Job Description

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

Job Duties

• Work directly with News Director, Assignment Editor, Producers, Anchors, MMJ’s and production crews in overall news content production.

• Conceive and execute daily programs incorporating top news stories responsible for on-air look and program format.

• Supervise editorial content of all news products on multi-platform deliveries.

• Supervise assignment desk, news producers, and news production staff

• Work with MMJ, anchors and reporters to improve story content, style and presentation. Responsible for reporter's script approval.

• Able to write news scripts, promotional teasers, headlines and topicals.

• Help guide TV staff in journalism best practices and content showcasing, based on NBC News Policies.

• Hold staff accountable for content that is balanced, fair, accurate and complete, incorporating where appropriate a diverse range of sources.

• Develop future segments, special event coverage, sweeps planning.

• Collaborate with Brand Marketing on topical and special promotion.

• Collaborate with other newsroom managers for special events planning as well as day-to-day coverage.

• Responsible for managing the production of news specials, entertainment shows and other productions outside of the regularly scheduled newscasts.

• Work with all facets of the organization, including production, IT and engineering to ensure the most accurate and compelling local coverage.

• Contribute to and develop content for digital platforms.

• Collaborate with Digital Lead to develop content and promotion strategies on all platforms.

• Work with Digital Lead to manage KBLR efforts. Manage playlist like a newscast rundown to maximize opportunity for engagement.

• Work on news staff scheduling and long-range planning.

• Back-up producer and assignment editor as needed.

• Plan and share content with news partners. Share resources when possible.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism/related field 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 editingRequirements

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

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
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure.
• Knowledge of libel law and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Team player who is flexible
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Intense familiarity and interest in current news events.
• Strong Organizational Skills.
• News judgment with solid ethical decision process

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.