breaking news, weather and original content. We want someone who will encourage the team to produce engaging and compelling storytelling on multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will know how to motivate and manage a team in producing a show that is a great marriage between in-depth content and viewer advocacy. We’re looking for an energetic leader who embraces taking risks and wants to create an innovative product that stands out in the market. The ideal candidate knows how to effectively inspire and support a team, be a consistently high performer, and deliver clear direction and feedback each and every day. Responsibilities Work with news staff to produce relatable news that has the greatest impact on people’s lives. Make coverage decisions with a priority on what’s breaking, new or looking ahead. Approve rundowns and newscast scripts. Direct and deliver production elements on a deadline. Review daily line-up of stories and segments; develop future segments, stories and interviews for all platforms. Meet daily with staff including digital to review resources, content and coverage plans. Oversee and coordinate breaking news coverage. Fill in for a producer for either station, when needed. Work on special projects as assigned. Assist with hiring and scheduling. Ensure production resources and expectations are clearly defined and communicated. Possess strong news judgment within legal and ethical guidelines. Have a strong attention to detail. Provide feedback and coaching to newsroom employees. Perform other newsroom supervisory duties as assigned by either News Director and/or Assistant News Director. Foster a culture of teamwork, respect and inclusion. Qualifications Qualifications Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages. Minimum of five years of experience producing newscasts in a medium or large market. Must possess strong journalistic skills, have ability to write and edit broadcast and digital copy. B.A. degree or equivalent in areas such as Journalism & Communications, or related field Eligibility Requirements External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or greater Must have a valid Driver’s License Must be willing to work at the station in Dallas/Fort Worth just south of DFW Airport Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to travel and work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice. Able to work extended and flexible hours during severe weather, emergency situations and breaking news. Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program Desired Requirements Creative approach to storytelling and problem solving. Ability to make priority decisions under deadlines. Must be self-directed, highly organized and detail oriented. Must function well in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment Additional Requirements Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite. 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 [email protected]. Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local

Responsibilities

The Duopoly Executive Producer will oversee editorial and logistics decision-making for NBC 5 and Telemundo 39, focusing on breaking news, weather, and original content. They will work with the news staff to produce engaging storytelling and ensure effective use of resources across platforms.