Multimedia Journalist (Bilingual Spanish-English)

Multimedia Journalist (Bilingual Spanish-English)

Company Description

Te Lo Cuento News Kansas City - St. Joseph is the only dedicated Spanish-language news outlet in the region, committed to serving and engaging the Hispanic community on both sides of the Missouri-Kansas border. Since 2020, our digital platform has provided essential news tailored to the Hispanic population’s needs. With a legacy of successful projects in Venezuela, Colombia, and across the United States, Te Lo Cuento News is a trusted source of information and a platform for advertisers targeting the growing Hispanic market.

Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic Multimedia Journalist to join our team on a contract and assignment basis. This role involves creating engaging and impactful content, both written and visual, for our digital platforms. While based in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, we are open to applications from journalists across Kansas and Missouri. Candidates must be bilingual (Spanish-English) and authorized to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report on a wide range of topics, including crime, local events, and community stories.
• Produce, edit, and publish video and written content for digital and social media platforms.
• Conduct live interviews and broadcasts with professionalism and accuracy.
• Write compelling articles and press releases that inform and engage the Hispanic community.
• Manage social media accounts to promote content and interact with the audience.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure alignment with the company’s mission and standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the newsroom and company goals.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in multimedia journalism, including writing, video editing, and live reporting.
• Proficiency in video production tools and software for editing.
• Strong news writing and press release skills in both Spanish and English.
• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms and content strategies.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with the Hispanic community and its cultural context.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.

What We Offer:

• A flexible and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to create impactful content that serves the Hispanic community.
• Contract-based work with assignments tailored to the company’s needs and your expertise.

How to Apply:

Send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to press@telocuentonews.com . Please include examples of written articles and video content you have produced.