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Noticias Telemundo 40 / KTLM is seeking a versatile, engaging, and newsroom-savvy News Anchor to join our team. This position is responsible for the on-air delivery of daily newscasts and for contributing high-quality journalism across all platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who excels in breaking news, thrives in a collaborative environment, and understands the demands of a modern, multi-platform newsroom.
Responsibilities
Anchor daily newscasts across television, streaming, and digital platforms, delivering accurate, engaging, and credible content.
Present breaking news and special coverage, demonstrating strong ad-libbing skills and sound editorial judgment.
Research, write, shoot, edit, and report original stories from the studio and field.
Generate and pitch enterprise and community-focused story ideas and contribute actively to editorial meetings.
Develop and maintain strong community contacts and sources to identify important and exclusive local stories.
Write and produce content for TV, digital, social media, and streaming platforms.
Collaborate closely with Producers, Reporters, Assignment Editors, Photographers, and News Managers on daily and special coverage.
Maintain an active digital and community presence, including social media, station events, and public appearances.
Uphold NBCUniversal’s values, news standards, and commitment to ethical journalism.
Qualifications
Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
Minimum 5 years of television anchor/reporter experience.
BA/BS in Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Excellent on-air presence, writing, news judgment, and live reporting skills.
Ability to ad-lib and make sound editorial decisions under deadline pressure.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sources and work collaboratively.
Ability to participate in public events, community functions, and station initiatives as assigned.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be 18 years or older and have unrestricted work authorization in the U.S.
Candidates must submit a resume/CV via www.nbcunicareers.com
Must be willing to work in the McAllen metro area
Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed.
Desired Characteristics
Strong general assignment and enterprise reporting experience.
Proven ability to generate original stories, build sources, and connect with the local community.
Strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to quickly understand and explain complex issues.
Proactive, collaborative, and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Experience with newsroom leadership or mentoring is a plus.
Comfortable moving seamlessly between the anchor desk, field reporting, breaking news, and digital platforms.
Additional Requirements
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Employment type
Full-time
Work arrangement
No
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