Job DescriptionTelemundo 47 New York (WNJU), part of NBCUniversal Local, is seeking a dynamic, engaging, and experienced News Anchor to join our award-winning newsroom. The ideal candidate is a strong journalist with exceptional on-air presence, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to connect authentically with the diverse communities we serve throughout the New York Tri-State area.
The News Anchor will serve as a key member of the newsroom, anchoring live and recorded newscasts, contributing to enterprise reporting, and collaborating across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social media platforms. The successful candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to accurately communicate breaking news and developing stories under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities- Anchor daily newscasts and special coverage in a compelling, accurate, and engaging manner.
- Collaborate with producers, reporters, assignment editors, and newsroom leadership to develop and deliver impactful content.
- Participate in editorial meetings and contribute story ideas that reflect the interests and concerns of the communities we serve.
- Conduct live interviews and field reporting assignments as needed.
- Deliver breaking news and severe weather coverage with professionalism and urgency.
- Create and contribute content for digital, streaming, and social media platforms.
- Represent WNJU at community events, station initiatives, and public appearances.
- Maintain a strong understanding of local, national, and international news developments.
- Uphold the highest journalistic standards, ethics, and credibility.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of on-air anchoring and/or reporting experience in a television news environment.
- Fluency in Spanish (written and verbal); bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English preferred.
- Strong live reporting, interviewing, and ad-libbing skills.
- Excellent news judgment and editorial decision-making abilities.
- Strong writing, communication, and storytelling skills.
- Experience covering breaking news, severe weather, and major news events.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with digital news platforms, streaming, and social media engagement strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with newsroom colleagues across departments.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as newsroom coverage demands.
- Ability to participate in station-sponsored events, community initiatives, and public appearances.
Desired Characteristics- Strong connection to the Hispanic community and issues impacting viewers throughout the New York Tri-State area.
- Professional on-air presence with the ability to build credibility and audience trust.
- Passion for local journalism and serving the community through impactful storytelling.
- Proven track record of generating enterprise story ideas, developing sources, and producing original content.
- Social media savvy with the ability to engage audiences across multiple platforms.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring colleagues and contributing positively to newsroom culture.
- Calm, confident, and authoritative presence during breaking news and high-pressure situations.
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a positive work ethic and a commitment to excellence.
Eligibility Requirements- Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV and demo reel through NBCUniversal Careers
- Must be willing to work in New York City
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCUniversal's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite (New York, NY)
- Must be willing to join SAG-AFTRA
Salary Range: $180,000-$220,000
Additional InformationAs 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.
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