Anchor & Multimedia Journalist

TelevisaUnivision Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Chicago Full-time Mid-level Video Production

Mid-level Video Production role at TelevisaUnivision. Chicago · full-time · $82,000–$87,500 base.

SalaryStated by TelevisaUnivision

$82,000 – $87,500

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from TelevisaUnivisionOur estimate for the market: $79,750–$86,125

In line with the market median of $81,975 for mid-level video production roles in Chicago.

Worked out from 7 postings that stated pay, median $81,975. Last updated Sep 9, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Anchor weekend newscasts and report assigned stories during the week
Research, develop, shoot, write, produce, and edit your own reports on deadline
Gather interviews, establish live shots, and cover breaking news, major stories, and specials
Build community contacts and generate story ideas, features, and sweeps series
Publish video, photos, and stories across websites, Facebook, social media, and streaming platforms

What you bring

At least two years of newsroom experience, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
Strong written and spoken Spanish and English, plus high ethical and journalistic standards
Previous anchoring experience and advanced field-camera, gear, and editing skills
Familiarity with newsroom systems, iNews, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Creative Cloud, and file-sharing tools
A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and in varied weather

Who this fits

You’ll suit a self-directed one-person newsroom role serving Chicago’s local community. You need to work in both Spanish and English, handle your own camera and editing, and meet the physical demands of field reporting. The role requires SAG-AFTRA membership or joining the union, plus availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

From the employer

The News Department at TelevisaUnivision in Chicago is looking for an Anchor/MMJ to join our team! The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment to serving our local community. This role will anchor weekend newscast and work as MMJ during the week, gathering, shooting, and editing own material.

ABOUT YOU:

The Anchor/MMJ will research, enterprise, develop, write, shoot and edit stories on deadline for recorded or live newscasts. MMJ will be responsible for reporting, and at times anchoring, for Sunday 5pm/10pm newscast as well as any other assigned newscast as needed. MMJ contributes to special features and stories as well as participates in coordinating coverage of major stories, breaking news, and specials. You will be responsible for generating story ideas, as well as making and maintaining contacts with community leaders, government officials, and local authorities. You will present reports in a clear, concise, objective manner; as well as present enterprising stories and sweeps series ideas. You are a team player with solid news judgment and must be a “one-person band” to complete a story from beginning to end. You must be able to work independently with the camera, write, edit your own story, and interact with the viewers through all the Univision media platforms. You will report to VP of News.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot videos, produce, report, and edit assigned stories daily and establish Live shots as needed.
Post videos, pictures and stories to websites, Facebook, and other social media outlets or streaming platforms.
Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across our coverage area.
Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with coworkers, supervisors, and the community at large.
Work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements.
As an anchor participate in editorial meetings and editorial decisions.
Write and edit stories written for the newscast.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

A bachelor’s degree is preferred (i.e., multimedia, journalism, television broadcasting).
2-year newsroom experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Excellent command of Spanish and English both written and verbal.
Previous experience as an anchor highly preferred.
Applicants must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (both hardware/software).
Knowledge of iNews, video editing (Adobe Premiere and Adobe creative cloud preferred), and file sharing systems preferred.
High ethical and journalistic standards.
Advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Ability to sit, stand and walk for up to (8) hours without restrictions.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for extended periods of time.

*This position will require the employee to be a member or join SAG-AFTRA.

Base pay Range: $82,000 - $87,500

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.