ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM: TelevisaUnivision is seeking a talented and driven Assignment Desk Editor based in Miami to join its news team. The ideal candidate will bring strong editorial judgment, production experience, and a passion for breaking news. This role is responsible for coordinating story development, securing high-profile guests, booking interviews, field producing, and ensuring coverage is compelling and relevant across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The successful candidate will manage story assignments, coordinate logistics, support field crews, and follow up on daily newsroom workflows across multiple news programs and platforms. This individual must be a strategic and creative thinker, a self-starter, and a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom environment. YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities) Constantly monitor and respond to breaking news and developing stories across multiple platforms. Monitor news wires, social media, scanners, broadcasts, and online sources to quickly identify breaking news opportunities. Generate, research, verify, plan, and develop story ideas for newscasts, digital platforms, and special coverage. Coordinate daily story production with reporters, photographers, and multimedia journalists by gathering visual elements, securing video feeds, and arranging interviews relevant to assignments. Secure high-profile guests, newsmakers, public figures, and subject matter experts. Coordinate and manage live remotes, video feeds, live shots, and interview logistics under tight deadlines. Coordinate field crews throughout the news gathering and production process, including scheduling interviews and providing accurate logistical information. Continuously update stories with the latest developments and information. Maintain the iNews system updated with crew locations, assignments, and timelines. Monitor law enforcement, fire communications, scanners, wires, and beat checks for breaking news and spot coverage opportunities. Assist writers, producers, editors, and digital teams with information gathering and story updates. Arrange, download, and supervise incoming video feeds. Participate in editorial meetings and communicate daily coverage plans and developments. Assist with news production and special projects as assigned. Field produce and travel as needed for major news coverage and special assignments. Stay informed on national and international current events, legal developments, and culturally relevant topics. Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing breaking news situations and adapting quickly to changes. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines independently. Be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during breaking news and continuous coverage situations. Perform other duties as assigned by management. YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications) BS/BA or MA in Communications, Journalism, New Media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal). Minimum of 2 years of newsroom experience required. At least 1 year of experience as a Producer and/or Assignment Editor preferred. Strong editorial judgment and knowledge of current affairs. Highly motivated, creative, assertive, detail-oriented, and organized. Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience managing multiple social media platforms. Basic video editing knowledge. Ability to monitor and record multiple video feeds simultaneously. Experience working with non-linear editing and archive systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, iNews, Avid, live feed systems, and social media platforms. Strong knowledge of city agencies, public safety operations, and key newsmakers preferred. Must be willing to work onsite in Miami, FL. Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, reach, and sit for up to 8 hours. Employment and education verification required. Must be willing to submit to a background investigation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States. 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. About TelevisaUnivision TelevisaUnivision is the world’s leading Spanish-language media company. Powered by the largest library of owned Spanish-language content and a prolific production capability, TelevisaUnivision is the top producer of original content in Spanish across news, sports and entertainment verticals. This original content powers all of TelevisaUnivision’s platforms, which include market-leading broadcast networks Univision, Las Estrellas, Canal 5 and UniMás, and a portfolio of 38 cable networks, which include TUDN, Galavisión, Distrito Comedia and TL Novelas. The company also operates the leading Mexican movie studio, Videocine, and owns and operates the largest Spanish-language audio platform in the U.S. across 35 terrestrial stations and the Uforia digital platform. TelevisaUnivision is also the owner of ViX, the largest Spanish-language streaming platform in the world. For more information, please visit televisaunivision.com. Sobre TelevisaUnivision TelevisaUnivision es la compañía líder de medios en español en el mundo. Impulsada por la biblioteca propia más grande de contenido en español y una alta capacidad de producción, TelevisaUnivision es el más grande productor de contenido para las verticales de noticias, deportes y entretenimiento. Este contenido original es lo que impulsa las plataformas de TelevisaUnivision, que incluyen las cadenas de transmisión líderes Univision, las estrellas, Canal 5, y UniMás, y un portafolio de 38 canales de televisión de paga, que incluyen TUDN, Galavisión, Distrito Comedia, y TL Novelas. La compañía además opera el estudio de producción cinematográfica líder en México, Videocine, y posee y administra las plataformas más grandes de audio en español en Estados Unidos en 35 estaciones y la plataforma digital Uforia. TelevisaUnivision también es propietaria de ViX, el servicio de streaming en español más grande del mundo. Para más información, por favor visita televisaunivision.com.

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