Freelance Multiplatform Content Producer

Job Description

Telemundo 48 / NBC Bay Area is looking for a driven, fast-thinking freelance Multiplatform Content Producer to work high-impact, short-term assignments across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms.

This is an exciting opportunity for a newsroom pro who thrives in a live, fast-paced environment and knows how to tell powerful, timely stories that connect with diverse Bay Area audiences. We’re seeking someone who is not only editorially sharp and adaptable but also fluent in Spanish (spoken and written) to serve our bilingual community effectively.

What You’ll Do

• Create, write, and produce compelling content for newscasts, digital platforms, and streaming channels (including FAST). 
• Craft original stories in multiple formats (VO, VO/SOT, PKG) with speed and accuracy. 
• Build eye-catching graphics, banners, and visual elements that enhance storytelling. 
• Pivot quickly to cover breaking news and evolving editorial priorities. 
• Coordinate scripts, video, and graphics to deliver seamless, high-quality content. 
• Edit video and ensure all content meets the highest standards of accuracy and clarity. 
• Track and manage newsroom materials for use across platforms. 
• Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, anchors, assignment editors, and digital teams. 
• Produce and adapt content for social platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X. 
• Step in to support newsroom operations as a producer when needed.  

Job Requirements

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in broadcast news production. 
• Strong editorial judgment and a deep understanding of newsroom standards. 
• Experience creating engaging content across digital and social platforms. 
• Ability to work quickly, accurately, and calmly under tight deadlines. 
• Familiarity with nonlinear editing systems and modern production workflows. 
• Strong technical and computer skills, including multimedia file handling. 
• Solid knowledge of Bay Area and Northern/Central California news. 
• Fluent in Spanish (both written and spoken) and English is required.  

Bonus Points If You Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. 
• Experience creating culturally relevant content for bilingual audiences. 
• A collaborative mindset with a flexible, positive approach to teamwork.  
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Freelance Details

• This is a freelance/independent contractor role (not staff). 
• Assignments are based on newsroom needs, and flexibility is key. 
• Shifts may include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Work is primarily on-site in the San Jose / Bay Area newsroom.
• Must have independent authorization to work in the U.S.  

Equal Opportunity

Telemundo 48 / NBC Bay Area is committed to building a diverse and inclusive newsroom. We welcome freelance journalists and content producers from all backgrounds to apply.

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