Producer
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
TelevisaUnivision’s Local News Department is looking for a News Producer to join our team! We are looking for a dynamic, creative producer who will own our Sunday Morning Political show. The ideal candidate will have vision, solid news judgement, contacts, ability to multitask and manage their time, and be proficient in all aspects of social media.
YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)
- Produce a weekly political affairs program focused on delivering in-depth analysis of the week's most significant political developments
- Research and develop timely and compelling segment ideas on local, national, and international political issues; work closely with on-air talent to coordinate the booking of high-profile guests and expert commentators for in-studio and remote interviews
- Lead the planning and editorial direction of the show across its weekly production cycle, ensuring thorough research, strong storytelling, and accurate, balanced coverage
- Strategize and execute the show's multi-platform presence, adapting content for broadcast, web, and social media to increase audience reach and engagement
- Coordinate all production elements, including live shots, Zoom interviews, and pre-recorded packages, by collaborating with directors, field reporters, and technical crews to ensure a polished final product
- Maintain strong relationships with political leaders, analysts, and community experts across key topics including immigration, elections, healthcare, policy, and international affairs
- Direct the live broadcast from the control room, managing pacing, transitions, and live elements to deliver a smooth, high-quality viewing experience
- Shape the program’s editorial voice and visual style, ensuring consistency with brand identity and relevance to the political news cycle
- Develop original, guest-driven segments and political storylines that provide depth, context, and diverse perspectives on the issues that matter most to viewers
- Use social media tools to promote the program, build audience engagement, and increase the visibility of featured segments and talent
- Oversee editorial decisions during post-production, ensuring all content aligns with journalistic standards and program goals
- Provide backup support as a line producer for other newscasts as needed, demonstrating versatility and a deep understanding of newsroom workflows
YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years minimum experience in producing live news in a medium to large TV market
- Excellent and grammatically accurate written and verbal Spanish language skills
- Experience in producing talk shows, interviews/panel shows, and news magazines is a plus
- Experience engaging with a digital audience, storytelling and being social media/digital savvy
- Ample knowledge of television production, news gathering equipment and computer systems required
- Ample knowledge of current events, with emphasis in local and regional movers and shakers
- High motivation and organizational skills
- Bilingual
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage breaking news situations, meet strict deadlines, and respond quickly to changes
- Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision
- Flexibility to various shifts, including holidays, weekends and evenings