Freelance Bilingual (Spanish) Multimedia Journalist / Reporter

Job Description

Telemundo 48 / NBC Bay Area is looking for a resourceful, high-energy freelance Bilingual Multimedia Journalist/Reporter to deliver impactful news coverage across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

This role is ideal for a journalist who is equally comfortable in the field and on air and can produce compelling, community-focused stories from concept to completion. The right candidate is fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) and brings a strong editorial voice to a fast-moving, bilingual newsroom. 

What You’ll Do

• Own the full storytelling process: pitch, research, write, shoot, and edit original stories. 
• Produce content for newscasts, streaming, and digital platforms with speed and accuracy. 
• Report live from the field, covering breaking news and developing stories in real time. 
• Conduct interviews fluently in Spanish and English. 
• Create content for broadcast, web, social, and other platforms. 
• Set up and execute live shots independently, including operating equipment such as DJERO when needed. 
• Work closely with assignment editors, producers, and newsroom leadership to shape daily coverage. 
• Share content across social platforms when assigned. 
• Represent the station at community events and public-facing opportunities. 
• Fill in as a back-up anchor on a per-assignment basis when needed.  

Job Requirements

What You Bring

• Fluency in Spanish and English (both spoken and written) is required. 
• Strong storytelling skills with solid broadcast writing experience. 
• Proven ability to shoot and edit news content in the field. 
• Working knowledge of newsroom operations, cameras, and nonlinear editing systems. 
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines. 
• Strong understanding of Northern and Central California news.  

Bonus Points If You Have

• 2+ years of experience as an MMJ, reporter, or similar role. 
• Experience working across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms. 
• Comfort in breaking news and high-pressure situations. 
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-first mindset. 
• Experience with DJERO or similar live transmission equipment.  

Freelance Details

• This is a freelance/independent contractor role (not staff). 
• Schedule varies based on newsroom needs and may include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Assignments are project-based with no guaranteed minimum hours. 
• Must be willing to work in the San Jose / Bay Area market. 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. 
• 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 from all backgrounds to apply. 

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