About this role
Telemundo 47 New York (WNJU), part of NBCUniversal Local, is seeking a versatile and dynamic Anchor/Reporter to join our award-winning newsroom. This role is ideal for a journalist who excels both at the anchor desk and in the field, with the ability to deliver compelling storytelling across broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
The Anchor/Reporter will anchor newscasts and special coverage as assigned while also serving as a general assignment and enterprise reporter. The successful candidate will be a strong storyteller, confident live performer, and skilled journalist who can break news, develop original content, and connect with the diverse communities of the New York Tri-State area.
Responsibilities
Anchor regularly scheduled newscasts, breaking news coverage, and special programmingReport from the field, delivering live shots, interviews, and packaged stories for daily newscasts and digital platformsDevelop, research, write, and produce enterprise stories that inform and engage viewersContribute original story ideas and participate actively in editorial meetingsCover breaking news, severe weather, major events, and community-impact storiesWrite and edit content for television, streaming, digital, and social media platformsBuild and maintain a strong network of community sources and contactsCollaborate closely with producers, assignment editors, photographers, anchors, and digital teams to produce high-quality journalismRepresent WNJU at community events, station initiatives, and public appearances as assignedUphold NBCUniversal's journalistic standards, ethics, and commitment to accuracy
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent professional experienceMinimum of 3-5 years of television news experience as an anchor, reporter, or anchor/reporter.Fluency in Spanish (written and verbal) required; bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English preferredStrong on-air presentation, live reporting, and interviewing skillsExceptional writing, storytelling, and editorial judgmentDemonstrated ability to cover breaking news and perform effectively under deadline pressureExperience developing enterprise stories and cultivating sourcesProficiency with digital, streaming, and social media platformsAbility to work independently in the field and collaboratively within a newsroom environmentValid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the New York Tri-State area for assignmentsWillingness to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during major news eventsMust be willing to join SAG-AFTRADesired Characteristics
Strong connection to and understanding of the Hispanic communities served by Telemundo 47.General market reporting experience preferredPolished on-air presence with the ability to build audience trust and credibilityProven ability to transition seamlessly between anchoring and field reporting responsibilitiesExperience with investigative, consumer, political, or community-focused reportingStrong social media and audience engagement skillsDemonstrated ability to generate original story ideas and consistently deliver impactful contentCollaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive work ethicPassion for local journalism and serving the community through meaningful storytellingEligibility Requirements
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV and demo reel through NBCUniversal CareersMust be willing to work in New York CityMust have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesMust be covered by Solutions, NBCUniversal's Alternative Dispute Resolution ProgramRequired On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Salary Range: $150,000-175,000/year
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.
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